NO BOND! Welcome to this beautiful 3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH VERA CRUZ MODEL PLUS Bonus Room (10 X 13) situated on an attractive CORNER LOT in the highly desirable VILLAGE OF HACIENDA NORTH. Beautifully landscaped with several CRAPE MYRTLE TREES and a stately MAGNOLIA TREE, this home offers wonderful curb appeal along with a PAINTED DRIVEWAY and spacious FRONT PORCH. Step inside to a popular SPLIT-BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN featuring TILE AND LAMINATE FLOORING THROUGHOUT. The spacious foyer includes a convenient coat closet, while the oversized INDOOR LAUNDRY ROOM offers abundant cabinetry on both sides, a large utility sink with pull-down faucet, and additional space perfect for a small office or extra storage. The bright kitchen features a charming EAT-IN BREAKFAST NOOK with PLANTATION SHUTTERS. Kitchen flows seamlessly into the formal dining area and spacious living room. The large living room vaulted ceilings is highlighted by an impressive BUILT-IN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER AND WALL OF BOOKCASES, providing both character and excellent storage. Just beyond the living room is an additional BONUS/FLEX ROOM, ideal for a HOME OFFICE, HOBBY ROOM, READING ROOM, OR DEN. The spacious PRIMARY SUITE features a large WALK-IN CLOSET, while the private primary bath offers DUAL SINKS and a WALK-IN SHOWER. The split-bedroom layout provides excellent privacy for visiting family and guests. One of the home's standout features is the ENCLOSED LANAI, offering comfortable year-round living with RIVER ROCK FLOORING, sliding screened windows that can be opened to enjoy the fresh air, and a dedicated MINI-SPLIT HVAC SYSTEM (2019) to keep the space cool during Florida's warmer months. The EXPANDED (22 X 22'6) TWO-CAR GARAGE features a nicely painted garage floor along with PULL-DOWN ATTIC STAIRS for additional storage. Major recent improvements include a ROOF REPLACED IN 2018 along with a NEW HVAC SYSTEM 2024 AND HOT WATER HEATER IN 2023 providing added peace of mind. And the location is hard to beat! This home is located LESS THAN ONE MILE FROM SPANISH SPRINGS TOWN SQUARE, placing RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING, AND NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT close at hand. You'll also enjoy convenient access to THE VILLAGES HOSPITAL, RECREATION CENTERS, SWIMMING POOLS, GOLF, AND MORE. With its NO BOND, CORNER LOT, POPULAR VERA CRUZ FLOOR PLAN, ENCLOSED LANAI, RECENT MAJOR UPDATES, and outstanding location near Spanish Springs, this home is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy everything THE VILLAGES LIFESTYLE has to offer. SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY!