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LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Experience Florida lifestyle with sunset views in this meticulously maintained, move-in-ready and sought-after Todd Johnston Weldon III residence. In the Twin Hills enclave of the prestigious gated Lakewood Ranch Country Club, featuring mature trees and twin cul-de-sacs. This two-story home offers four bedrooms, three and one-half baths, a large bonus room with balcony, private office, and an expansive outdoor living area featuring a heated pool and spa, outdoor kitchen and dedicated pool bath. Notable updates include a recently replaced roof in 2023, newer air conditioner, water heater and kitchen appliances. Enjoy resort-style amenities in Lakewood Ranch, recognized as the nations top-selling, multigenerational community for eight consecutive years. Lakewood Main Street and Waterside Place provide convenient dining, shopping and entertainment options. Optional membership at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club grants access to four championship golf courses, a golf academy, 23 tennis courts, 20 pickleball courts, a 24-hour fitness center, three clubhouses, two heated pools, an active social calendar and more. The community is distinguished by its excellent educational opportunities, boasting private and top-rated public schools, making it an exceptional choice for families prioritizing quality education and vibrant community living. The location is convenient to University Town Center, with world-class shopping, dining and entertainment.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Lakewood Ranch is one of the top selling master-planned communities in the nation and this lovely three-bedroom residence at Lake Vista takes advantage of all the amenities that make this a true live/work/play paradise. Comprised of 1,762 sq. ft. and including lake and wooded views and an open concept layout, entertain or relax at home with equal parts finesse. Return home from the Sunday Market with fresh produce and organic options for a delicious meal in the open kitchen, complete with granite surfaces, pantry, and plenty of counter space. Ceramic tile is easy to maintain while the bedrooms offer cozy carpeting for sleepy-eyed morning comfort under your toes. The master suite boasts tray ceilings, and opens to the screened lanai for fresh breezes, while the master bath offers dual sinks, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms offer peace and privacy for guests and loved ones or provide a welcome space for practicing yoga, reading, or his model train collection. The lanai is perfect for welcoming the start of each new day as you savor coffee and croissants and plan your activities. Lake Vista offers a gated entrance and resort-style community pool and fitness room. Nearby to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, youll relish shopping, dining, and a bevy of monthly festivals. Beautiful Gulf Coast beaches are just a short drive away.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Golfers Paradise! You are going to fall in love with this stunning maintenance-free floor plan! Private and serene setting with views of the preserve and lake from your enclosed lanai. In the morning enjoying your first cup of coffee or in the evening as you relax at the end of the day. This lovely home has been beautifully maintained by the original owners. Open floor plan with a spacious livingroom. The large kitchen boasts upgrade quartz counter tops and soft closing cabinets with lots of storage. Master suite overlooks the lake and preserves through custom plantation shutters. The Master bathroom offers a garden tub, walk in shower, dual sinks and huge walk-in closet with plenty of storage. Bedroom#2 is in a separate wing of the home close to the the guest bathroom. The den/office can easily be transformed into a 3rd bedroom; it has a closet area and double French doors. This home has an elegant entryway, plenty of natural lighting. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac where the community pool is close by and is ready for your enjoyment. Close to Downtown Lakewood Ranch, minutes to Downtown Sarasota,cultural events, close to the UTC mall, and a short drive to the beaches. Whatever your lifestyle, this exceptional home and community will not disappoint! This gated community offers so much with many walking trails. The Country Club membership is OPTIONAL with many levels/choices of membership.

