Welcome home to an absolute showstopper in the heart of the horse capital of the world! This inviting and expanded Elate model by Shea Homes offers nearly 2,100 sq ft of open living space and aftermarket upgrades your guests will LOVE. As you step through the glass inserted front door you are greeted with gorgeous wood plank flooring carried throughout common areas, soaring volume ceilings, and oversized sliders in the family room complete with a custom vertical blind offering complete privacy when closed, yet expansive views when open! Enjoy the opportunity on this gorgeous premium corner lot to admire beautiful sunrises, horse pastures, and walking trails from the approximately 400sqft covered lanai, complete with upgraded privacy screening and a full ceiling protecting your outdoor furniture. From the front door, immediately to your left is one of two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, perfect for guests. This bedroom has large windows and a deep closet while the bathroom features a beautifully designed shower tub combo and vanity with ample storage space. Continuing through the foyer and will find your oversized den, easily enclosed for a third bedroom, home office or hobby space. To your right, the utility room that houses your washer/dryer and extra storage cabinets, garage access and half bathroom for guests at the end of the hall. Now, let's talk about the heart of the home...the kitchen! Breathtaking granite countertops coupled with bright white cabinetry that comes equipped with interior pull-out drawers for easy access to cookware. Open to the dining and living area, this home aims to please and is perfect for entertaining. Just off of the living area is the master bedroom, complete with a large walk-in closet, dual vanity, and a tastefully designed walk-in shower. Additional upgrades in this home include a Generac whole home generator, whole house circuit breaker, and insta-water system and softener. Located just minutes from the World Equestrian Center, I-75, shopping, dining, and recreational activities - this community is one of the most highly desired in the area. Ocala Preserve features amenities such as Tripp Davis and PGA Tour star Tom Lehman designed golf course, tennis, bocce, and pickleball, resort-style pool, state of the art gym and wellness center, spa, Salted Brick restaurant and more!