One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! + ROOM FOR A POOL! Welcome home to this STUNNING PARADISE FOUND Cottage Model, PERFECTLY positioned in the HIGHLY desirable Village of SHADY BROOK and approximately .5 MILE to the BRAND NEW EASTPORT TOWN SQUARE, the WAVE OF THE FUTURE in THE VILLAGES, FL. EASTPORT is the newest, most exciting hub of shopping, dining, entertainment, and lifestyle. Bringing the next chapter of Villages living right to your doorstep. Just a hop, skip, and a step away, you’ll enjoy the convenience of the SHADY BROOK NEIGHBORHOOD ADULT POOL and easy access to the SALUKI RECREATION CENTER, making it effortless to stay active, social, and connected. This home is 2024 BUILT and truly LIKE-NEW! Everything you see and touch is BRAND NEW: the systems, finishes, fixtures, appliances, and overall feel deliver that fresh experience buyers crave. As you arrive, you’ll immediately appreciate the CURB APPEAL and clean, MODERN presentation, complemented by a 1.5-CAR GARAGE. Perfect for your golf cart, storage, and daily convenience. BONUS, the home’s frontage FACES NORTHEAST, a desirable orientation many buyers love for natural light and comfortable outdoor enjoyment. Step inside and you’re welcomed by VAULTED CEILINGS, LUXURY VINYL PLANK FLOORING, and an inviting OPEN living and dining space that’s absolutely ideal for hosting neighbors, friends, and family get-togethers. The layout flows beautifully, creating a bright, airy atmosphere that feels both comfortable and elevated. The kitchen is the heart of the home and this one delivers, featuring GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, a GAS RANGE, a PANTRY CLOSET, and abundant cabinetry for storage and organization. Whether you’re entertaining, meal prepping, or enjoying a quiet morning coffee, this kitchen is designed to perform and impress. Both bathrooms continue the MODERN theme with TALLER, WIDER VANITIES, providing extra counter space and a more upgraded feel. You’ll also love the convenience of an INDOOR WASHER/DRYER, making laundry day simple and efficient. Every inch of this home reflects the advantage of buying new, minimal maintenance, modern materials, and that unmistakable “never lived-in” vibe. Out back, unwind in your SCREENED LANAI, the perfect spot for morning coffee, evening conversations, and Florida breezes, without the bugs. Beyond the lanai, the opportunity continues with a LARGE REAR PATIO SLAB and a generously sized yard. BIG ENOUGH FOR A POOL/SPA plus a BIRDCAGE, EXPANDED patio, or your dream outdoor living setup. This is the kind of space that lets you CREATE the LIFESTYLE you want, whether that means relaxing under the screen enclosure, building a private backyard retreat, or designing an entertainer’s paradise. If you’ve been searching for a MOVE-IN READY, LIKE-NEW 2024 HOME in an unbeatable location near the NEWEST TOWN SQUARE, this is the one. PRICED TO SELL, SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING TODAY!