Welcome to Park Forest, a vibrant, gated 55+ community filled with exceptional amenities and activities. Experience a dynamic lifestyle with monthly clubhouse events, a refreshing pool, and recreational options such as pickleball, tennis, and shuffleboard. This charming home features a welcoming great room with a vaulted ceiling, ceramic tile floors and sliding doors leading to a spacious Florida room, with a relaxing water view. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, boasting a large dining area with a bay window, beautiful cabinetry and a convenient pantry. The thoughtful split floor plan ensures privacy for both the primary and guest bedrooms, each with updated bathrooms. The HOA fees cover maintenance of common areas, lawn care, irrigation, roof replacement, and exterior painting, ensuring a low-maintenance lifestyle. Conveniently located near historic Dearborn Street for shopping and just under 15 minutes from the pristine beaches of Manasota Key, as well as a short drive to Venice and Nokomis beaches. Don’t miss the chance to call this exceptional home yours! Current FEMA flood insurance policy can be assumed by the buyer.