5868 HIGH RIDGE LOOP, Lakeland, Florida, 33812

This exquisite Pool home is located in the desirable Gated Community of Highlands Ridge in SE Lakeland. It offers 4 BD/2BA with 2,220 sq ft. of living area. The home greets you with a brick-trimmed driveway and lush manicured landscaping. Double doors with decorative glass open into this spacious home, featuring high ceilings, formal living and dining rooms, a family room, and split bedrooms. The well-laid-out floor plan includes tray ceilings and wood-look porcelain plank floors throughout the living areas. The attractive kitchen connects to the family room and features recessed lighting, beautiful maple cabinetry, granite countertops, a large island with seating, and stainless appliances. The kitchen also features a built-in desk, a pantry, and a dinette area with views and access to the pool and lanai. With the family room included, the entire area is wonderfully positioned for daily life and entertaining indoors and poolside. Step into the owners’ suite for access to the lanai, his-and-hers closets, and a spacious tile bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, a tile-and-glass shower, and a water closet. The sleep quarters include 3 additional bedrooms that share a full bathroom with a tub; this bath also provides access to the lanai. The large screened lanai area has paver brick decking and offers a comfortable covered area with ceiling fans. The uniquely designed pool has salt filtration, a pool heater replaced in 2024, and a waterfall. The fenced yard has a reclaimed water irrigation system to keep the lawn and landscaping beautiful. This outstanding home offers many pleasures and conveniences to make Florida living absolutely wonderful. Other recent improvements include an AC replaced in 2024, new energy-efficient windows replaced in 2024, a new pool pump in 2024, new pool screening in 2024, and outstanding care and overall love for the home.