Located in a picturesque neighborhood in the gated community of Lakewood Ranch Country Club, this beautifully upgraded home boasts abundant privacy and spectacular views of the golf course, lake and mature trees. You'll enjoy a relaxed, maintenance-free lifestyle in this 1,861-square-foot home, which features a foyer with 12-foot ceiling and a wide-open floorplan combining the great room and kitchen. The home's architectural details include a single-step coffered ceiling in the great room, where a wall of disappearing sliders open to a covered and screened lanai with a pool – perfect for relaxing while delighting in the scenic surroundings. The eat-in gourmet kitchen features staggered cabinets, island with undermount stainless sink, butler's pantry, stainless steel appliances, granite counters and under-cabinet lighting. In the master suite, you'll find a walk-in closet and exquisite bath with dual sinks and a large walk-in shower. In addition to the two-bedroom floor plan, there is also a den/office with double glass doors. The residence's prime location allows you to enjoy miles of walking and biking paths, nearby restaurants and shops within Lakewood Ranch, and close proximity to I-75 and the UTC mall, with downtown Sarasota and beaches just minutes away.