This well-maintained 2021 D.R. Horton single-family home offers approximately 1,646 square feet of comfortable living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage on a generous ~0.23-acre (about 10,149 sq ft) lot. The single-story design features an open floor plan with a kitchen/family room combo, solid-surface counters, split-bedroom layout, primary suite on the main floor with walk-in closet, ceiling fans, window treatments, and thoughtful details suited to easy Florida living. Exterior elements include sliding doors, sidewalks, lighting, HardiPlank siding, and a shingle roof. The home enjoys trees/woods views and benefits from connected utilities including natural gas, public sewer and water, and underground services. The Freedom is the dedicated gated 55+ (HOPA age-restricted) enclave of roughly 50–55 single-family homes on Birdie Way—the only gated area within the larger all-ages Grand Reserve master-planned community (ultimately around 847 homes). Built primarily between 2018 and 2022 by Freedom Homes (D.R. Horton’s active-adult brand), these low-maintenance, single-story concrete-block homes range roughly 1,585–2,033 sq ft and emphasize fee-simple ownership (you own the land). Residents enjoy a quieter, age-restricted street experience while sharing the broader community’s amenities. Shared amenities centered around the Island Club include a resort-style pool, fitness center, pickleball and bocce courts, fishing pond with dock, fire pits, outdoor kitchen/BBQ areas, and clubhouse facilities that support activities and socializing. The public 18-hole Grand Reserve Golf Club (with range and on-site restaurant) is golf-cart accessible with no mandatory membership—simply pay to play. Golf carts are permitted in the community, sidewalks and landscaped streets enhance walkability, and a lifestyle-oriented setting supports an active yet relaxed retirement lifestyle. Flagler Beach is roughly 15–25 minutes away (about 8–12 miles), offering uncrowded Atlantic beaches, a classic pier, casual dining, and a relaxed coastal vibe ideal for day trips or regular beach outings. Palm Coast is approximately 15 minutes for shopping (Town Center and more), dining, everyday conveniences, and AdventHealth Palm Coast. St. Augustine is about 40–45 minutes north—home to America’s oldest city with historic sites (Castillo de San Marcos, the colonial district), waterfront dining, shopping, art, and cultural attractions. Daytona Beach is roughly 35–45 minutes south for broader beaches, events, the Boardwalk, shopping (including outlets), and additional dining and entertainment options. Buc-ee’s and other stops along the way add convenience. This home combines the privacy and age-restricted atmosphere of the gated Freedom area with the full amenity package and golf lifestyle of Grand Reserve, all while remaining close to Florida’s East Coast beaches and major historic/recreational destinations. Ideal for active adults seeking low-maintenance living with strong community amenities and convenient access to Flagler Beach, St. Augustine, and Daytona.
