Prime location with serene south-facing pond views! This move-in ready 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom villa is set on one of the best pond lots in Southshore Falls, a premier 55+ gated community in Apollo Beach. The open and inviting floor plan features hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and expansive windows framing the water views. The spacious kitchen offers rich wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a closet pantry, and a bar-height counter perfect for dining or entertaining. The primary suite easily fits a king bed and additional furnishings, with peaceful pond views, a large walk-in closet, and ensuite bath with standalone shower. A split floor plan provides privacy, with the sunlit guest bedroom and nearby hallway full bath on the opposite side of the home. Triple sliding glass doors open to a generous screened lanai overlooking the water, ideal for year-round relaxation. Southshore Falls offers an unmatched active adult lifestyle with a 14,000 sq.ft. clubhouse featuring billiards, a coffee/internet café, fitness center, library/card room, hobby/craft rooms, and a grand ballroom for social events. Outdoor amenities include three sparkling pools (lagoon, resistance, and spa), pickleball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard, putting greens, cornhole, ping pong, and miles of scenic walking trails where you can enjoy Florida’s natural beauty and wildlife. The community also hosts a variety of activities and clubs to keep residents connected and engaged, all with the peace of mind of a 24-hour manned gate. Conveniently located near I-75 and US-41, Southshore Falls offers easy access to Tampa, St. Petersburg, MacDill AFB, and Bradenton. Just minutes away you’ll find waterfront dining at Circles Waterfront and Finn’s Dockside, shopping centers, parks, the Manatee Viewing Center, and the Apollo Beach Nature Preserve, with award-winning Gulf Coast beaches only a short drive away.