**Location**Location**Location** Now you can own this charming 2 bedroom/2 bathroom home located in the gated 55+ community of The Colonnades in south Lakeland! This home comes complete with a NEW roof (2024), NEW A/C (2023) and heating system (2024), NEW kitchen appliances, NEW vinyl plank flooring throughout the home (no thresholds to cross from one room to the next), NEW light fixtures, FRESHLY PAINTED interior and exterior, FRESHLY PROFESSIONALLY PAINTED kitchen cabinets...the only thing missing is YOU! This open floor plan features a living room/dining room combination with sliding glass doors that lead to a covered front porch sometimes referred to as a sun room or "Florida" room because the entire top portion of the "walls" are windows AND you can enjoy this space year round! There is a door leading to the outside from the front porch. The dining room, located just off of the main living area, features built in shelving, drawers and cabinets perfect for storing those special occasion dishes. The kitchen also sits off of the main living area and is complete with stainless steel refrigerator and stove. The kitchen also features a breakfast counter, built in desk and closet pantry. Don't miss the decorative detail in the backsplash! The entry from the carport brings you in through the kitchen which is ideal for unloading groceries. The laundry/utility room is located under the carport and has ample room for additional storage. The two bedrooms and the secondary bathroom are situated off of the hallway. The secondary bedroom has a closet and is perfect as a guest room or a craft/sewing room. Conveniently, across the hall is the secondary bathroom featuring a shower/tub combination and cabinets for linens. Continue to the end of the hallway and you will find the primary bedroom. Your retreat features a large closet with two doors and an en suite bathroom with walk in shower and large vanity. Even the toilets are NEW! This beauty is located in a community that features a community pool, hot tub, fitness center, shuffle board courts and an active social calendar. There is something for everyone living in The Colonnades! Come see for yourself what everyone is talking about. Schedule your private showing today!