202 Lake Howard Nw, Winter Haven, FL 33880

LOOKING FOR A CLASSIC FLORIDA HOME ON THE BEAUTIFUL SOUTH "CHAIN OF LAKES" IN WINTER HAVEN, FLORIDA? LOOK NO FURTHER! BRING YOUR BOAT, FISHING POLES, AND WATER TOYS TO START ENJOYING THE "LAKE LIFE".  Launch your boat once and leave it! If needed, there is a full service marine supply located close by on the Chain of Lakes! This direct lakefront home has approximately 100' of Lake Howard frontage that provides incredible lake views. The open floor plan gives a larger feel to the living area along with an air-conditioned Florida room which adds an additional 220 square feet of living space. Upon entering the foyer, there is a coat closet to the right, the large living room is straight ahead and the dining room and adorable kitchen are to the left. The living room/great room floor plan provides for a flexible furniture arrangement as well as great views of the lake! The master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom. Bedroom #2 is spacious and easily accommodates a queen bed. The adjacent half bath has access to the master tub shower! There is also a 15 X 26 bonus room that could be nicely finished and a split AC/heat system added to make a 3rd bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, office and/or a hobby room. The concrete circle driveway leads to a covered carport and custom wrought iron entry gate accessing the quarry tile front porch. There are 2 exterior storage/workshop spaces and screened rear porch.  The  architectural shingle roof was installed in May 2015; disposal replaced 9/2019; water heater replaced May 2011; and, PGT double pane, insulated windows installed 2009. The owner recently replaced the irrigation  pump that provides yard irrigation from the lake. This home has good bones and is just waiting for the new owners vision and decorating touches! The lakeside yard is fenced and has a professionally installed seawall (August 2021) and a wooden dock (dock needs some repair). This location is convenient to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, places of worship, parks and a walking path. Don't miss this opportunity to make this "Chain of Lakes" home yours!