1771 Saint James CircleThe Villages, FL 32162Price: $1,549,000

WATERFRONT CUSTOM EXPANDED SANIBEL PREMIER / 3,346 SQ. FT. / 4 BEDROOMS / 3 BATHS / .51-ACRE HOMESITE / ~1,500 SQ. FT. COVERED LANAI / SOLAR-HEATED POOL W/ WATERFALL + SWIM JETS / OUTDOOR KITCHEN / NEW DUAL HVACs 2026 and BOND PAID! Nestled in the exclusive Village of Sunbury, an enclave of just 53 Premier Homes connected to Glenview Championship Golf & Country Club, this exceptional home welcomes you past babbling brooks and majestic Live Oaks along a brick-paved entryway. Three sets of French doors open to an extraordinary outdoor oasis with a private pool featuring a waterfall, solar heating and swim jets for swimming against a current. The 1472 sq. ft. covered lanai boasts an outdoor kitchen with gas grill, refrigerator, sink, granite countertops and granite seating bar, plus a TV hookup for effortless entertaining. Insulated construction, brand-new UV-protective screening, Chattahoochee River rock flooring, three skylights, recessed lighting and ceiling fans complete this expanded retreat. The insulated lanai also offers potential for conversion to enclosed, climate-controlled space, subject to permits and building requirements. Beyond it, mature tropical landscaping frames an expansive private lawn and peaceful Lake Windsor, with no neighboring homes in sight from the rear outdoor living area! Inside, eleven-foot ceilings and solar tubes brighten the spacious split floor plan. The chef's kitchen offers granite countertops, a center island with prep sink, double built-in ovens and separate cooktop, wine refrigerator, custom wood cabinetry with pullouts, abundant pantry storage and an expanded breakfast nook overlooking the lanai. A formal dining room with pocket doors provides an elegant entertaining space. This home features an inviting formal living room and a family room for multiple entertaining spaces. The expansive 864 sq. ft. primary suite includes two walk-in closets and French door lanai access. Its luxurious ensuite features dual sinks, a seated vanity, private water closet and a bathing room with jetted soaking tub and walk-in rain shower. Thoughtfully separated guest accommodations provide privacy and flexibility. Bedroom two that sits at the front of the home is perfect for that special guest and has generous closet space; bedroom three features a built-in desk, guest bed and walk-in closet. Bedrooms two and three are separated by a guest bathroom featuring a tub/shower combo and abundant counter space. The fourth bedroom, currently an office, includes a wall bed, walk-in closet and French doors to the lanai. An adjacent bathroom with step-in shower serves poolside guests. A laundry room with built-in cabinetry is conveniently located near the primary suite. Some Furnishings available. Roof 2020 & HVAC (2) 2026. The rare .51-acre homesite provides space to enjoy the waterfront setting, while the 834 sq. ft. garage accommodates two cars, two golf carts and storage. Unbeatable location near Glenview Country Club, The Savannah Center, Publix at Southern Trace Plaza, Costco on CR 466, Spanish Springs Town Square and Lake Sumter Landing Market Square. Experience the best of The Villages lifestyle from this exceptional waterfront retreat!