965 JOINER PLACE, The Villages, Florida, 32162

Price decrease and new roof installed 10/5/26 make this a substantial drop in price. Welcome to this beautiful 3/2 Lantana on a cul-de-sac in the centrally located Village of Hemingway. This well maintained stucco home combines creative upgrades, comfortable living spaces and an outstanding temperature controlled lanai with nice views, no homes too near and an unusual river rock floor. NO BOND The open concept floor plan features ceramic tile throughout the living areas, while all 3 bedrooms offer engineered hardwood flooring- no carpeting anywhere in the home. The family room features a dramatic stone wall framed by columns, including one column with a clever hidden bookcase. Universal recessed TV bracket over an electric fireplace is seamlessly incorporated into the wall, creating a warm and inviting space. The ceilings in the living area are 10' high with crown molding and areas of wainscoting. Four panel sliding glass doors welcome you to the homes most impressive feature- the year round 12x28 lanai which provides an additional 336 sq ft with a perfect eastern exposure for morning sunshine and late afternoon shade. Roll down shades provide a peaceful retreat as needed. A door leads to the patio for outdoor grilling and the distance of the homes behind provides a sense of privacy and openness. Additional features include: Tiled Roman shower with seat and safety bars, deep stainless steel sink and many cabinets in the laundry room, new water heater in 2026, new HVAC in 2021, leaded glass front door with sidelights, Corian countertops throughout, arched doorways and extra room in the garage for a work area. Shopping/restaurants 5 minutes away at Colony Plaza and only a few minutes away from all 3 main squares and Lowes, Target and Walmart. More than a dozen golf courses very close by! Beautifully appointed, thoughtfully upgraded, and designed for enjoying the Florida lifestyle, this exceptional Lantana offers the space, comfort, and indoor/outdoor living you've been looking for- with the added benefit of NO BOND.