Virtually Staged. PRIVATE BACKYARD WITH ROOM FOR A POOL, OPEN-CONCEPT LIVING & RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES - all tucked inside the gated community of Lakeside Landings, ideally nestled between The Villages and just minutes from LAKE SUMTER LANDING and BROWNWOOD PADDOCK SQUARE! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the Florida lifestyle buyers are searching for, with a spacious backyard, added privacy with no rear lanai directly behind you, and plenty of room to create your own outdoor oasis. NO BOND! From the moment you arrive, the refreshed curb appeal welcomes you home with attractive landscaping, decorative stamped concrete curbing, rocked flower beds, and an inviting SCREENED FRONT PORCH perfect for morning coffee. Step inside to a light-filled OPEN-CONCEPT FLOOR PLAN where the kitchen, dining and living spaces flow together beautifully for everyday living and entertaining. Elegant arched architectural details add character, while large windows bring in abundant natural light. The spacious kitchen features STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, generous counter space, abundant cabinetry, convenient PULL-OUT CABINET DRAWERS, breakfast bar and an adjoining dining area overlooking the main living space. Retreat to the generous PRIMARY SUITE featuring a LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET, DUAL SINK VANITY and WALK-IN TILED SHOWER. Two additional bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility for visiting family and friends, a home office, hobby room or fitness space. Outdoor living is a highlight! Step through to the SCREENED LANAI with tile flooring and enjoy a peaceful backyard setting with additional privacy and ROOM FOR A POOL. Whether you envision a pool, expanded outdoor entertaining area or simply a quiet place to enjoy the Florida sunshine, this backyard gives you options. Additional features and improvements include a NEW WATER HEATER (2025), NEW A/C BLOWER MOTOR, NEW WASHING MACHINE, freshly painted exterior, whole-house water softener/treatment system, ADT security system, dedicated indoor laundry room and upgraded backflow piping. And the lifestyle doesn't stop at your front door. Lakeside Landings residents enjoy a 13,000-square-foot clubhouse, RESORT-STYLE POOL & SPA, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, putting green, billiards room, library, banquet facilities, dog park, playground, walking areas and an active social calendar. The HOA also includes lawn maintenance and irrigation, giving you more time to enjoy Florida living.