$157,900

Welcome to 151 Royal Palm Drive, located in the desirable 55+ gated community of Hawthorne at Leesburg! This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a comfortable and functional layout with plenty of space to relax, entertain, and enjoy the Florida lifestyle. Situated across from a WOODED AREA, the home enjoys a pleasant view of mature trees and natural greenery rather than homes directly across the street. Inside, you'll appreciate the attractive LAMINATE FLOORING THROUGHOUT, providing a clean, cohesive look and easy maintenance. In addition to the main living and dining areas, the home features a FAMILY ROOM, offering additional space for relaxing or entertaining, along with a DEDICATED OFFICE that's ideal for hobbies, reading, or working from home. Step outside to the COVERED REAR PATIO, a wonderful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind with a good book, or simply enjoy the Florida weather. Additional conveniences include a ONE-CAR CARPORT, an OUTSIDE STORAGE ROOM, and a SEPARATE LAUNDRY AREA. Important updates include a METAL ROOF (2010) with FASTENER SEALANT COMPLETED IN 2025 and an HVAC SYSTEM (2018), offering added peace of mind for the next owner. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a seasonal getaway, this home offers an appealing combination of comfortable living spaces and practical features. Hawthorne at Leesburg is a well-established, gated 55+ community offering an exceptional variety of amenities and activities. Residents enjoy 24/7 gated security, emergency alert systems, on-site EMT services, and a courtesy bus for convenient transportation to shopping and other destinations. The community features a geothermally heated outdoor pool, two indoor therapeutic pools, saunas, a hot tub, fitness center, and a clubhouse filled with opportunities to socialize. Outdoor recreation includes tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, bocce, softball, a putting area, and an 18-hole pitch-and-putt course. Additional amenities include a marina with over 120 boat slips, RV and boat storage, a woodworking shop, garden plots, and numerous clubs and activities. With its inviting living spaces, attractive wooded outlook, and access to an abundance of community amenities, 151 Royal Palm Drive offers a wonderful opportunity to embrace an active and enjoyable Florida lifestyle!