Meticulously maintained home with curb appeal and better than new! This 2023 Shea-built Connect model in the desirable Ocala Preserve offers modern, single-level living with 1,862 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile den/office flex space. Designed with an open concept for today’s lifestyle, the light-filled great room features soaring tray ceilings and flows seamlessly into the chef’s kitchen, complete with an expansive granite island, elegant soft-close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances that feature a gas slide-in range—perfect for entertaining. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat with a large walk-in closet and a spa-like ensuite boasting dual sinks and a glass-enclosed shower. Additional highlights include a laundry room with utility sink, upgraded lighting, and thoughtful finishes throughout. Step outside to enjoy professionally hardscaped front and backyards, with landscaped plantings framed by stone edging, and a large, extended hardscaped lanai ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Situated on a premium lot with no homes directly behind, this property offers a lush green view and a walking path around the common area for serene strolls. Ocala Preserve is a gated 55+ lifestyle community featuring resort-style amenities, golf, clubhouse, dining, pools, pickleball and tennis courts, fitness center, and miles of trails—all just minutes to the World Equestrian Center.