Enjoy year round indoor/outdoor living in this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located on a quiet cul de sac near The Meadows. Designed for comfort and entertaining, the home features over 500 square feet of covered lanai space, a large heated pool with desirable southern sun exposure, and three rooms that open directly to the lanai through double sliding glass doors. The expansive layout includes an open concept family room with soaring 10 foot vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a striking 16 foot stone wall with a wood burning fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and lanai. Enjoy family time in the large front yard under the shade of a sprawling oak tree. The updated kitchen features painted cabinetry, extended storage with additional cabinets and a larger peninsula, quartz countertops, a stylish backsplash, and a large single basin sink with modern hardware. The spacious primary suite offers two walk in closets and a recently updated bathroom with a frameless glass shower door (not pictured). There are four walk in closets total throughout the home, and the guest bathroom offers direct access to the pool for added convenience. This home also includes an extra large two car garage measuring 29 feet by 22.5 feetperfect for full size vehicles or trucks, with ample storage on both sides. Recent updates include a new roof in 2023, luxury hardwood flooring in all bedrooms, new sod and irrigation in 2023, new insulation in 2023, fresh exterior and lanai paint in 2024, updated lanai pavers and landscaping, full lanai re screening in 2021, and a new driveway completed in 2022. Additional features include all new light fixtures, added recessed lighting throughout, and a whole house Aquasana water filtration system installed in 2024. The home has sustained no storm damage. Centrally located just minutes from UTC, Nathan Benderson Park, Whole Foods, and The Meadows, and within a short drive to downtown Sarasota, the beaches, and a wide variety of grocery stores, restaurants, and shops. Available for long term lease. Pets considered with owner approval.