BETTER-THAN-NEW WITH A WATER VIEW! Tucked away on a quiet, low-traffic street in Woodleaf Hammock - a BOUTIQUE ACTIVE-LIFESTYLE, GATED COMMUNITY in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, this IMMACULATELY MAINTAINED, MOVE-IN READY 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome boasts NEARLY 2,000 SQFT, an OVERSIZED TWO-CAR GARAGE & a COVETED MID-POND VIEW. Everything about this townhome epitomizes EASY & ENERGY-EFFICIENT FLORIDA LIVING - ULTIMATE LIVABILITY. After entering through the seamless modern gate system and ambling through the friendly, well-kept community, you'll love pulling into your pavered driveway & TWO-CAR GARAGE - a rare luxury in townhome living. As you stroll up to the front door, you'll be struck by the subtle grandeur of the covered entryway and 10-foot door. Upon entering the residence, you'll feel right at home in the thoughtfully-designed Burbank floor plan that features the perfect blend of flexibility, form, and function. To the right of the front entry is a versatile flex room with countless potential uses - formal dining room, home office, play room, formal living room, craft room, man-cave - just to name a few. Past the flex room, as the hallway opens to the main living/dining room & kitchen you'll be awed by the cascade of natural light gleaming through the ENERGY STAR-qualified windows overlooking the UNOBSTRUCTED POND VIEWS. Whether you're enjoying a cup of coffee on the covered lanai, a meal at the dining room table, a book on the couch or cooking a meal in a kitchen, the SERENE WATER VIEWS from the every angle bring a unique sense of calm & tranquility. The open kitchen features GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, timeless white shaker cabinets, ENERGY-EFFICIENT STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, CABINET PANTRY, & A REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM. With all three bedrooms & the laundry room on the second story, this townhome offers the perfect separation between public and private spaces. The SPACIOUS PRIMARY BEDROOM features tray ceilings, a giant walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom with dual vanities, walk-in shower, private water closet, and expansive water views. The additional two bedrooms feature sizable walk-in closets and share a Jack & Jill bathroom. An additional highlight of this townhome is its exceptional private outdoor space - a covered lanai overlooking the yard and pond. On top of all the show-stopping features of the townhome itself, Woodleaf Hammock residents enjoy EXCLUSIVE ACCESS to RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES including a pool, outdoor kitchen/grill area, pickleball courts, dog park, playground, and walking trail all within this METICULOUSLY-MAINTAINED, BOUTIQUE GATED COMMUNITY. Conveniently-located just minutes from countless shopping & dining options, University Town Center, Lakewood Ranch Main Street, top-rated schools & medical facilities, world-class beaches, and offering easy access to I-75 and several local airports. Don't waste another minute - seize the rare opportunity to make EFFORTLESS, ENERGY-EFFICIENT, MAINTENANCE-FREE, RESORT-STYLE FLORIDA LIVING yours today! Schedule your private tour now!