Welcome to your beautiful new home in the highly desirable, amenity-rich Gatherings at Ellicott Mills! This lovely villa in the age restricted 55+ neighborhood faces the community park with picnic tables and benches to accommodate neighbors and friends in a cul-de-sac setting. Step inside to discover a sun-filled, open floor plan highlighted by a dramatic, soaring vaulted ceiling and gorgeous wood floors stretching across the entire main level that includes living and dining areas offering access to the private patio with tree lined views. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, designed for entertaining, featuring an oversized island breakfast bar, granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. A fabulous wall of cabinetry will hold all of your kitchen treasures and double for storage and pantry. The kitchen has recently been upgraded to include a new gas range and microwave. Retreat to the convenient entry-level primary bedroom suite, offering a spacious walk-in closet and a spa-like en-suite bathroom with a granite dual vanity and an oversized shower with seating. The main level is completed by a dedicated laundry room and a powder room. Upstairs, a large loft provides flexible space overlooking the main level, and provides two sizable bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a large storage or hobby room. There is also a 2-car garage. Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with fantastic community amenities, including a swimming pool, clubhouse, and fitness center. This ideal location offers easy access to major commuter routes and medical facilities and is surrounded by abundant shopping, dining, and entertainment options