Beautifully Upgraded WATERFRONT HOME with ROOM FOR A POOL in the Village of Hawkins. Enjoy the best of Florida living in this thoughtfully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2-bath Maybury Veranda model, ideally positioned on a PREMIUM WATERFRONT HOMESITE in the Village of Hawkins. With peaceful water views, NO “KISSING LANAIS”, and room to design your own outdoor retreat, this home offers a rare combination of PRIVACY, flexibility, and everyday comfort. From the moment you arrive, the enhanced landscaping, covered entry, AND COATED DRIVEWAY create inviting curb appeal, while the EXTENDED GARAGE (2 FEET DEEPER) provides valuable additional storage space. Inside, TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT and neutral interior tones create a clean, timeless backdrop that complements any décor. The OPEN-CONCEPT LAYOUT is ideal for both daily living and entertaining, with the main living area flowing naturally toward the water. The kitchen features GRANITE COUNTERTOPS WITH CONTINUOUS BACKSPLASH, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, GAS COOKING, CENTER ISLAND WITH BREAKFAST BAR, AND PULL-OUT SHELVING, along with subtle accent lighting that enhances the space without overpowering it. The SPLIT-BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN offers privacy for guests, while the PRIMARY SUITE provides a comfortable retreat with a tray ceiling, ROMAN SHOWER, DUAL VANITIES, AND A CUSTOM MODULAR WALK-IN CLOSET designed for easy organization. Step outside to the STRETCHED, SCREENED LANAI OVERLOOKING THE WATER—an ideal setting to relax or entertain. The backyard offers ROOM FOR A POOL, giving you the flexibility to create your own outdoor oasis while still enjoying OPEN WATER VIEWS AND WILDLIFE. Additional features include a MAGIC ATTIC LIFT, WHOLE-HOUSE WATER SOFTENER, ceiling fans, and a front entry closet for added functionality. Beyond the home, the location offers access to some of the newest and most desirable areas in The Villages. SAWGRASS GROVE provides a unique gathering spot with live outdoor entertainment, a marketplace-style food hall, casual dining, and a relaxed atmosphere centered around music and social events. Just a short golf cart ride away, EASTPORT TOWN CENTER continues to develop as a central hub for shopping, restaurants, waterfront gathering areas, and a growing list of recreation amenities including golf, fitness, parks, and event spaces around Central Lake. With its combination of WATERFRONT VIEWS, PRIVACY, ACCESS TO ENTERTAINMENT, AND ROOM TO ADD A POOL, homes like this don’t come along often. For buyers waiting for the right location, this is one worth seeing.