Traditions Ph 01 Single Family Homes For Sale in Winter Haven - 5 homes

Remarks: One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to 4020 Carteret Dr in Winter Haven, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home located in a desirable 55+ lakefront community with a 3-car garage offering comfort, convenience, and low-maintenance living in the heart of Central Florida. This thoughtfully designed home features stunning lake views, hardwood flooring, an updated kitchen with modern finishes, and stylish upgrades throughout. The spacious layout includes a mother-in-law suite, perfect for visiting family, guests, or additional privacy. Residents enjoy direct water access and a private community boat ramp, providing easy access to Winter Haven’s renowned Chain of Lakes, ideal for boating, fishing, and enjoying Florida’s outdoor lifestyle. The community also offers boat and water toy storage for a small fee, making it convenient to keep your boat or jet skis nearby and ready to use. One of the standout features of this home is the maintenance-free lifestyle. The HOA covers Cable, Internet, Exterior Home Maintenance including landscaping, mulch, and exterior painting, and More, allowing homeowners to enjoy their property without the typical upkeep responsibilities. Located just minutes from Cypress Gardens Boulevard, this home offers quick access to shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, golf courses, parks, and medical facilities. Residents are also close to LEGOLAND Florida Resort, and major roadways including US-27 and the Polk Parkway, making travel to Lakeland, Orlando, and Tampa convenient. If you’re searching for a Lake view home in Winter Haven, a low-maintenance home in a 55+ community, or a property with Ruby Lake access, 4020 Carteret Dr offers the perfect combination of location, lifestyle, and modern comfort in one of Polk County’s most established lake communities. Schedule a showing today!

Listing is courtesy of: KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE III (407-207-0825)

Listing Agent: Sofia Lovinsky (407-376-1845)

Remarks: This stunning property is situated on a premium lot, offering picturesque views of the pond. Featuring a highly desirable split-bedroom floor plan, this partially furnished home includes three bedrooms and two baths. As you step inside, you're welcomed by a charming screened-in front porch with a leaded glass door and transom window. The kitchen boasts 42" upper maple wood cabinetry, accented with braided trim, crown molding, and convenient pull-out drawers. Recent updates include a new refrigerator and microwave, along with a closet pantry. Enjoy casual meals at the breakfast bar or in the cozy breakfast nook. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the formal dining room and living room, both of which showcase stunning pond views. The spacious great room is bright and inviting, featuring high ceilings and vinyl plank flooring. Architectural details like arched entryways, crown molding, and decorative niches enhance the home's elegant atmosphere. The four-seasons room, lined with large windows, allows you to enjoy the scenic views year-round. The generously sized primary bedroom suite serves as a private retreat, complete with plantation shutters and a cozy sitting area. Dual walk-in closets with overhead luggage shelves offer ample storage. The primary bathroom features a comfort-height vanity with double sinks, a linen closet, a seated walk-in shower, a water closet, and a luxurious garden tub. For outdoor enjoyment, the expansive screened-in lanai provides a peaceful space to relax. Additional features include a laundry room with a washer, dryer, utility sink, and extra cabinetry, solid surface flooring throughout, a water heater (installed in 2024), an upgraded HVAC system with an Aprilaire electronic filtration system, custom window treatments, an invisible dog fence, and a five-zone irrigation system with an irrigation meter. The home also boasts an architectural shingle roof (installed in 2019), professionally landscaped corner lot, pull-down attic stairs, alarm system, gutters, exterior lighting, paved walkway and driveway, and a two-car garage with shelving and a garage door opener. Residents of Traditions enjoy a wealth of amenities, including a lakefront clubhouse with a dock and boat ramp, heated swimming pool and spa, ballroom, billiards, meeting rooms, library, computer room, craft room, dog park, and courts for tennis, pickleball, basketball, bocce ball, and shuffleboard. The community also offers a fitness center, aerobics studio, and more. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, major routes, and Legoland, this home offers an exceptional lifestyle. The monthly HOA fee covers exterior house painting, cable, internet, lawn service, and clubhouse amenities, ensuring a maintenance-free living experience.

Listing is courtesy of: CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY LAKE WALES (863-676-4448)

Listing Agent: Eileen Belanger (863-221-0229)