BRADENTON FL Home for Sale

Stunning golf course and water views greet you and your guests in this beautifully updated and meticulously maintained move-in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bath maintenance-free home with no CDD fees in the heart of Lakewood Ranch. The oversized pavered screened lanai with retractable awning combined with the sun-filled open floor plan that features a cozy fireplace, high ceilings, and crown molding throughout is perfect for entertaining! The property has room to add a pool or you can relax in the communitys lovely private pool located within a 5-minute walk. The pool and all lawn care included in the maintenance fee. The large, open fully updated kitchen includes a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, double wine refrigerator, quartz countertops, and wood cabinets featuring soft-close/full-extension drawers. Retreat to the spacious Master Suite with adjacent sitting room that can be your private office or yoga studio. Walk-in closet with custom built-ins offers lots of storage. Relax in the jetted spa tub in the beautifully updated master bath with walk-in shower, dual sinks, granite counters, and wood cabinets. HVAC and all appliances have been recently replaced. Additional features include custom Hunter Douglas window treatments and Lexan hurricane shutters, including custom motorized hurricane shutter for the lanai. Located in the Southwood neighborhood of River Club golf community (membership optional). Convenient to world-class shopping, restaurants, Lakewood Ranch Main Street and beaches.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Stunning, serene lake and golf course views in this beautiful home built for the Florida lifestyle and entertaining. This spacious, light, bright, open and meticulously maintained maintenance-free home with southeast exposure is perfectly situated on an oversized lot on the 4th hole of the King Dunes golf course within the gates of the award-winning Lakewood Ranch Country Club community. Cooking and entertaining is a delight in the gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, wood cabinetry, breakfast bar and separate breakfast area as well as a dry bar with a wine refrigerator. Additional features include coffered volume ceilings with crown molding throughout and a recently painted interior. Soak in the beautiful lake and golf course views from your spacious master suite with sitting area, walk-in closets, garden tub, roman shower and dual vanities. Enjoy spectacular sunsets and relaxing views from your lanai with a heated pool and spa which flows seamlessly from the indoor living. Plenty of room for your cars and your golf cart in the oversized 2-car garage. The Lakewood Ranch Country Club community includes miles of walking and biking paths throughout, as well as championship golf, tennis and fitness facilities. All conveniently located to world-class shopping, restaurants, recreational venues, beaches and the arts and cultural areas of Sarasota.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Enjoy serene, picturesque lake and preserve views in this beautiful move-in ready, meticulously maintained, maintenance-free home built for the Florida lifestyle within the gates of the award-winning Lakewood Ranch Country Club community. This light, bright, and open great room plan features a kitchen with quartz countertops, white cabinetry and a separate breakfast area. Additional features include wood laminate and tile flooring, volume ceilings with crown molding, plantation shutters and a recently painted interior. Soak in the beautiful lake and preserve views from your spacious master suite featuring large walk-in closets, a garden tub, separate shower and dual vanities. The community heated pool and spa are just steps away. The Lakewood Ranch Country Club community includes miles of walking and biking paths throughout, as well as championship golf, tennis and fitness facilities. All conveniently located to world-class shopping, restaurants, recreational venues, beaches and the arts and cultural areas of Sarasota.

BRADENTON FL Home for Sale

Decorated with beautiful landscaping, this home is brimming with charm and elegance inside and out. The bright, open floorplan is graciously enhanced by chic and exquisite finishes in every room with clear vistas through two triple-sliders of the verdant green spaces beyond the extended paved screened lanai. Peace and calm wash over you with a neutral color palette throughout the residence as a spacious great room, dining room and kitchen share the main gathering area. The kitchen is a showcase of sophisticated features with a grand island with seating, exquisite pendant lighting, stainless appliances, cream colored wood cabinetry and shining quartz countertops. Whether cooking a feast on your natural gas range inside or firing up the grill at the custom built-in summer kitchen on the lanai for an alfresco experience, the family chef has plenty of areas to demonstrate their skills. Relax, meditate, entertain, or dine on the lanai featuring two lounging areas and a TV. French doors adjacent to the kitchen reveal a den/office ideal for working remotely. Providing perfect privacy, the master suite with tranquil en-suite bath including a walk-in shower and separate sink vanities is away from the generously sized guest room and guest bath. Located in the delightful Esplanade neighborhood within Lakewood Ranch and just across the street from a lake, this home is the answer to serene living. Ready for activities? The amenities at Esplande include a championship golf course, tennis, a heated lagoon-style pool and spa, resistance pool, outdoor barbeque space, fire pits, pickle ball and bocce. Another bonus? Golf membership is included in your fees. *Buyers to pay a $2,500 One-time Capital Contribution at closing to the HOA. Also, $500 annually must be spent for Food and Non-alcoholic beverages at the Community restaurants.*

