Description

An extraordinary residence in the sought-after, gated community of University Park Country Club, celebrated for its lush landscapes, championship golf and timeless architectural elegance. This impeccably designed home blends glamorous style with modern comfort, offering a high level of quality and craftsmanship. From the moment you arrive, the property makes a striking impression with its new roof (2025) and manicured garden. As you go through the double leaded glass front door with Baldwin brass handles, you immediately feel the quiet luxury that defines this home. The interiors have been transformed with 24-inch diagonally laid porcelain tile and high-profile crown molding, creating a seamless sense of flow while each bedroom has engineered wood or bamboo floors. High ceilings, generous natural light and an open floor plan elevate every space. The heart of the home is an exquisitely designed chef's kitchen, thoughtfully planned for style and functionality. Custom cabinetry, premium hardware, sleek granite countertops and backsplashes pair beautifully with professional-grade appliances, offering an inspiring setting for everyday meals and elevated entertaining. A spacious island anchors the room, providing the ideal place for friends and family. Nearby, the adjoining gathering room with its travertine wall, lighted niches and a gas fireplace with gleaming crystal stones, creates an effortless indoor-outdoor connection, enhanced by 10-foot sliders that open to the expansive, 65-foot-long lanai. The primary suite is a sanctuary unto itself, with a tray ceiling, relaxing pool and lake views, and private access to outdoor living space. The spa-inspired primary bath features a walk-in shower, towel warmer, soaking tub, dual vanities, seated vanity, elegant quartz countertops and spa surround, custom cabinetry with dual towers, a chandelier and artistic tile work for a refined look that infuses a sense of resort-level luxury. The guest suites ensure comfort and privacy for visitors, while the guest baths mirror the same elevated finishes found throughout the home. Outdoor living is a hallmark of life in University Park, and this property embraces it beautifully. The covered lanai provides two inviting sitting areas for lounging, dining, or enjoying the unique rock garden and fountain and the resort-style pool and spa surrounded by travertine and with a StoneScape finish featuring three LED multi-color light fixtures, deck jets and spa waterfall. Enjoy the outdoor grill and additional side burner with a high-velocity exhaust fan. Numerous smart home features such as keyless entry, Kasa remote control interior lighting and exterior landscape lighting, Pentair remote control pool and spa heater, lighting, jets and garden fountain, HVAC Honeywell remote control for both thermostats and a gas tankless water heater. Every detail has been intentionally selected to deliver convenience, long-term peace of mind and timeless appeal. Minutes from world-class golf, tennis and fitness amenities, as well as fine dining, shopping and cultural offerings of downtown Sarasota, this masterpiece blends luxury living with unbeatable convenience. Move-in ready and finished to the highest standards, this home offers an exceptional opportunity to own a refined, contemporary retreat in one of the region's most desirable communities.