Welcome to this inviting 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a den and a spacious 3 car garage, beautifully set on a private preserve lot with a BRAND NEW ROOF. The HVAC was replaced 4 years ago. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring soft close cabinetry, granite countertops, LG stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar that opens to the dining room. Inside, an open floor plan is accented by thoughtful details such as a shiplap feature wall, two sliding barn doors, and two floor outlets in the living room for flexible furniture placement. The homes interior has been freshly repainted, while the updated laundry room and new vanity lighting in the bathrooms add a modern touch. The spacious primary bath includes dual sinks with split vanities and a step in shower, creating a comfortable retreat. Step outside to enjoy Florida living at its best. The exterior was painted in 2021 and enhanced with a screened lanai and an extended brick paver terrace overlooking the tranquil preserve. Practical upgrades add peace of mind, including a brand new roof, motion activated lighting on each corner of the home, and a Ring doorbell for modern convenience. Your HOA COVERS Gates, Community Manager, Common Grounds Maintenance Trimming & Irrigation, Park & Pavilion, 2 Dog Parks, Playground & Splash Pad, Tennis Courts that can sub as Pickleball Courts, and Sports Fields. ***LOCATION: Centrally located. Just outside the gates are A+ schools, Gullett Elementary, Lakewood Ranch High School, and Mona Jain Middle School, LECOM, & Manatee Tech East Campus. Minutes to shopping, restaurants, gyms, salons, bars, etc. Minutes to downtown, Sarasota International Airport, the top rated beaches in the country, UTC Shopping.