Truly special home on one of the nicest lots in Highland Lakes, within easy walking distance of the private Lake Tarpon Lodge pool & amenities. You will love this larger split bedroom plan! A gracious double door entry leads to an expansive living & dining space complemented by engineered hardwood maple floors and vaulted ceiling with tree-top view windows across the back. Even the popcorn texture on the ceiling has been removed! Nice features include a tasteful painted mural on the dining area wall, sliding doors across the back, a fireplace, & a whimsical painted monkey over looking the area. A spacious master suite is enhanced by generous closets, a vanity/dressing area, private water closet, and double doors that open a bonus room. This sunny room is just the right size for a home office, den, or studio. The kitchen has updated solid wood cabinets, granite counters, matching stainless appliances, raised ceiling, built-in cook book or display shelves, and a sunny bay window dining nook with plantation shutters. The secondary bedroom, guest bathroom & large laundry room are conveniently located on the kitchen side. There is also a party-size screened lanai and a backyard big enough for a pool & expanded patio. What else will you like? The HVAC system is just 2 years old, the new roof installed at the tail end of 2019, and the lawn irrigation system is fed by a cost-saving deep well. A 4 Point inspection for homeowner insurance was just completed and can be transferred to the buyer. Highland Lakes is Palm Harbor's premier 55+ golf community. Outstanding amenities include free green fees on 3 private executive courses. The main clubhouse is venue for entertainment & social events and you will like the friendly country club atmosphere. Fitness, recreation, arts, interests, & hobby programs abound. The Lake Tarpon Lodge offers a second heated pool, picnic and party facilities, fishing pier, community pontoon boats, and a secure lot for free RV or boat storage. Good things can happen for those who wait, but don't wait now!