Property Description

BOND PAID! • LOWER TAXES in Sumter County! • OPEN CONCEPT, SPLIT BEDROOM floor plan • Imagine living the renowned VILLAGES LIFESTYLE in this meticulously maintained & beautifully upgraded CYPRESS Designer (formerly LAFAYETTE, 2001) w/ 3 BR/ 2 BA/ 2 Car Garage & 1,892 sf LA in the VILLAGE of SANTIAGO! Located near Spanish Springs Town Square w/ FREE nightly entertainment, the Savannah Center, the Sharon L Morse Performing Arts Center, and a plethora of golf & recreation choices, FUN opportunities will be at your fingertips plus everyday conveniences along the US 441/27 COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR. Tucked away on a CORNER LOT, CURB APPEAL shines w/ painted driveway/walkways, mature landscaping w/ concrete hardscaping & rock-filled beds, and large palm trees for the Florida vibe. The newer ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLE ROOF (2025) features Designer shingles w/ a transferable lifetime warranty. Enjoy the COVERED FRONT PORCH framed by a white picket fence—the perfect spot for morning coffee! The leaded glass front door w/ matching sidelight + storm door welcomes your entry. Inside, VAULTED CEILINGS highlight the main living area, while CROWN MOLDING, a neutral paint palette, and diagonal-set LUXURY VINYL TILE flooring flow throughout the home. The KITCHEN offers two arched entryways, recessed ceiling lighting, an abundance of OAK CABINETRY w/ built-in pantry, roll outs, & over-cabinet lighting, black GRANITE counters, tile backsplash, newer SS APPLIANCES, including a GAS stove & a French door refrigerator, and breakfast bar seating. The BREAKFAST NOOK features a large bay window, extra granite counter workspace, and a WINE REFRIGERATOR. The DINING ROOM features a lovely chandelier and a large south facing window which allows NATURAL LIGHT. The spacious 21’ x 17’ LIVING ROOM features recessed ceiling lighting, two arched entryways w/ columns & decorative plant shelves leading to the GUEST WING & PRIMARY SUITE, and sliding glass doors to the ENCLOSED LANAI (Category II Sunroom). The GUEST WING includes two bedrooms w/ BATHROOM #2 in between. Bathroom #2 has a TUB/SHOWER combo w/ sliding glass doors, comfort height toilet, & single sink/vanity w/ SOLID SURFACE COUNTER. Moving to the PRIMARY SUITE, this substantially sized room is uniquely designed w/ two separate CLOSETS - one off the bedroom + a walk-in off the bath. The ENSUITE BATHROOM offers a large L- shaped vanity w/ SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS & DUAL SINKS, private water closet w/ pocket door access, comfort height toilet, & a TILED WALK-IN SHOWER w/ frameless, sliding glass doors, raindrop shower head, built-in seat ledge, and a shower niche. The 13’ X 10’ ENCLOSED LANAI has WeatherLite glass windows, running-bond pattern tile flooring, pull-down solar shades, TV hook-ups, and HVAC vents/return flow for year-round comfort (not included in LA square footage). The pavered REAR PATIO has a manual retractable awning for shade and the neighbor's hedge provides partial rear privacy. Add’l perks: 3 SOLAR TUBES, HVAC (2024) w/ AprilAire filter, gas heat & transferable extended warranty, HWH (2022), transferable TERMITE BOND (2023). INTERIOR LAUNDRY is located just off of the foyer behind a louvered door & gives access to the garage, which features a painted floor, lifestyle garage screen w/ walk through center section, ample storage cabinets, & irrigation system controls. Partial turnkey package & golf cart available separately. Don’t let this gem slip away - CALL TODAY for your private showing!