8737 SW 83RD CIRCLE OCALA FL 34481 MLS #OM717964

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Golf Course Home | Premium Lot | Expanded Sterling in Candler Hills at On Top of the World – Stunning golf course and water views overlooking an approximately 8-acre dry retention pond set the stage for this expanded Sterling model located on a premium lot in the sought-after Candler Hills neighborhood of On Top of the World. This fee-simple home also has the CDD bond paid off, helping keep ownership costs lower. Overlooking the lush fairway and open space, this golf course home offers privacy, serenity, and beautiful scenery from nearly every main living area. Offering nearly 2,300 sq. ft. of living space, this home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a den/office with door, formal dining room, living room, and a grand great room in a bright open split-bedroom floor plan. The great room, living room with octagon tray ceiling, kitchen, breakfast nook, office/den, and primary suite all capture panoramic golf course views. Ceiling heights reach up to 11 feet and are enhanced by crown molding and custom finishes. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, tile backsplash, pull-out cabinetry, a large pantry, upgraded stainless steel appliances, and a solar tube skylight that fills the space with natural light. Flooring includes solid oak wood and ceramic tile in the main living areas, luxury vinyl in the den/office, and carpet in the guest bedrooms. Additional features include a gas fireplace outlet in the great room (ready for a future fireplace) and hideaway screen doors on the front entry and primary bedroom doors leading to the lanai for fresh air and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious owner’s suite offers a private sitting area/second office, two walk-in closets, a large updated ensuite bath, and direct patio access with golf course views. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath are located on the opposite side of the home for added privacy. Recent improvements include: New roof (2025), New water heater (2025), New dishwasher (2025), Refrigerator (2023), Microwave (2023), Gas range (2023), HVAC (2019), newer garage door, and epoxy garage floor coating. The seller is also offering a one-year home warranty for the buyer’s peace of mind. Outdoor living includes a north-facing stone-paved lanai, an enclosed Carolina room with sliding panels, and a large open birdcage patio with sealed pavers—perfect for entertaining or relaxing while enjoying the golf course setting. Additional features include an oversized extended garage, ceiling storage above the garage, water softener, upgraded irrigation system, French drain, and newer picture windows. Candler Hills is a private gated luxury golf community offering three golf courses, indoor and outdoor pools, two fitness centers, tennis, pickleball, racquetball, billiards, game rooms, and a Cultural Arts Center. Residents enjoy live music, dining, shopping, medical facilities, and golf-cart access to local conveniences. On Top of the World is ranked among the Top 50 Master-Planned Communities in the United States by Where to Retire Magazine. The seller is currently completing a few cosmetic updates. In Bedroom 2, the built-in twin headboards are being removed and the wall repainted. In the office/den, decorative wall boards are also being removed and the walls repainted. This exceptional home delivers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and the ultimate active-adult lifestyle. Move-in ready—so you could be living your Florida dream in as little as 30 days.