Remarks: Located in the highly desirable 55+ maintenance-free gated community of Traditions on Lake Ruby, this wonderful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers charm, functionality, and an exceptional lifestyle. Upon arrival, you’re greeted by a welcoming Screened-in front porch decked out with tile flooring. Inside, the open-concept floor plan features a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, Laminate wood flooring, a decorative planter shelf, and triple glass sliding doors leading to the Florida room. The eat-in kitchen showcases an arched entryway, maple wood cabinetry, and corian countertops. Functional upgrades include a stainless steel double bowl sink with a gooseneck faucet, a closet pantry and Upgraded Refrigertor. A charming breakfast nook is ideal for casual dining, while the formal dining area—enhanced with sliding glass doors that open to the fenced yard—seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Solid surface flooring throughout the main living areas ensures style and easy maintenance. The primary bedroom suite features Laminate Wood flooring, a walk-in closet, and views of the backyard. Its ensuite bath includes a maple wood vanity, and a walk-in shower with a glass enclosure. Outdoor enjoyment awaits with a fully fenced yard—perfect for relaxation or entertaining. Additional highlights include a Florida room with tile flooring, Laundry Room, with utility sink, washer & dryer, irrigation system, architectural shingle roof (2020), Water Filtration system, water heater (2023), gutters, generator outlet, solar powered attic vent fan, pull down attic stairs, a 2-car garage with door opener and keyless entry pad, plus a paved driveway and walkway. Traditions at Ruby Lake offers an exceptional array of amenities: a lakefront clubhouse, dock and boat ramp, heated swimming pool and spa, ballroom, billiards, meeting rooms, library, computer room, craft room, dog park, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball, bocce, shuffleboard, fitness center, aerobics studio, and more. The monthly HOA fee covers exterior house painting, cable, internet, front-yard lawn service, and access to clubhouse amenities. . Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, LegoLand and major routes, this home offers an exceptional and carefree lifestyle.

Listing is courtesy of: CENTURY 21 MYERS REALTY LAKE WALES (863-676-4448)

Listing Agent: Eileen Belanger (863-221-0229)

Remarks: Welcome to this beautifully maintained residence located in the lakefront community of Traditions, one of Winter Haven’s premier 55+ gated communities known for its vibrant lifestyle and exceptional amenities. This thoughtfully designed 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home also includes a versatile office that can easily serve as a third bedroom, along with a spacious family room that provides additional living space for relaxing or entertaining. As you arrive, you’re welcomed by a covered and screened front entry. Inside, the open concept floor plan is enhanced by vaulted ceilings and a stylish blend of luxury vinyl flooring in the main living areas and ceramic tile in the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room, creating both elegance and easy maintenance. The eat in kitchen is bright and inviting, featuring a closet pantry, stainless steel appliances that are just two years old and a comfortable dining space ideal for everyday meals. An interior laundry room is conveniently located just off the kitchen and provides direct access to the two car garage. Sliding glass doors from the living room lead to a screen enclosed patio, offering the perfect spot to unwind, entertain guests, or simply enjoy Florida’s beautiful year round weather. The primary suite serves as a relaxing retreat, highlighted by a tray ceiling, walk in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a double sink vanity and step-in shower. Recent updates provide added peace of mind, including a brand new HVAC system and water heater, installed in March 2026, a new roof (November 2023), updated kitchen appliances (2024), fresh interior paint, and refreshed landscaping (2026). Outside, the property is beautifully framed by mature landscaping, with an attached two car garage, brick paved driveway and walkway that enhance the home’s inviting curb appeal. Residents of Traditions enjoy a true resort style lifestyle, featuring a lakefront clubhouse with a library, fitness center, card room, and billiards, as well as a resort style pool, hot tub and sauna. Additional amenities include tennis and shuffleboard courts, a dog park, a boat ramp and a dock overlooking Ruby Lake, providing endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation. The $484 monthly HOA fee covers lawn care (including bush/tree trimming and mulch replacement), exterior painting, cable, and internet. Ideally located near shopping, dining, and medical facilities with Publix opening soon just down the street, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and an active community lifestyle.

Listing is courtesy of: RE/MAX HERITAGE PROFESSIONALS (863-256-2188)

Listing Agent: Patricia De Graaff, Llc (863-307-0061)

Remarks: Welcome to easy, low-maintenance living in the highly sought-after 55+ gated community of Traditions in Winter Haven! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,118 sq ft of comfortable living space with a 2-car garage and paved driveway. Major updates include a newer roof and AC system—both just 4 years old—providing peace of mind for years to come. Inside, you’ll find a functional and inviting layout featuring stone countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, along with tile flooring in all wet areas. The kitchen comes fully equipped with refrigerator, microwave, double oven with electric range, and dishwasher, while the washer and dryer are also included—making this home truly move-in ready. Enjoy Florida living year-round with both a screened-in front porch and a screened rear porch, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The privacy-fenced backyard provides a peaceful outdoor space rarely found in this community. Traditions offers an active lifestyle with resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, pool, tennis courts, dog park, and recreational facilities. Residents also enjoy access to community waterfront features such as a boat ramp, dock, fishing, and lake access. HOA fees include cable TV, internet, private road maintenance, recreational amenities, and professional management. Buyer approval is required. Conveniently located near the new Publix under construction, with quick access to Hwy 27 and Hwy 60, and just minutes from Winter Haven’s Chain of Lakes, shopping, dining, and LEGOLAND. Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy the Florida lifestyle in one of the area’s premier 55+ communities—schedule your private showing today!

Listing is courtesy of: EXP REALTY LLC (888-883-8509)

Listing Agent: Laura Lewenhaupt (863-330-3340)