This stunning single-family cul-de-sac home boasts upgraded features and breathtaking preserve views offering the epitome of Florida living! Don't miss this inviting 4 BED, 3 1/2 BATH residence in centrally located Riverwalk Village in Lakewood Ranch. Enjoy all the comforts of a well-designed & spacious 2-story floor plan featuring indoor/outdoor "living" space that includes family, dining and living rooms, eat-in-kitchen, an office, loft & screened lanai. With its well-manicured lot, mature landscaping, & impact resistant leaded glass front door w/side lights, this home makes a statement from the moment you arrive. Inside, discover soaring ceilings, tasteful lighting & ceiling fans (7 inside & 1 outside) that enhance the comfortable & inviting atmosphere. Numerous upgrades & features of this impeccably maintained home include PGT WINGUARD HURRICANE IMPACT WINDOWS & DOORS IN ALL OPENINGS ($50K), insulated impact garage door, hurricane-hardened attic for extra storage, new upstairs 20 SEER Bosch HVAC system (2024), HALO whole house water treatment system, extended pavered screened lanai w/designer ceiling fan, wood plantation shutters throughout the entire first floor, enhanced landscaping, over-sized primary suite,Pergo luxury vinyl & Bianco ceramic tile (no carpet in home), crown molding throughout 1st floor, & tray ceilings with crown in all 4 nice-sized bedrooms.The formal dining room is perfect for hosting special occasions, while the breakfast nook in the kitchen area is ideal for casual meals, family gatherings, & just enjoying the picturesque views of nature. The light & bright kitchen w/plenty of windows features bar seating, natural birch wood cabinetry (42-inch uppers),Corian counters,GAS cooktop, & stainless-steel appliances. Entertaining is made easy w/adjoining family room & kitchen.Open the sliding glass doors & bring the outdoors inside maximizing the pond and lush, landscaped views. Find yourself in awe of nature's beauty; truly a bird watching paradise!The oversized primary suite w/neutral calm and soothing color palette comfortably accommodates a king-size bed, dresser, chest, and an oversized loveseat...an inviting retreat! The updated primary bath has a 7' foot counter w/double vanities,soaking tub, private water closet, & shower remodeled w/Italian marble tile. Additional features include:roof replacement (2018),gas plumbing for outdoor grill, security system, rounded drywall corners, and a front load LG washer (2021) and dryer (2021) that DO convey. There is a conveniently located utility sink in the garage. R49 insulation was added upstairs in 2023.Love where you live within the tranquility of Riverwalk Village and the renowned beauty of Lakewood Ranch. Conveniently located between SR 70 & University Pkwy, Water Poppy Terrace is a charming cul-de-sac street featuring a tranquil enclave w/no through traffic. A short distance from your home, you will find endless picturesque trails winding through beautifully landscaped surroundings. Golf enthusiasts take advantage of nearby golf courses, completing the well-rounded Lakewood Ranch lifestyle. Approx 10 miles to SRQ Int'l Airport,approx 55 miles to Tampa Int'l Airport,approx 2 miles to Lakewood Ranch Main St, approx 5 miles to 36-acre lakefront Waterside town center,approx 4 miles to University Town Center dining/shopping mecca, & 5 miles to Nathan Benderson Park.Come see & experience this exceptional home & the Lakewood Ranch lifestyle!LOW HOA FEES at $92.00 PER YEAR!