This exceptional residence sits on a prime CORNER LOT with beautiful POND VIEWS from the front porch. Offering a total of 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths in the main home, plus a separate CARRIAGE HOUSE above the 3-car garage with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. Perfect for in-laws, guests, or a private bonus suite. The main home features a SPACIOUS primary suite (21x22') with a tray ceiling and a private covered balcony. A SECOND MASTER suite with en-suite bath and balcony access provides flexibility for an additional in-law or guest retreat. Additional highlights include newer laminate flooring throughout the living, dining, and great rooms, a versatile downstairs bedroom with a closet (ideal for office, playroom, or den), and full-length covered patios in both the front and back of the home. COMMUNITY living at its finest, Independence offers world-class AMENITIES: two resort-style pools, playgrounds, a large community park, two dog parks, tennis and basketball courts, two clubhouses (with fitness centers, billiards, arcade, and gathering spaces), private boat ramps with docks, and miles of walking/biking trails. Residents also enjoy planned community events, on-site management, and easy access to major roadways. The 429 entrance is just about one mile away, with Publix, a movie theater, dining, and shopping in the nearby Hamlin area. With over 4,500 sqft and endless features inside and out, this home is an extraordinary blend of comfort, space, and lifestyle.