$5,000 CLOSING COST CREDIT TO BUYER with acceptable offer. A home filled with thoughtful upgrades, incredible outdoor living and features that make everyday life just a little better. Start with the BACKYARD OASIS, enjoy the adorable pond view from your screened front porch, and then discover everything waiting inside. GATED COMMUNITY. RESORT-STYLE POOL & FITNESS CENTER. GOLF CART FRIENDLY. MINUTES TO THE SUNCOAST PARKWAY. Welcome to this updated home in Verandahs of Hudson offering 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS, FLEX SPACE (optional office/den) and a 2-CAR GARAGE with expanded driveway. BIG-TICKET IMPROVEMENTS include NEW ROOF (2022), NEW AC SYSTEM (2022), NEW WATER HEATER (2025), screened front porch (2022), expanded driveway accommodating 4 vehicles and potentially up to 6, stone exterior accents, refreshed landscaping, updated lighting and LUXURY VINYL PLANK flooring. The REDESIGNED KITCHEN features an enlarged island with drawers all around and CUSTOM-BUILT PANTRY with abundant shelving and built-in spice rack. Kitchen opens to living area with full-sized dining space nearby. A FLEX SPACE can serve as an office, study, playroom or sitting area. Downstairs powder bath features an updated storage vanity. Upstairs, the REMODELED PRIMARY BATH features a spacious WALK-IN SHOWER with built-in seating, dual showerheads including detachable wand, three shampoo niches, double vanities with QUARTZ countertop, brushed nickel hardware, updated mirrors and lighting, and luxury vinyl plank flooring. BUT THE BACKYARD MAY STEAL THE SHOW with a fully fenced yard, approximately 10x25 expanded patio, loveseat swing, IN-GROUND FIREPIT, and LARGE COVERED GAZEBO with fan, lighting, electrical outlets and low-maintenance Trex composite decking. A tucked-away side area is perfect for a garden or play space, plus an 8x12 STORAGE SHED WITH ELECTRICITY. Southeast-facing backyard provides beautiful morning light. And one of the cutest extras: its own TORTOISE SHELTER. Buddy and Tipsy Tucker are not included, but seller is willing to leave their shelter for buyers bringing their own shelled family members OR remove completely! A small pond directly across the street adds another pleasant outdoor view. THE VERANDAHS offers gated entry and an economical Florida lifestyle. This GOLF CART FRIENDLY COMMUNITY features a clubhouse with kitchen and bathrooms, 24-HOUR FITNESS CENTER, RESORT-STYLE COMMUNITY POOL, playground and community activities. You are MINUTES FROM THE SUNCOAST PARKWAY and a Publix shopping plaza. SURVEY available for the new buyer. With just over 400 homes, Verandahs offers a quaint, easygoing atmosphere while still packing a punch with amenities. This home is just a short walk from the community pool and clubhouse, with quick access through double-gated entrance to SR 52. When time is precious, convenience matters. If a smaller community with a relaxed vibe and less hustle and bustle appeals to you, Verandahs just might be the perfect fit.