Located in the highly sought-after 55+ community The Forest in the heart of Lake Mary. This absolutely beautiful and meticulously maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on a spacious corner lot on a quiet cul-de-sac directly across from the clubhouse with magnificent views of the community’s natural park-like setting. One of the rare features of this property is the additional outdoor space perfect for planting your own garden and enjoying the Florida lifestyle. From the moment you walk inside, you’ll appreciate the bright open floor plan, spacious rooms, and numerous upgrades throughout. The large kitchen offers an abundance of counter space, beautiful cabinetry with glass upper doors, stainless steel appliances, wainscoting details, and a warm inviting feel that flows seamlessly into the dining area and oversized living room. All windows throughout the home have been updated, allowing for abundant natural light. Just off the living room is an expansive Florida room surrounded by windows on three sides, creating the perfect space to relax or entertain. The Florida room also has direct access from the guest bedroom. The guest and primary bedrooms are connected by a shared office/flex space, ideal for hobbies, reading, or working from home. Additional interior features include an indoor laundry closet, walk-in pantry, immaculate storage room with built-in shelving, and exceptional storage throughout the home. The spacious primary suite is bright and welcoming with a walk-in closet and an updated ensuite bathroom featuring a beautiful walk-in shower. Just outside the primary bedroom is a cozy private patio overlooking the backyard, perfect for enjoying morning coffee or relaxing evenings. The Forest is one of Seminole County’s most desirable resident-owned communities where you own your land — a rare find in this area. The community features a stunning clubhouse with a Frank Lloyd Wright architectural feel and an incredibly active social lifestyle with monthly dances, events, clubs, and activities. Residents enjoy two swimming pools including one heated year-round, men’s and women’s saunas and locker rooms, tennis courts with pickleball lines, shuffleboard courts, bocce ball, water volleyball, Mahjong, cards, dominoes, and so much more. There is also a separate community building featuring a large gathering room, billiard room, poker room, library, craft room, and coin-operated laundry facility. RV and boat parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis for a nominal one-time fee. The low HOA includes cable, internet, and trash service. The location is unbeatable — you can walk right outside the community to major shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, and the Seminole Wekiva Trail, while still being just minutes from I-4 and everything Central Florida has to offer. Don’t wait — this exceptional home will not last long!