Hidden gem in unbeatable Palm Harbor location! In the desirable gated community of Fox Lake, this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa offers a peaceful courtyard setting, low-maintenance living, and a location made for enjoying Florida. Located in Flood Zone X-no flood insurance required and zoned for A-rated Sutherland Elementary, Palm Harbor Middle, and Palm Harbor University High School.
Spend weekends on award-winning Gulf beaches known for their soft quartz sand, or hit the links at nearby Innisbrook Resort, home of the PGA TOUR's Valspar Championship on the Copperhead Course, Lansbrook Golf Club, Tarpon Woods, or Dunedin Golf Club. Bike the Pinellas Trail, with easy access at nearby Wall Springs Park. Head to Downtown Dunedin for waterfront restaurants, local shops and weekend markets, or explore the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks, restaurants, bakeries, shops, and waterfront atmosphere. Head south to Downtown St. Petersburg for the St. Pete Pier, waterfront dining along Beach Drive, museums, restaurants, and nightlife. Across the bay, Tampa offers luxury shopping and dining at Hyde Park Village, Water Street, Armature Works, and Sparkman Wharf with The Florida Aquarium nearby. Catch the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium or the Lightning at Benchmark International Arena, cruise from Port Tampa Bay, or reach Tampa International Airport in approximately 35 minutes. Florida's natural springs, including Weeki Wachee, make an easy day trip for kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, and exploring another side of Florida.
Low HOA dues of $414/month include cable, internet, water, sewer, twice-weekly doorstep trash pickup, landscaping, exterior pest prevention, exterior painting, pressure washing, and community amenities. Fox Lake features a heated pool, dog-walking stations, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, playground, and clubhouse with fitness area, pool table, ping-pong and poker table, plus an onsite community office and owner meetings.
Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings and an open layout lead to a spacious great room with French doors opening to the screened lanai and additional grilling space. A generously sized storage room connects the villa to the neighboring residence, creating only a partially shared wall for added separation and privacy. Both bedrooms are spacious. The primary suite features a private bath with walk-in shower, while the full guest bath includes a tub.
Updates include a 2017 roof, 2019 HVAC, whole-home water softener, and LeafGuard gutter protection, adding to the home's low-maintenance appeal.
Ideal as a full-time home, seasonal Florida getaway, or investment property, with short-term, seasonal, and annual rentals allowed. Quiet community living with beaches, golf, trails, natural springs, waterfront towns, dining, sports, entertainment, and Tampa Bay all within easy reach.