Welcome to this beautifully maintained and tastefully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with an office, located in the award-winning University Park Country Club. From the moment you arrive, the tropical landscaping, pavered walkway, and sleek glass-paneled double doors with transom window set the stage for the inviting atmosphere inside. The open-concept living and dining room is filled with natural light and features soaring ceilings, modern lighting, designer ceiling fans, and diagonal tile flooring that flows seamlessly throughout much of the home. The spacious eat-in kitchen is a chef’s delight, offering a center island with gas cooktop, granite countertops, tiled backsplash, built-in oven and microwave, pantry closet, recessed lighting, and abundant cabinetry. A breakfast bar, charming window seat, and desk area add function and character. The adjacent laundry room includes a washer and dryer, sink, storage closet and access to the two-car garage. The living area is anchored by an electric fireplace framed with built-in nooks and elegant crown molding. Just off the living space, a private office/study offers flexibility as a den or formal dining room. Expansive fully-retractable sliding doors extend the living space outdoors to the lanai. The primary suite is a retreat with hardwood floors, tray ceiling, Bermuda shutters, retractable sliders to the lanai, and a stunningly renovated ensuite bath. Here you’ll find quartz countertops with dual sinks and a makeup vanity, a free-standing soaking tub, zero-entry walk-in shower, double frosted glass doors to a large closet, and sleek designer finishes. Two guest bedrooms with hardwood floors, shutters, and ceiling fans share an updated bath with granite countertops and a tub/shower combination with glass enclosure. Step outside to the expansive lanai, designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Featuring leather marble pavers, a grill area, sparkling pool, and infinity screened enclosure with serene lake views, it also includes a convenient pool half-bath. Peace of mind comes with a NEW ROOF (2023), HVAC (2018), and NEW POOL EQUIPMENT, pump, and heater. As part of the maintenance-free Virginia Water neighborhood, residents also enjoy a community pool and a carefree lifestyle. This home combines elegance, functionality, and resort-style living—all within the renowned University Park Country Club community. University Park Country Club is consistently ranked one of the top courses in Florida featuring 27 holes of championship golf; tennis and pickleball; fitness center, croquet – as well as an array of social and group activities. Just a short drive outside this peaceful enclave is downtown Sarasota, with shopping, arts & theatres, museums, dining and entertainment, top-ranked healthcare, beaches and SRQ International Airport.