1629 Oak Forest Dr., The Villages, FL 32162

LOOK no further as this HIDDEN GEM will give you “warm fuzzies” when you walk inside! Tucked away on a quiet street in the VILLAGE OF GLENBROOK, you will find this cozy, 3 BR/2 BA/2 Car Garage WHISPERING PINE (formerly Alachua) Designer with NO HOMES BEHIND and NO BOND! This home has been lovingly maintained by its owners and it shows in its great CURB APPEAL - well manicured lawn, concrete curbing lining the perimeter of mature landscaping beds, colorful flowers which attract butterflies, & a painted driveway/walkway. And, the newer ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLE ROOF (2019) with BOSTON GABLES complements the exterior colors of the home beautifully. There is also a decorative screen enclosure at the entrance of the covered front porch which allows for cross ventilation of the home during the balmy Florida winter weather. Once inside the FOYER, your eyes will immediately focus on the sightline through the SLIDING GLASS DOORS leading to the plexiglass ENCLOSED LANAI. In the distance, one can enjoy a scenic view of the Glenview Championship golf course framed by the Premier homes of St. James Circle & granddaddy oaks lining Glenview Road. The combo Living/Dining Room is filled with natural light from the SOLAR TUBE and is a colorful & cozy place to relax in reclining sofas or entertain family & friends. The updated kitchen has painted OAK CABINETS, BEVELED EDGE LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS, TILE BACKSPLASH, sink DISPOSAL (2019), new Microwave (2020) & newer STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, including a GAS STOVE. The breakfast nook has a large bay window & plenty of space for informal dining. Next, the large MASTER SUITE has VAULTED CEILINGS, a WALK-IN CLOSET, and an ENSUITE MASTER BATH with dual sinks/vanities, comfort height toilet, & a WALK-IN SHOWER. Currently serving as a den, the 3rd BR has no closet, a large window for natural light, & double pocket doors. The GUEST BR is a decorative haven with HGTV style & lots of NATURAL LIGHT. Just a few steps away lies the GUEST BA with tub/shower combo & a linen closet. Other perks include: INTERIOR LAUNDRY ROOM, attic pull down stairs, HWH (2019), HVAC (2011), and a location close to everyday conveniences near US Hwy 441/27 & CR466. The unmatched VILLAGES LIFESTYLE can be found at nearby Savannah Regional Rec Center (RRC), El Santiago Village Rec Center (VRC) & Summerhill Neighborhood Rec Center (NRC). Country club dining can be found close by at Glenview & Lopez Legacy. Golf opportunities abound at executive & championship skill levels at Hawkes Bay, Saddlebrook, & Glenview Champions Country Club courses. And, there is FREE nightly entertainment at Spanish Springs & Lake Sumter Landing town squares! Now is the perfect time to purchase your “slice of paradise” in The Villages. Call for your private showing today!