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Seller has requested highest and best offers by 9:00 AM 3/14/21. No offers will be reviewed prior. Enjoy tranquil, preserve views and a view of the golf course from the lanai and the master suite in this beautiful move-in ready, maintenance-free home built for the Florida lifestyle within the gates of the award-winning Lakewood Ranch Country Club community. This light, bright, and open great room plan features a kitchen with white cabinetry, tile backsplash, breakfast bar and a separate breakfast area. Enjoy outdoor dining in the courtyard that opens to the dining room and breakfast room. Both bathrooms have been beautifully updated. The gorgeous master bath features a large walk-in shower, dual sinks with a granite countertop and a large walk-in closet, the guest bath features a granite countertop and vessel sink. Additional features include engineered wood in the study and tile flooring in the great room, kitchen and bathrooms, volume ceilings with crown molding in the kitchen and dining room, plantation shutters in the great room. Relax on the large extended lanai while soaking in the tranquil preserve and golf course view. The community heated pool and spa are just steps away. The Lakewood Ranch Country Club community includes miles of walking and biking paths throughout, as well as championship golf, tennis and fitness facilities. All conveniently located to world-class shopping, restaurants, recreational venues, beaches and the arts and cultural areas of Sarasota.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Welcome to this immaculate, well-maintained, fifth-fairway golf course pool home in Country Club East. Upon entering, this great room floor plan features a neutral color palette throughout with crown molding, tile flooring and plantation shutters. Easy entertainment living with both formal and separate dining areas, indoor/outdoor experience with pocket sliders onto a large lanai. A saltwater heated pool with a waterfall and golf course view enhances the outdoor lifestyle. The spacious kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, wood cabinets, a breakfast bar and a dining area. An owners suite includes new carpet, plantation shutters, two walk-in closets, a luxurious master bath with dual sinks and a large separate shower. Two carpeted guest bedrooms, separate den with hardwood floors, guest bath and powder room complete the floor plan. Country Club East provides residents with the privacy of a 24-hour guard gated community. Community amenities include access to The Retreat, showcasing a resort-style pool, clubhouse, game room, fitness center and resident activities. Come and enjoy this beautiful country club lifestyle.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Live the Florida lifestyle in this beautiful and immaculately maintained, move-in ready maintenance-free home in Belleisle within the gates of the award-winning Lakewood Ranch Country Club East community. This light, bright, three-bedroom, two-bath plus den, open great room plan has recently been painted inside and out, featuring tile and hardwood floors, a beautiful eat-in chef's kitchen with wood cabinetry, granite countertops tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, butler's pantry with wine cooler, great room with tray ceiling and crown molding and plantation shutters throughout. The master suite features a walk-in shower, garden tub and large walk-in closet with built-ins. Relax by the heated saltwater pool with a waterfall on the paver lanai boasting a motorized sunshade on a large private home site. Belleisle community amenities include a recreation center, pool/spa and outdoor kitchen, a private Resident's Club with a large resort-style pool, club room, fitness room and sand volleyball court. The Lakewood Ranch Country Club includes miles of walking and biking paths throughout, along with championship golf, tennis and fitness facilities. All conveniently located to world-class shopping, restaurants, recreational venues, beaches and the arts and cultural areas of Sarasota.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL for Rent

Available May 1st. Rarely available rental with such fine styling in the gorgeous Lakewood Ranch Country Club community of Lakewood Ranch. This 2 bedroom 2 bath plus den "like new" home is move-in ready with all appliances including washer and dryer.--even a central vac system. Rent while your home is being built or for relocating to the area to get acquainted with all that Lakewood Ranch has to offer. This home has the perfect open floor plan. Home interior features include a dine-in kitchen breakfast, glazed cabinets with granite surfaces, and neutral colors on walls and flooring. Upgraded tile and engineered hardwood flooring is extended throughout the family/dining area, kitchen and foyer as well as the utility room. The spacious master bedroom has a walk-in closet and is tucked away from the other bedroom. Owner pays association fee, tenant pays all utilities. First, last and one month security due at lease signing. Rent includes lawn care and community amenities. Close proximity to top rated elementary, middle, and high schools. Convenient access to I75 to head north or south. Come take a peek at this unique community to call home. Schedule your showing today!

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

Live the Florida lifestyle in this beautiful, move in-ready, maintenance-free home located on a cul-de-sac with a picturesque preserve setting within the gates of the award-winning Lakewood Ranch Country Club. This light, bright and open great room plan features a beautiful eat-in chef's kitchen with wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, butlers pantry and great room with tray ceiling and crown molding. The master suite features a walk-in shower, dual sinks and a walk-in closet. Relax by the heated pool with waterfall and paver lanai on a large, private homesite. The Lakewood Ranch Country Club community includes miles of walking and biking paths throughout, as well as championship golf, tennis and fitness facilities. All are conveniently located to world-class shopping, restaurants, recreational venues, beaches and the arts and cultural areas of Sarasota. Furniture is available under a separate contract.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

