Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle! The community pool and gym located across the street! Welcome to University Park Country Club! This must-see LAKEVIEW HOME offers stunning water views and a fabulous, well-designed floor plan. From the moment you enter, you'll be impressed by the open-concept living area seamlessly connected to the formal dining space, perfectly sized to accommodate a table for eight-ideal for entertaining friends and family.The kitchen and casual dinette open to the living room and overlook the lanai, creating a bright and inviting space with beautiful lake views. The home features three bedrooms, one of which can easily be used as a home office or den. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and a well-appointed bathroom with a walk-in shower, soaking tub, and double vanity with generous counter space.Thoughtfully designed and ideally positioned, this home offers both comfort and functionality. Oversized garage comfortably accommodates two cars and a golf cart.Recent updates include a NEW ROOF (2024), air-conditioning system, and more-providing peace of mind and exceptional value in this sought-after community. Location: University Park Country Club. With its mature landscape and sprawling natural beauty, University Park is the premier master-planned community in the Sarasota area. Behind the secured, staffed entrance is an award-winning, resident-owned community featuring 27 holes of four-star rated golf, eleven lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, four pickleball courts, a fitness center, croquet, miles of tree-lined streets for walking or biking, and first-class dining. The community also offers numerous social activities and clubs designed to fit a variety of interests. Located just four miles from downtown Sarasota and its vibrant arts scene, museums, shopping, dining, and first-class healthcare, University Park provides an oasis from the city while keeping all its amenities within easy reach. A short 15-minute drive leads to some of America's finest beaches, superb outdoor recreation areas-including the internationally renowned Nathan Benderson Park-the famed Ringling Museum, various boating options, and the acclaimed St. Armands Circle. University Park's breathtaking beauty is unmatched by any other, offering a rare opportunity to own a home in one of Sarasota's most coveted communities.