841 Dowding Way, The Villages, FL 32162

Nestled in the highly sought-after Village of Polo Ridge, this 3/2 Summerhill (Oleander) model home boasts an EXPANSIVE BACKYARD and screened lanai with birdcage, plus ROOM FOR A POOL or home expansion. BOND PAID! NEW ROOF 2019. You are greeted with a paver driveway, a spacious TWO-CAR plus GOLF-CAR GARAGE, and an inviting covered front walkway featuring painted wood doors with two sidelights and an arched transom, complemented by a glass storm door and a double bifold full closet. Once inside, discover a spacious living room with FRENCH DOORS accented by an arched transom leading to the lanai, recessed lighting, and ceiling fans for ultimate comfort. Adjacent is a cozy dining room with an arched entrance, a passthrough to the kitchen, and French doors opening to the SCREENED LANAI. The kitchen is a chef s delight with a GRANITE CENTER ISLAND featuring a sink, upgraded STAINLESS appliances, a built-in desk area, and an entrance to the laundry room. It is beautifully lit with RECESSED and PENDANT lighting. The primary bedroom boasts abundant natural light, a ceiling fan, and an en suite bathroom offering an extended vanity with a large mirror, a linen closet, a water closet, and a WALK-IN SHOWER with built-in shelving, a seat, multiple showerheads, and stainless shower bars. The walk-in closet provides ample storage. Bedrooms two and three feature built-in closets and ceiling fans, while the second bathroom includes an extended vanity, a tub-shower, and a shower window. The laundry room includes a window, and the garage is equipped with pull-down stairs, a utility sink, and an extra refrigerator. The rear exterior is an ENTERTAINER S DREAM featuring a lanai with a LARGE BIRDCAGE over the patio, a ceiling fan, and access from both the dining and living rooms, all overlooking a huge backyard with space for a pool or home expansion. Updates include: HVAC 2008, Roof 2019, HWH 2013. The Village of Polo Ridge is conveniently located near Spanish Springs Square; Lake Sumter Landing; Saddlebrook Recreation Complex with two executive golf courses, an adult swimming pool, four softball diamonds, and Polo Field; Hawkes Bay Executive Golf Course; Glenview Champions Golf and Country Club; the Savannah Center; multiple swimming pools and pickleball; and 466 with abundant shopping, restaurants, banks, medical, and more. Please watch our walkthrough video of this beautiful home in an amazing location! Call today to schedule your private showing or virtual tour.