5579 SW 85th Avenue RoadOcala, FL 34481Price: $384,000

Enjoy beautiful morning sunrises and an abundance of natural light from this thoughtfully upgraded Heston model in Del Webb Stone Creek, one of Ocala's premier 55+ communities. Built in 2023, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage offers an open, inviting layout and an extended southeast-facing lanai designed to make the most of Florida living. Inside, luxury vinyl plank flooring flows through the main living areas, with carpet in the bedrooms, and ceiling fans with remotes in the gathering room and all four bedrooms add comfort and finishing detail. The spacious gathering and dining areas create a welcoming setting for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen features quartz countertops, a large center island, 42-inch cabinetry, soft-close cabinets with pull-outs, a tile backsplash, and upgraded built-in oven and microwave. A lighted walk-in pantry provides generous storage, while the Samsung Bespoke refrigerator with beverage center, filtered water dispenser, and dual ice makers adds everyday convenience. Dimmer switches in the kitchen and gathering room allow you to adjust the lighting to suit the occasion. The home's four-bedroom layout provides plenty of flexibility for overnight guests, hobbies, or a home office, while two full baths offer comfortable accommodations for both owners and guests. Outdoor living is a highlight, with an extended covered and screened lanai and adjoining open paver patio. The southeast exposure welcomes morning sunshine and beautiful sunrise views, creating an inviting place to enjoy morning coffee, relax, or entertain, with the added excitement of catching Cape Canaveral rocket launches from your own backyard. Thoughtfully landscaped front, back, and side yards feature cold-hardy evergreen and flowering shrubs, concrete curbing, and irrigation throughout the property. Additional conveniences include a longer, fully usable driveway, whole-house SpringWell water filtration system, and a collection of app-controlled smart-home features designed for convenient “lock and go” living. These include a Schlage front-door keypad, MyQ garage-door control, Rachio irrigation, Honeywell thermostat, smart refrigerator and oven capabilities, and a Ring security system with a wired front-door camera and solar-powered backyard camera. Stone Creek residents enjoy an active 55+ lifestyle with a wide variety of resort style amenities, clubs, and recreational opportunities. Schedule your private tour today and start enjoying the retirement lifestyle you've been waiting for!