Peaceful, private, preserve views with no rear neighbors! Beautiful 3/2 block and stucco designer vera cruz with oversized 650sf garage in the sought after village of santiago! Bond paid! As you approach this gorgeous home, you will be greeted by lush mature landscaping with curbed edging, decoratively painted drive and walkways, and a quaint front porch the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the wonderful florida weather! Step inside through the elegant leaded glass door, with retractable screen, into the generous foyer boasting vaulted ceiling, and rich wood laminate floors that expand throughout the kitchen and laundry room. The spacious kitchen features beautiful wood cabinetry, neutral toned countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, double built in pantry, and a counter height eat in breakfast bar. An adjacent dinette offers a bay window for abundant natural light. Soaring high ceilings grace the expansive open concept living and dining rooms. From the living room, step through sliding glass doors into the serenity of your own private outdoor haven! This fabulous lanai and birdcage enclosure offers uninterrupted views of a peaceful, private, preserve! This screened retreat provides the ideal setting for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or simply soaking in natures beauty. Whether youre hosting guests or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this secluded sanctuary offers the tranquility and privacy only a preserve view can provide! Back inside, the luxurious primary bedroom boasts vaulted ceilings, two walk in closets, and a french door to the lanai. Its en suite bathroom offers wood cabinetry, double sinks, makeup vanity, tile flooring, and walk in shower with glass doors. A split floor plan, with two additional bedrooms and a second bathroom, conveniently hidden behind a pocket door, ensures plenty of privacy for guests or a quiet home office. Bedroom two offers a built in closet. The second bathroom is well appointed with tile floors, wood cabinetry, tiled tub and shower combination with glass doors, and a hallway linen closet. Extra large bedroom three features an upgraded bay window and built in closet. A generous interior laundry room features a convenient entry closet, wood cabinetry, and additional space for a desk, another refrigerator/freezer, or extra storage shelves/cabinets. Rounding off this wonderful home is an oversized 25x26 two car garage, boasting epoxied floors, a large built in storage closet, laundry sink, and plenty of room for a golf cart! Dont miss your opportunity to make this incredible, preserve front home your own! The village of santiago is conveniently located between lake sumter landing and spanish springs; close to el santiago and savannah recreation centers; the scarlett ohara theatre; glenview country club; el diablo golf course; the villages polo club; additional recreation centers, golf, pickle ball, and swimming pools; the villages regional hospital; and cr 466 and us hwy 27/441 with abundant shopping, restaurants, banks, and medical. Please watch our walkthrough video of this wonderful home, and call today to schedule your private showing or virtual tour!