This pretty home offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and relaxation, with updates that make it a delight to experience. From the pavered driveway and walkway to the gorgeous resurfaced and re-tiled pool overlooking a lake-- you'll love every thoughtful detail this home offers.

Step inside and you'll feel instantly at home. The bright and spacious living area wraps around the pool and overlooks a breathtaking, oak-framed lake, setting the perfect scene for entertaining or simply unwinding. A roomy, air-conditioned Florida room connects the living areas to the oversize pool & patio, offering a sunlit space to read, work on hobbies, or simply relax.

The cheerful kitchen is designed for both function and charm, featuring gleaming new stainless steel appliances, a convenient work island, plenty of pantry space, and a window overlooking the pool and lush natural surroundings. Nearby, the laundry room with front-loading washer & dryer plus a handy utility sink makes chores a breeze.

The master suite is your private retreat, with plenty of space to recharge. A sliding glass door connects you to the Florida room and pool area, making morning coffee or an evening dip just steps away. The Jack-and-Jill bathroom features dual sinks, a linen closet, and a luxurious shower with both a handheld massaging shower head and a standard shower head for ultimate comfort.

The second bedroom, with its built-in shelves and bookcases, is perfect for a cozy den, home office, or collector's haven. Across the house, the third bedroom offers privacy for guests, with a walk-in closet offering plenty of storage.

Outdoor living is the true highlight here! Expansive sliding glass doors bring the outdoors in, leading to a solar-heated saltwater pool and a lanai with serene lake views. Enjoy dining al fresco, watching turtles sunbathe, or listening to the soothing sounds of birds in the trees--your own slice of paradise awaits!

Beyond your home, the Garden Lakes community offers resort-style amenities, including a heated pool, clubhouse with a full kitchen and dining area, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, a library, and an active social calendar. Enjoy added security with a gated entrance, beautifully landscaped streets lined with mature oaks, and scenic paved walking trails.

With reasonable community fees covering amenities, cable & internet, exterior maintenance (except the roof), irrigation, and professional management, you get worry-free living in a prime location. Just minutes from I-75, Sarasota, and University Town Center Mall, you're close to top-rated golf courses (including Peridia Golf & Country Club), shopping, dining, and everyday essentials like Publix, Aldi, Walmart, and Sam's Club.

This is more than a home--it's a lifestyle. Don't miss out-- schedule your showing today.