This home is tucked back in the highly desirable Preserve @ Lake Thomas, a GATED community. As a formal model home, the home is professionally LANDSCAPED w/recently updated exterior paint giving it an alluring street presence. The home has been updated w/energy efficiency in mind w/UV protected sky lights allowing natural light, UV protected film on rear slider & water efficient toilets. Big ticket items have been recently replaced including roof, a/c, pool pump & screen around the pool. Interior updates include new carpet, new range & refrigerator. This beautiful home opens up nicely w/double-entry doors, volume ceilings, formal areas in front & casual areas opening up to the lanai. All bedrooms have separate space. Working from home is a breeze w/a dedicated office space. Kitchen is set up nicely to serve family & friends. A culinary artist workshop. Good size pantry to boot! Laundry is a breeze w/a deep Laundry Room, numerous upper cabinetry, counter space, lower cabinets & tub. Plenty of room to store small electricals such as vacuum cleaners, floor cleaners, etc. Great space for pet items too! Large lanai space w/sparkling lap pool. Next to pool area is a fenced-in area w/ fruit trees & space for other garden varieties, great for the horticulturist! Home is situated on a GORGEOUS POND VIEW homesite! Close to shopping, interstates, medical facilities, schools & more! NO CDD'S & low HOA! Call today for your PRIVATE SHOWING!