748 HERNANDEZ DRIVE, THE VILLAGES, FL 32159

ONE-OF-A-KIND VILLA – BOND PAID! Located in the Village of Rio Grande, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath courtyard villa offers exceptional flexibility for working from home, pursuing hobbies, or simply enjoying expanded outdoor living space. Part of the garage has been professionally converted into a beautiful air-conditioned OFFICE featuring lots of custom built-ins, including a safe, desk, file cabinet and cabinetry galore, INSIDE LAUNDRY, and a matching refrigerator—ideal for today’s lifestyle needs. Inside, you’ll find Solar tubes, Plantations shutter window treatments, a cabinet filled kitchen with updated cabinetry and pull-outs, CONTINUOUS 18” TILE flooring flows seamlessly from the office to the outside lanai, and beautiful new luxury vinyl plank (LVP)in the hallway and bedrooms. The dining area opens to a COVERED OVERSIZED AWNING. The converted Florida room, now seamless living space is perfect as a library or reading space, with professional built in bookcases and credenza at its entrance. The glass sliding doors will then lead you directly into an expansive, TILED, and very private COVERED OVERSIZED LANAI. Minimal landscaping is needed. A beautiful fountain enhances the "no grass" courtyard. Entire inside painted October 2025. Additional enhancements include: • Solar panels (last electric bill approx. $38) • Whole-house generator • Plantation shutters • Designer fans • New side gate • Giant covered lanai • Stainless-steel appliances • Quartz bathroom counters • Inside laundry • Vintage Cadillac-style REPLICA GOLF CART with newer batteries This home is ideally positioned just a quick walk to the De La Mesa private community park and pool, featuring a walking trail, saltwater heated pool, and bath facilities. Located in a 55+ community, this property is a short walk to Spanish Springs Town Square and approximately 2.5 miles from Sumter Landing. Close proximity to medical facilities, 38 RECREATION centers, dining and shopping. Whether your passion is Golf or Pickleball, you will find numerous Championship and Executive GOLF COURSES , and over 200 PICKLEBALL courts making this an exceptional Villages opportunity. You will soon see why everyone calls this their HAPPY PLACE. Did I mention we have over 3000 clubs to choose from? What are you waiting for, get out of the cold and come on down! A home that truly captures the feel of Florida living. Schedule your private showing today. HVAC 2017.