Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the desirable Southwood community. Featuring impact doors and windows throughout for peace of mind, this home offers both style and functionality. The open floor plan with vaulted ceilings creates an airy, inviting atmosphere, enhanced by an abundance of natural light and a soothing neutral color palette that flows seamlessly throughout. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, solid wood cabinetry, newer appliances, and a convenient counter-height bar that opens to the spacious living area. The split floor plan provides comfort and privacy for daily living and when you have guests. The spacious primary bedroom suite has a walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with dual vanity, a walk-in shower, and a tub with massage jets. This is an easy low maintenance home with plantation shutters at all the windows. The all-purpose 4-season Florida room is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. It has sliding windows that allow you to enjoy the lake view in comfort, or the windows can easily be opened if you want to enjoy the fresh air outside. The garage is complete with an epoxy floor, storage cabinets, a laundry tub, and ladder to storage space above. Southwood is a deed restricted community with no CDD fees and low HOA fees. Residents of Southwood enjoy access to a community pool with a cabana, offering the perfect spot for leisurely days. This home and community combine modern comforts with a tranquil setting. It's peaceful and quiet here, but close to everything. No need to travel far for shopping, there's a Publix Plaza a few miles either way on Route 41 from Southwood. Also, enjoy nearby Downtown Wellen Park with daily entertainment, shopping and restaurants, along with walking paths and bike trails. Enjoy relaxing and walking beside the large lake or you can bring or rent a kayak or paddleboard to get on the water. The Cool Today Park is within a few miles... this is the spring training stadium for the Atlanta Braves, plus it has additional entertainment year long. A short drive will have you at the beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches and/or in historical downtown Venice with numerous shops, restaurants, along with a theater, art galleries, wine bars, and more.