This one-of-a-kind 3 bdrm, 2 bath and oversized 2 car garage Victoria model with a beautiful pond view is loaded with upgrades and custom features! It was designed as a spec home by GL Homes Builder as part of the very popular Regal Villa Collection Series at Valencia Lakes, one of the most desirable 55+ gated communities in the greater Tampa area. Your journey begins in front before you even walk in the door! Inviting manicured landscaping around the walkway adds to the great curb appeal of this property. A generous size front patio creates an additional private outdoor space to relax/entertain on lovely Florida days. Upon entering you will notice an open split bedroom floor plan with 9 ft. tall ceilings. Ceramic tile floors in the main areas are diagonally installed in all main areas. Two bdrms are carpeted. Large gourmet kitchen has granite countertops and washed-stone backsplash. The raised countertop is extended to a serving bar. It features upgraded GE stainless steel appliances and a new garbage disposal. 42" top quality antique white soft-close cabinets have over/under cabinet lighting and custom-built cabinet pantry with pull-out drawers. There is a breakfast area in the kitchen for casual dining. Culligan reverse osmosis water filtration system ensures crystal clear water for drinking and cooking. The spacious living room has a triple 8 ft. triple sliding door leading to the private screened lanai overlooking a serene water view and park-like garden. A lush Florida landscape with mature blooming trees and plants surround the house creating privacy. Here you can enjoy magnificent Gulf sunsets. In addition, full-length adjustable lanai screens provide shade and comfort for those warm Florida days. With a split floor plan, the primary bdrm is located on the back of the house and has a view of the pond. It features 2 walk-in closets, ensuite bath with an oversized walk-in shower, a double vanity with drawers and granite countertops. Both bath showers have upgraded floor to ceiling tiles with horizontal decorative listello. A corner bench for comfort and mobility is installed in the master bath shower. The large laundry room features a new washer and dryer, a utility sink and additional shelving for storage. Upgraded light fixtures include recessed lighting throughout the home - kitchen, living room, the two bedrooms, lanai and also pendant lights in the kitchen. Ceiling fans and tasteful window treatments enhance every room. This home is equipped with hurricane shutters. Additional upgrades include Culligan water softener system, epoxy garage floor, new water heater, ZAP CAP two-layer home surge protection system. Property insurance, an ADT monitored alarm system, and Internet and Cable are INCLUDED in the HOA fees along with other important features. Valencia Lakes is a golf cart community. It offers 40-acre waterfront outdoor recreation area with resort-style heated pool, lap & resistance pool, 40,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, deluxe Bistro to come soon, arts & crafts studio, har-tru tennis courts, fitness center, half-court basketball, pickleball & bocce courts, dog park, baseball park, hundreds of clubs and activities, RV/boat storage area. Over 100 acres is set aside as nature preserves; enjoy the quiet and solitude of peaceful views, birds and wildlife by the water edges on your daily walks! Great sense of community! Tampa, St. Pete and Sarasota 25-45 minutes away. Close to the airport, medical facilities, shopping & golf.