9511 SW 71st Loop Ocala, FL 34481

Don't miss the chance to own this stunning home with rare and sought-after water views in the gated, 55+ Stone Creek Golf Course Community-an enclave of exceptional amenities and resort-style living! This beautifully designed, custom-built Johnstown model is situated on a premium lot between the 4th and 5th holes, offering breathtaking panoramic water vistas. Located in the desirable Buckhead neighborhood, this home enjoys a peaceful setting with limited in-and-out access, ideal for walking and biking, while being conveniently close to the community clubhouse, pools, and golf course. This beautifully maintained home offers a newer roof and fresh paint throughout with custom details and upgrades found inside and out. Curb appeal greets you immediately with stunning professionally designed Florida-friendly landscaping complete with an olive tree, two large fig trees, home to a bluebird family, numerous flowering plants and shrubs, and a North-South facing orientation ensuring optimal outdoor relaxation and entertaining spaces. The interior of the home exudes elegance and versatility, boasting high ceilings that create an airy and spacious atmosphere complemented by two sets of expansive glass sliders on the back wall of the home framing the incredible water views. The home is designed for effortless entertaining, with a large Gathering room that serves as the heart of the home, a formal Dining Room for special occasions, and a separate Flex room that can be tailored to your needs, whether as a home office, library, or a hobby room. The conveniently located sliders also allow for direct access to the inviting lanai, equipped with heating, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and professionally tinted windows, providing seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. A large paver-lined patio framed by tiered landscaping offers a perfect retreat, complete with retractable sunshades for relaxing, taking in stunning sunsets, and watching majestic herons and tranquil waterfowl glide across the peaceful waters. The stylishly appointed kitchen features recessed LED downlighting, granite countertops that provide ample workspace, and stainless appliances, which include a recently replaced stove and microwave and a GE dishwasher. The Owner's Suite is a private retreat that offers more scenic views from the triple window with professionally tinted glass ensuring privacy, a spacious walk-in closet with custom shelving, and a spa-like en suite bath with a recently upgraded walk-in shower, double sink vanity, and separate water closet. The two guest rooms offer valuable extra space, perfect for a hobby room or other versatile uses. One of them even features a queen-sized Murphy bed, maximizing flexibility and functionality to suit your needs. Additional premium features include a whole-home salt-based water softener system, a newer water heater, and recently cleaned AC ducts for added comfort and peace of mind. The expanded 3-bay garage-complete with outdoor carpet flooring-offers space for golf cart parking or a workshop. Now is the time to make your move and enjoy all the extraordinary lifestyle offerings this community provides, including a golf course, resort-style pools, multiple sports courts, a health spa, and a dedicated lifestyle director who coordinates exciting trips and entertainment. Secure this exceptional home today!