5710 GARDEN LAKES FERN Under contract-accepting backup offers. Stunning, charming & Tranquil are just a few words that come to mind when describing this beautifully updated and meticulously maintained home. Stunning views greet you from the minute you enter this home and carry throughout, best of all they can be enjoyed year-round no matter the weather. The large encage back patio boasts of a 44x30 Epoxy floor, beautifully landscaped encage garden areas, private views of the woods with no backdoor neighbors and ample space to entertain or unwind in peace. The painted sunset skies you will experience in this home are breathtaking and can be enjoyed out back or in the comfort of the large Florida room that comes complete with A/C. The Kitchen has been updated and features white cabinets, granite counters, glass tile back splash, slate appliances, a farm sink, breakfast bar w/ pendant lighting, a new microwave March 2024, new dishwasher in 2023 & a large closet food pantry. In 2021 the home was updated with all new Hurricane Impact windows & Garage Door. A new Garage opener was installed as well. New HVAC was installed in 2018 and was upgraded with an anti-microbial UV system in 2021. A New Tile Roof was installed in 2020 & a New Water Heater was installed in 2023. The home greats you with great landscaping and a beautiful paver driveway & entry out front and beautiful Luxury Vinyl Flooring inside. The home was also just inspected by an electrician and brought up to the most current codes to ensure your safety. This open concept, split floor plan home has generous spaces where you can easily entertain all the friends and family your heart desires both inside and outside. Plantation shutters have been added as well to all windows of the home except for the back bay window at your casual dining area leaving you unobstructed views for your enjoyment. Updated fans, lights & fixtures, an inside laundry room, a work area in the garage are just a few of the creature comforts you will appreciate when making this home yours. A full list of updates is available. Garden Lakes is a resort-style, amenity rich, active yet peaceful, gated neighborhood with a social & event calendar that has something for everyone. The true definition of community is felt throughout this nature friendly, tree loving 55+ neighborhood that is conveniently located close to shopping, dining, & entertainment but you may find yourself never wanting to leave with everything you can enjoy right at your fingertips. Your neighborhood amenities include a clubhouse, heated pool, newly updated community kitchen, meeting room, billiard room, community room & library. There is also a fitness room, Tennis/Pickleball Courts & shuffleboard. Being immersed in this maintenance free community allows you to enjoy every day as a vacation day and appreciate all the natural beauty of your surroundings without all the work and upkeep. Even your trees and landscaping are maintained for you. In addition to the amenities and maintenance free lifestyle you will enjoy having your cable, internet, trash & water for your irrigation covered in your association dues. Feel tucked away in your personal paradise while being close to golfing, shopping, dining, entertainment, Lakewood Ranch, UTC, & I75. If you are ready to find your peaceful spot in paradise your search is over. Take a tour, fall in love and make this home yours today.