MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED, HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY AUGUST 13th, 2024. Rarely available in University Place! Architectural detail and high ceilings set the scene for this well-appointed, beautifully furnished home situated on a private lot of almost half an acre. The open great room and custom chef’s kitchen are stunning with views of the heated, saltwater pool and lush, green private backyard. The designer chimney range hood over the extended gas range with double ovens is paramount, along with the glass fronted cabinets, kitchen island with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The upgraded glass cabinets with lighting continue into the home desk area nearby. The primary suite is perfect with pocket sliding doors to the lanai and pool, two walk-in fitted closets, split vanities with quartz countertops, a garden tub, shower with glass door and new lighting. The Southport floor plan is a split plan with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on the other side of the house to ensure privacy. The spacious den/office has charming French doors, built-in cabinets with lighting and direct access to the pool area. Its location, adjacent to the pool bath with glass enclosed shower, also makes it a perfect 4th bedroom for guests when needed. The organized laundry room has a quartz countertop, a sink and cabinets and the extended two-car side-entry garage complete this home. You will love the covered lanai, accessed by sliding doors from the great room that opens to an oversized pool deck with lots of space to enjoy the saltwater pool and spa. This large pie-shaped lot provides a huge private backyard for the best outdoor living. The details and finishes inside this home are remarkable with high vaulted and tray ceilings, aquarium glass, columns, plantation shutters, custom built-ins, lighting and much more. Recent improvements include a new roof 2024, new flooring, painting, lighting, completely updated kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room with quartz countertops, new A/C in 2020, whole house generator, landscape lighting, pool and lanai pavers, pool cage renovated and rescreened in 2023, gutters and more. University Place is a superior gated community that features two community centers with heated resort-style pools and spa, and a fitness center. You will find nature trails, a playground and stocked lakes for fishing. Just outside the neighborhood is the University Place Community Park with lighted tennis courts, a pavilion, picnic tables, playground and playing field. Located close to the heart of UTC - University Town Center with its many shops, restaurants, and events. There is easy access to I-75, Sarasota/Bradenton SRQ airport, Downtown Sarasota and the area’s award-winning beaches like Siesta Key Beach.