This waterfront home at 954 Orinoco in the 55+ resort community $55,000

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This waterfront home at 954 Orinoco in the 55+ resort community of Bay Indies offers a truly captivating view and an abundance of outdoor living spaces. Painted in a charming shade of blue, the home is enhanced by colorful sunshades across the side of the covered carport, adding both shade and privacy. The widened driveway provides additional parking for a golf cart or a cozy spot to sit under an umbrella. This is just one of the many seating areas surrounding the home, all perfect for enjoying the peaceful view of the lake with its ducks, spoonbills, and swans. The side patio, which is covered, leads to the side lanai, while a third paved patio at the rear of the home offers even more outdoor options. The shed at the end of the carport provides ample storage for workspace, beach gear, bikes, and more. Under the covered carport, there's also a designated spot for sitting and barbecuing, as well as new steps with a platform leading into the home. This spacious 24 x 51 ft. home comes unfurnished, allowing you to personalize it to your taste, with the provided photos offering plenty of decorating inspiration. Upon entering through the French doors with built-in blinds, you'll be greeted by stunning hardwood bamboo floors that extend throughout the home. Among the many upgrades are new windows, shiplap walls, solid core doors, a soft water system, and cedar ceilings in the closets. Major systems such as the A/C, roof, and hot water heater were replaced in 2018, ensuring peace of mind. The large living room offers plenty of space for furnishings and features a focal accent wall, making it an inviting space to relax or entertain. The dining area, with its great views, flows into the galley kitchen, which boasts numerous pantries with plenty of storage for those Costco trips, newer white beadboard cabinets, and a black and white tile backsplash and countertops. You'll also find a convenient area for the washer and dryer located right off the kitchen. The guest room is spacious enough for a queen bed and includes a walk-in closet. The primary bath has been partially updated with a new vanity and includes a tub/shower combination. The master bedroom comfortably accommodates a king-sized bed, features a desk area, and has a walk-in closet that is an owner's dream complete with a bench, LED lighting, shelving, and extra storage. The ensuite bath includes a step-in shower and vanity. The highlight of the home is the enclosed lanai with screens facing the water which can easily be converted into an all-season room with the addition of a portable A/C unit. This space can serve as extra living space, a guest room, or simply a peaceful spot to enjoy the serene water views. With so many outdoor options and numerous upgrades already completed, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to embrace a life of relaxation and beauty in Bay Indies. It's a chance to move to paradise and never look back! Bay Indies offers you choices of 3 heated pools, spas, outdoor activities of tennis, pickleball, biking and walking paths, kayak/canoe launch on the curry creek with storage, catch and release fishing, and clubhouses for cards, concerts, dinners, trivia night, bingo and more along with a full time activities director. This community is the best affordable living on the Gulf Coast. It's just 2.5 miles to beaches, restaurants, shopping, new medical center and a short drive to three area airports. Check out our video and pictures on this special property and give Delene a call for more information. **All photos and videos were taken before Hurricane Milton. Home lost roof over and side lanai. Main roof is fine and there is no interior damage.** All listing information given to us is considered appropriate and reliable but should be independently verified through personal inspection by appropriate professionals. Home must be maintained to the Community prospectus. The lot rent is determined by the community office and covers all amenities off