Welcome to this stunning and spacious "mini-mansion" featuring 4 BR + LOFT/3 baths, 3,210 sqft. under air, and a 3-CAR GARAGE! This property offers an incredible opportunity to embrace the Florida lifestyle in a versatile and beautiful home. As you step inside, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking water view that greets you. The CHEF'S DREAM KITCHEN boasts abundant cabinet and countertop space along with a convenient built-in desk. Relax on your lanai with PICTURE FRAME SCREENS and enjoy the picturesque LONG LAKE VIEWS. The flexible open floor plan allows your dining room to function as a homeschool or study area, your formal living space to double as an office, and the spacious, sunny LOFT to serve as a hangout area, homeschooling space, gym, office, or media and game room. The upstairs layout includes a master suite with a master bathroom, the loft, and two bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, all equipped with IMPACT WINDOWS (2nd floor) for extra safety and comfort. The downstairs features a guest suite with a full bath that is accessible directly from the foyer. The home's neutral color palette makes it easy to personalize. You can screen in the front porch for additional outdoor space. There's ample ROOM FOR A POOL, with PRE-WIRING already in place! The OVERSIZED LOT provides plenty of outdoor space for entertainment and ample parking for guests on the EXPANSIVE DRIVEWAY. Enjoy the exceptional amenities at the state-of-the-art Maple Ridge CLUBHOUSE, which includes beach entry, a gym, billiards, club rooms, and a host of activities. This home and community offer everything you need for comfortable Florida living and more. Ave Maria, ranked #16 among master-planned communities in the US, offers a wealth of amenities such as a town center with year-round events, Ave Maria University with its conferences and plays, a water park, trails, shopping, dining, dog parks, community parks, pickleball, tennis, golf, and much more. This is your chance to experience "Ave Maria: where community meets paradise"!