Welcome to Oak Forest Where Your Free Time is for the Beach, Golf, and the Florida Lifestyle! If a simple, low maintenance Florida lifestyle is what you have been looking for, this updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom club villa in the gated community of Oak Forest is a great fit. Set on an oversized corner lot in the X flood zone, this home is being sold turnkey furnished, making it easy to settle in and start enjoying Englewood right away. The curb appeal is welcoming with a paver driveway, barrel tile roof, white wrought iron courtyard entry, and mature landscaping that gives the home a comfortable, established feel. Step through the screened front entry and you will find vaulted ceilings, plenty of natural light from the many windows with marble sills, and neutral tile flooring throughout the main living areas, bathroom, and laundry room. The overall feel is clean, bright, and easy to maintain. The layout flows nicely with a great room that opens to the screened lanai through French doors, giving you extra space to spread out or entertain. The kitchen offers wood cabinets with crown molding, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a pantry. Just off the kitchen, the oversized breakfast nook works well for both dining and a relaxed sitting area. Updated lighting, including a chandelier in the nook and pendant lights over the bar, adds a nice finishing touch. Both bedrooms feature engineered wood flooring in a warm tone. The primary suite includes a bay window that brings in great natural light, a walk-in closet, and high ceilings. The primary bathroom has a walk-in shower, decorative plant shelf, and a large vanity. The guest bedroom and nearby guest bathroom, with a tub and shower combination and wood vanity, provide a comfortable setup for visitors. The laundry room includes additional cabinetry for storage and connects directly to the two car garage, making everyday tasks more convenient. Out back, the screened lanai is a great spot to relax, with roll down blinds for shade and a ceiling fan to keep the air moving, whether you are enjoying a quiet morning or winding down in the evening. Oak Forest is a maintenance free community that offers a heated pool, clubhouse with fitness center, kitchen, and library, along with a full calendar of activities like potluck dinners, dancing, and card games. For those who enjoy staying active, there are pickleball, tennis, and bocce ball courts, while quieter days can be spent lounging poolside or enjoying time at home. When you are ready to head out, you are less than five miles to Gulf beaches, boating, fishing, and waterfront dining, with golf courses, shopping, medical facilities, and restaurants all nearby. Historic Dearborn Street is also just minutes away, offering local shops, dining, and community events that make Englewood so special. The HOA covers basic cable, exterior lawn care and irrigation, and gate security, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your surroundings and less time keeping up with them. This is a place where everyday living feels easy and everything you need is close by, 1000 Topelis Drive.
