Extraordinary 180-degree VIEWS OF SERENE LAKE AND PRESERVE. Nearly 3000 square feet of immaculate interior living space. This stunning single-story residence is located in a private 24/7 guard gated community of custom homes with no CDDs. A timeless design that seamlessly marries sophistication, security, and comfort to satisfy only the most discerning owner. This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home PLUS BONUS ROOM AND OFFICE abounds with exquisite features, masterful updates, and quality finishes everywhere you look. This is the life you’ve been waiting for. Your evenings will be well spent outdoors on your expansive, covered veranda that features ample dining and lounge space. Enviable private grounds of over 1/2 ACRE are expertly landscaped creating an atmosphere of complete privacy to enjoy your HEATED SALTWATER POOL without a neighboring home in sight. Inside, a voluminous ambiance awaits; an inspiring great room with dramatic 12 FOOT CEILINGS, engineered wide plank hardwood flooring, and an impressive steel and glass walled office. The GAS EQUIPPED kitchen is as beautiful as it is functional; the best of WOLF and SUBZERO appliances, seamless quartz work surfaces, a large walk-in pantry with additional refrigeration, and a massive center island that will excite any chef. Additional features of this brilliant residence include IMPACT WINDOWS & DOORS, complete HOME AUTOMATION, camera system, bespoke lighting fixtures, and a SPOTLESS EXTENDED 3 CAR GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP customizations. Voted "Best Community" in the Sarasota-Bradenton Parade of Homes for the past 6 years, "The Islands on the Manatee River" offers a community boat launch, on site boat storage for a nominal fee, a fitness center, and a River Lodge for residents' exclusive use. Golf and Country Club membership is optional. This spectacular opportunity offers its buyer the finest living experience only 3.5 miles from the notoriety, dining, and leisure of Lakewood Ranch.