12170 Maple Ridge DRIVE

This ONE-OWNER home has been lovingly maintained and used only as a vacation home whiich means very little wear and tear. This is the beautiful Bruce Williams Meridian II floorplan with lovely archetectural detail. LOCATED ON A CUL-DE-SAC in the low-maintenance section of The Hammocks in the beautiful and upscale neighborhood of River Wilderness. This spacioius 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with AN OFFICE THAT COULD BE TURNED INTO A 3RD BEDROOM, lives large and provides plenty of space to spread out and entertain over-night guests. The split floorplan provides privacy for you and your guests. Upon entering, you will take in the expanse of the home as well as the pond and preserve view. These owners were one of the first on this street and were able to choose the very best lot - one with a water view and privact, There are two banks of sliders that open to double the entertaining space and bring the outdoors in. The primary bedroom features two walk-in closets that provide ample space for an extensive wardrobe! Upgrades include a brand NEW HEAT PUMP IN 2022, wood laminate flooring in the bedrooms and office (no carpet in this house!) and receintly painted interior. Even though this home doesn't have a pool, there is a private pool for Hammocks residents only located just a short walk away. This home would be perfect for year-round residents or snowbirds - just close the door and go!! The Club offers pickle ball, an Olympic size swimming pool and more. Boat and RV storage in community. For the nature lovers, there are hiking trails and abundant wildlife. There are two 24-hour manned gates. CLUB MEMBERSHIP IS OPTIONAL. There is a COMMUNITY BOAT RAMP that is open to the entire community and provides direct access to the Manatee River. River Wilderness is PERFECTLY LOCATED! Strategically positioned between St. Pete and Sarasota, access to 2 airports (45 min.) several hospitals is available to the north and south. The newly constructed Ft Hammer Park located on the beautiful Manatee River is just minutes south of the front gate and features a boat ramp, fishing pier plus picnic pavilion. The new Fort Hammer Bridge also provides a convenient back route into Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota where fine dining and shopping are within easy reach. Don’t wait to start living the good life – make that Florida dream come true today! No cars/trucks in driveway overnight in The Hammocks. Buyer to verify all dimensions. HOA DOCUMENTS FOR THE HAMMOCKS CAN BE FOUND HERE: http://www.rwhoa.org/RW_2014/hoa_docs/pkg_09.htm Buyer and/or buyer's agent to confirm all measurements.