Come visit the tropical, hidden paradise community of Forest Creek conveniently located but tucked away for privacy . . . you won't want to leave! From the miles of nature/walking trails to the friendly neighbors, this nature lovers delight has it all. This amazing 3 bedroom PLUS den (with French doors), 2 bath, over 2100 sq. ft home offers a backyard sanctuary in its extended screened lanai. The popular Blue Sky II plan is priced BELOW market value and is designed for comfortable living! As you enter the foyer the lake view is a welcome surprise, (gorgeous sunrises) notice the architectural details, 9-foot ceilings, oversized crown molding, 5 1/4" baseboards, coffered ceilings and open split floorplan. The gourmet kitchen is sure to please the Chef of the home with its rich cherry wood cabinets (42 inch), stainless steel appliances, solid stone countertops, breakfast bar, café area and formal dining room. The heart of the home is the adjoining great room offering a wall of sliding glass doors to the expanded lanai for a light and airy feeling. The private owner’s suite offers a peaceful retreat from the day with dual walk-in closet, convenient dual sinks, modern glassed shower, eyelash window, marble countertops and separate lavatory for privacy. Your guests will enjoy the spacious separate private bedroom and bath wing. Recently epoxied, oversized two-car garage (not often found in new construction homes), recently painted exterior and extended lanai, this home is ready for your! For those who would like to add an outdoor kitchen or build a pool there is plenty of space behind the home. Stroll along the Oak Tree lined streets and trails, visit the 18-acre lake (great for canoe, kayak or fishing), two small gazebos, stop in and take a dip in the heated swimming pool and spa or simply enjoy the array of amenities including clubhouse, workout room, game room, complete with its own small kitchen plus an outdoor grill, basketball court, and playground, all for community residents to enjoy. Don’t forget to bring your four-legged friends to the dog park! This home was built by Neal Communities and offers low HOA fees. The gated community of Forest Creek is golf cart friendly, offers some of the best sunsets Florida has to offer and is located just south of Tampa-St. Pete and north of Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton and Sarasota, world-class shopping, dining, hospitals and easy access to I75 and Ft. Hamer Bridge. The brand-new complex featuring Lowes, restaurants, Crunch Fitness, Home Goods and much more is just around the corner.