251 PRATHER DR One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Extended days on market results from a lengthy probate process in Polk County. The Favorite - RidgeDale 2/2/Den model with Florida room, preferred bay window elevation, internal radio system and bull nose corners - situated on a corner lot just 0.4 miles from the private High Vista 55+ community clubhouse and outdoor amenities. Full-view leaded glass front door and sidelight and overhead domed transom window allow light to flow freely through the great room with a 12 FT ceiling to a wall of patio doors leading to an enclosed south-facing Florida room with adjacent brick paver patio. Eat-in kitchen has granite, 36” cabinets with crown molding and some pull outs, tile backsplash, built-in desk and breakfast bar. Primary bedroom has new carpet, cathedral ceiling and a full private bath with shower, soaking tub, granite double-sink vanity, 6x6 walk-in closet and linen closet. Split bedroom design offers a cozy guest area with adjacent linen closet and full bath. Nestled between bedrooms is the den with double door access from great room. Corridor access laundry room with washer, dryer and overhead cabinets has storage closet and utility sink. Expanded brick paver driveway to 2-car garage with insulated door, belt-drive opener, motorized screen, newer hot water heater with Energy Smart unit, 2 ceiling fans, screened scuttle attic access and attic fan. Both bedroom carpets replaced 12/2023; Roof replaced 2013. Ridgewood Lakes is a golf cart friendly community. Sold As-Is. $220 monthly High Vista HOA fee includes Spectrum internet and basic cable TV with 2 cable boxes, lawn mowing and exclusive access to resident-owned 12, 000 SF private clubhouse and amenities. $435 semi-annual Ridgewood Lakes HOA fee provides 24x7 staffed security gate and master association-owned private road maintenance. Adjacent to 18-hole White Heron Golf Club with restaurant, privately owned and open to the public. High Vista is a 55+ community with outdoor heated pool and spa, fitness center, library, pub & many organized activities. Pickle ball, tennis, bocce and shuffleboard courts. Miles of biking and walking trails within Ridgewood Lakes gated community. Shopping, Disney, Universal, Orlando & Central FL entertainment nearby, easy access to I-4, medical facilities, airports & Sunrail Station. Advent Health hospital is 3 miles away.