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Welcome to this beautifully appointed home in the highly sought-after Cascades at Sarasota, a premier gated 55+ community offering resort-style amenities and true maintenance-free living. From the moment you arrive, the home’s charm is evident with its hurricane-rated glass entry door framed by elegant side and arched transom windows. Accordion shutters on all windows and sliders provide peace of mind with a design that is quick, convenient, and effortless to use. An extended screened lanai, completed in 2022 creates a wonderful outdoor retreat for entertaining or simply relaxing while enjoying the tranquil lake view with shaded Northern exposure. Inside, the home showcases a harmonious blend of style and comfort. Living areas feature vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and neutral tile flooring that flows seamlessly throughout. This home features Hunter Douglas pull-down shades on the sliding doors, and windows and sweeping views of the lake. The dining area also overlooks the water and offers direct access to the lanai, while the kitchen is a delight with solid wood cabinetry topped with crown molding, granite countertops, pull-out drawers, and a Kohler sink, complemented by quality stainless appliances. The serene primary suite is highlighted by a bay window with a picturesque lake view, two walk-in closets with custom built-ins, and a luxurious bath with dual sinks, a makeup vanity, soaking tub, and a walk-in shower with bench seating. Additional highlights include wood-look tile in the bedrooms, a well-appointed guest suite with plantation shutters, a functional laundry room with cabinets, and a two-car garage with utility sink. Comfort is assured with a Lennox AC system installed in 2024 that includes a transferable 10-year warranty and a smart thermostat for modern efficiency. Life in Cascades at Sarasota is vibrant and fulfilling, with a 25,000 square foot clubhouse offering an indoor and outdoor heated pool with hot tub, a state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga and aerobics studio, six Har-Tru tennis courts with an on-site pro, bocce ball, arts and crafts, billiards, a library, and a full calendar of activities coordinated by a dedicated lifestyle director. The HOA fee covers internet, cable, landscaping, irrigation, alarm monitoring, and pest control, allowing you to simply enjoy the community’s resort-like amenities and social opportunities. Ideally located near the UTC Mall, restaurants, Sarasota–Bradenton Airport, and just a short distance to downtown Sarasota and the area’s award-winning beaches, this home is the perfect balance of elegance, convenience, and active living.