Step into the elegance and comfort of this beautifully appointed turn key Connect model, where thoughtful design meets everyday ease. Located within the serene, guard gated community of Ocala Preserve, this home offers three spacious bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a versatile office or den that provides flexible space perfect for enjoying quiet moments, pursuing creative interests, or simply expanding your living space. The open concept layout of this upscale residence is enhanced by volume ceilings with elegant crown molding and premium porcelain plank tile flooring that extends throughout the main living areas. A spacious gathering room offers the perfect setting for both quiet relaxation and lively entertaining, with triple glass sliders that welcome abundant natural light and open to a covered lanai, creating an inviting spot for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. The chefs kitchen is both stylish and functional, offering a generous quartz topped island with pendant lighting, soft close cabinetry, LED under cabinet lighting, and stainless steel appliances, including a gas cooktop and vented hood. A framed refrigerator enclosure adds a custom touch, while the layout encourages easy conversation and casual dining. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, featuring a large walk in closet and en suite bath offering a large double sink vanity and a private water closet. Two guest bedrooms share a full bath with a soaking tub and shower, and an additional half bath adds flexibility for visitors. A full laundry room includes a washer and dryer, a utility sink, and desirable extra space for a second refrigerator or storage. This beautifully upgraded home is move in ready, complete with all furnishings, and offers immediate access to the resort style amenities of Ocala Preserve. With no CDD fees, high speed internet included, and full membership to all amenities, residents can enjoy a relaxed, maintenance free lifestyle surrounded by comfort, convenience, and community. Enjoy dining at the on site restaurant with an executive chef, unwind with spa services including massages, facials, and mani pedis, or store your favorite vintages in your personal wine locker. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the boathouse stocked with kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats, plus catch and release fishing, a fenced dog park, and an open air fitness area. The abundant activities include group fitness classes and a state of the art fitness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and horseshoe pits, miles of dedicated walking and biking trails, and a Tom Lehman designed golf course and two resort style pools with a 3rd pool underway. When its time to relax, the HOA has you covered with front, back, and side lawn and landscape care, including irrigation, trimming, fertilizing, and mulching 2x a year. Make your move today and begin enjoying these first class amenities and a convenient location close to the World Equestrian Center, shopping, banking, restaurants, medical facilities, and so much more!