3535 BIRKDALE LANE

LARGEST VILLA on an extra-large corner lot in the highly desirable Nature’s Cove subdivision of Highland Lakes, a premier 55+ community. This one-of-a-kind opportunity offers 1,765 heated square feet, 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms in a wide-open floor plan with a 6x13 Foyer, Living Room/Dining Room combination under vaulted ceilings, engineered hardwood European white oak flooring and contemporary LED lighting throughout. The over-sized Great Room is bathed in natural light from 3 solar tubes. The Kitchen has been updated with extra-tall soft-close cabinets, granite countertops, decorative backsplash, Samsung stainless steel appliances, a Canopy Hood with an adjacent eating area offering great outdoor panoramic views of the neighborhood. An over-sized island separates the Kitchen and Great Room, provides added storage and is a perfect location for a buffet when entertaining guests. The Laundry Room is conveniently located off the Kitchen and is equipped with an LG Top Load Washer and Dryer, a stainless-steel utility tub, and a Whirlpool refrigerator. The split floor plan design offers you and your visitors added privacy. The Master Bedroom Suite includes a private 8x11 Office/Den with tropical outdoor views from two windows, his and hers wall and walk-in closets and an over-sized en-suite Bathroom. Both Bathrooms have been updated with comfort height vanities, large back-lit mirrors, one-piece dual flush commodes and walk-in showers with decorative tile and glass doors. Linen and storage closets are located in the hallway outside the Guest Bathroom. The private 20x12 paver patio is shaded and perfect for relaxing or entertaining! Other updates include impact rated windows (2023), Hardie Plank 16" Vertical siding (2023), Owens Corning Roof (2022), AO Smith Heat Pump HWH (2020), a 3-Ton Goodman Heat Pump HVAC (2020), whole house Generator hook up and ½ HP Craftsman Chain Drive garage door Opener. Monthly maintenance of $207 includes 2 cable boxes, internet, trash, lawn care, exterior and grounds maintenance, and irrigation system! This very active 55+ community offers a Clubhouse with a variety of classes, clubs, activities, heated in-ground pool, Spa, Bocce Ball and shuffleboard, tennis and pickleball courts. This golfing community also has 3 different courses! There’s an Auditorium where you can enjoy concerts, an onsite RV and Boat Storage facility and a Lodge with a heated pool, indoor and outdoor facilities for private gatherings, private boat ramp or take advantage of the 2 Community pontoon boats for tours of Lake Tarpon. Private boat ramp is available in the free RV/Boat storage lot next door. All this for an additional $167/month. Additional conveniences include our awesome Gulf beaches, Pinellas Trail, shopping, restaurants, sporting & cultural venues, medical care, banking and 2 airports. Come live the Florida Lifestyle – call for a tour today!