SARASOTA FL Home for Sale

Who says you cant have it all for under $500,000? This charming, maintenance-free, two-bedroom, two-bath, two-car garage villa lives like a home, has been beautifully updated and is move-in ready. Located in the prestigious golf/country club community of The Meadows, this home is located within walking/biking distance to Benderson Park and The Mall at University Town Center and is just steps away from the recently updated heated community pool. Featuring an open floor plan, updated water heater, updated stainless steel appliances and tastefully chosen cabinetry, countertops and flooring. Entertaining is a joy in your light and bright kitchen boasting ample cabinetry and counterspace, opening seamlessly to the great room and den. The master suite offers seclusion after a day on the golf or tennis course and features spacious walk-in closet, separate water closet and dual sinks. A well-sized guest bedroom is located conveniently to the second bath. Relax on your lanai while enjoying your morning coffee or an evening cocktail while enjoying expansive golf and lake views. The spacious two-car garage is sized to fit two SUVs as well as your beach toys, and tennis and golf equipment. Nearby, the optional Meadows Country Club offers golf, a top tennis complex, a Jr. Olympic swimming pool, soon to open state-of-the-art fitness center, pro shops and dining venues. With a five-star location, The Meadows, on 1,650 park-like acres with 14 miles of trails and 80 lakes, is the closest country club community to downtown Sarasota and convenient to cultural activities, beaches, restaurants, entertainment and shopping.

LAKEWOOD RANCH FL Home for Sale

This impeccable three-bedroom, two-bath with den has a phenomenal water view and is located in the preserve section of The Country Club at Lakewood Ranch. Enter through the spacious foyer to the expansive open floor plan featuring a secluded den, dining room, great room and chefs kitchen, includes a center island with storage, stainless appliances, quartz countertops, bar top seating and breakfast nook, making for the perfect spot to entertain friends and family. The primary bedroom suite offers a tranquil space to relax and unwind including a primary bath with dual vanities, walk-in shower and oversized closet. Step out through the large slider onto the extended lanai which features a saltwater pool and heated spa, outdoor kitchen with a spectacular water and preserve view, where you can sit and observe nature at its best. Additional features include two guest suites, designer lighting, window treatment, crown molding, tile, Pergo wood flooring in the den and decorative alcoves throughout, and extended two-car garage. With all the details one could want, truly Florida living at its best.

BRADENTON FL Home for Sale

Discover the epitome of luxury living in this spectacular lakefront home nestled within the prestigious gated community of Country Club East. Once the former model home, this residence boasts a spacious design adorned with a plethora of high-end upgrades and architectural details, showcasing a commitment to quality where no expense was spared on additional customizations. Upon entering through the double dark bronze iron doors, you will be greeted by the expansive great room, a focal point with a feature wall and soaring ceilings adorned with white beams. The open floor plan flows effortlessly with gathering areas central to the home and easy access to outdoor living areas. Guests are assured privacy via the split floor plan, each bedroom featuring en-suite bathrooms for unparalleled convenience. Hardwood floors grace all bedrooms, adding warmth and elegance. A sophisticated office with 15-foot tray ceilings adds an element of grandeur, perfect for working from home. A bonus room at the rear of the residence with an en-suite pool bathroom, custom dry bar and wood panel ceilings, provides versatile space for relaxation or entertainment. The kitchen is a chef's dream with a huge island, abundant storage, gas cooktop, high-end KitchenAid appliances, and an enormous walk-in pantry. The primary bedroom impresses with 13-foot ceilings, custom-built walk-in closets, and a view through double French doors that overlooks the pool and serene lake, bathed in tons of natural light. The primary bathroom exudes opulence with its dual vanities, inviting soaking tub, and spacious walk-in shower, all accented by pristine white tiles and bathed in the soft glow of luxurious light fixtures. The expansive covered outdoor space seamlessly connects with the interior through two sets of sliding glass doors that completely pocket into the walls, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience. Your lakefront lanai features a custom-built outdoor kitchen with an island, grill, beverage cooler, all complemented by a heated saltwater pool and spa featuring app-controlled temperature, lights, and water features. This home is designed for safety and resilience, featuring hurricane-rated impact glass throughout, and a 22,000-watt natural gas-powered whole-home Generac generator. The spacious 3-car garage is air-conditioned and offers ample storage for all your toys and golf cart. The property is surrounded by new landscaping with custom landscape lighting and an upgraded irrigation system, enhancing the beauty of this already breathtaking home. Indulge in the finest lakefront living, where every detail has been carefully crafted for the discerning homeowner. Country Club East residents enjoy exclusive access to The Retreat, a neighborhood amenity center boasting a resort-style pool, fitness center, and billiards room. Additionally, The Residents Club offers another pool, spa, and a volleyball court for residents to indulge in leisure and recreation. For those seeking even more recreational options, just a few streets away lies the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club, featuring 54 holes of golf, 20 Har-Tru tennis courts, multiple pools, and The Lodge bar/restaurant. Residents have the option to avail themselves of these facilities through various membership packages. Discover this gem in Lakewood Ranch, Americas top best-selling, master-planned multigenerational community. Call today to schedule your showing!