9823 SW 72ND LANE, OCALA, FL 34481

Discover this beautiful Shenandoah model overlooking priceless and highly sought-after water views in the gated 55+ Stone Creek Golf Course Community, filled with luxurious resort-style amenities. Located in the Arlington neighborhood, this home effortlessly blends modern elegance with natural beauty for a serene, picture-perfect living experience.

Impressive curb appeal greets you with decorative concrete curbing, lush landscaping, and a freshly sealed paver driveway and walkway. Inside, you will enjoy generous living space throughout with two bedrooms, two baths, a bonus flex room framed by striking French doors that is perfect for an office or den, and an expanded garage ready for your toys or golf cart storage.

The light and bright living areas set the tone for relaxed, yet upscale living, with diagonally laid tile flooring, classical crown molding, high ceilings, and Plantation shutters throughout. Two sets of expansive glass sliders in the gathering room showcase the captivating water views and create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

The gourmet kitchen showcases an extended island with pendant lighting for casual dining and meal prep, stainless steel appliances, including a newer refrigerator, recently upgraded quartz countertops, and under-cabinet lighting. It also offers an updated garbage disposal, a large pantry, extended custom cabinetry with pantry storage, and abundant cabinet space with convenient pull-out shelving.

A casual dining nook with glass sliders opens to the covered lanai, which offers epoxy-coated flooring and side windows to keep the space dry. The lanai leads to a large bird cage patio overlooking peaceful and picturesque water views, creating an inviting space to relax or entertain.

The owner's suite offers more priceless water views, a spacious walk-in closet, and French doors opening to the spa-like en suite bath. The bath features a large quartz-topped double sink vanity with custom-added drawers for extra storage, an extended and recently updated step-in shower with new tile and a glass enclosure, and a separate soaking tub.

The guest bath also includes a recently updated tub, tilework, and quartz countertops, along with a transom window that brings in beautiful natural light. A new roof (2023), a new air conditioning system with warranty (2022), an insulated garage door with brand new springs, opener, and keypad, a Massey termite bond, a whole home surge protector, and a water filtration system all provide priceless peace of mind.

Additional thoughtful features include hallway solar tube lighting, a spacious laundry room with a laundry tub and folding table, ceiling fans in every room, an Ecobee smart thermostat, and a 2 1/2 car garage with a four-foot extension and convenient pull-down attic stairs.

Make this home yours and embrace the exceptional lifestyle of this vibrant community, featuring a 24/7 staffed gated entrance for security and peace of mind. Luxury-inspired amenities include heated pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a spa, and relaxing hot tubs and saunas.

Stay active with pickleball, bocce, tennis, and a softball field, while a dedicated lifestyle staff curates entertainment, activities, and special events to foster connections. Just beyond the gates, enjoy a golf course, pro shop, and restaurant—perfect for socializing and unwinding. Make your move today and experience resort-style living at its finest!