Move into this picturesque Key West style cottage in a serene setting now available! Nestled among the majestic oak trees of the popular gated community of Forest Creek with resort level amenities and an inspiring design that preserves and showcases natural beauty! This charming 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is move-in ready. You will fall in love with the relaxed FL lifestyle it offers yet close to main roads for easy commute to work or run errands. Yard maintenance is covered for you by the HOA. This is an open concept home with peaked high ceilings in the great room, kitchen and dining, and tile flooring throughout, except for carpeting in the spacious owner’s suite. The owner’s retreat is a delight with its lovely tray ceiling, large walk-in closet, and a tiled ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom features built-in shelving as a plus for storage or displaying treasures. The kitchen features tiled backsplash, stainless appliances, large breakfast bar, and pantry for easy entertaining. Talk about lifestyle, Forest Creek offers winding walking trails throughout the community by lakes, trees, bridges over the creek, benches and gazebos to savor sights and sounds of nature. The community center is located just across the street from this adorable home – where you can enjoy the heated pool and spa, billiards room, basketball, picnic gazebos and fitness center all in the spacious clubhouse. Go for a peaceful canoe/kayak trip around the scenic 18 acre lake which also offers a pier with covered area for relaxing or fishing. Take the kids to the playground and dogs to the dog park where you can meet the neighbors. Minutes to I-75, Ft. Hamer Bridge, Ellenton Outlet Mall, UTC Mall, 3 airports and easy access to Lakewood Ranch, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, and the world-class beaches of Florida’s West coast.