Description

Virtually Staged. Why wait to build when you can move right into this 2024 residence in the gated community of Windward at Lakewood Ranch! Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den/office with double doors, 1,862 square feet of living space and 2,579 total square feet, Neal Communities' thoughtfully designed Dream 2 floor plan blends coastal charm and modern luxury with a low-maintenance, lock-and-leave lifestyle. Maintenance-free landscaping with irrigation is included in the monthly fees, and numerous post-closing upgrades have already been completed. The light-filled interior features high ceilings, 8-foot interior doors, an open great room with a tray ceiling, tile flooring throughout the main living areas and brand-new carpet in the bedrooms. The designer kitchen is ideal for entertaining with quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, gold hardware, stainless steel appliances, a natural gas range, walk-in pantry and an oversized island overlooking the living and dining areas. Additional upgrades include a tile roof, hurricane-impact windows and doors, custom lighting, window treatments, ceiling fans throughout, an epoxy-coated garage floor, custom built-in shelving in the guest bedroom and a Guardian pre-wired security system. The spacious primary suite offers a large walk-in closet, dual vanities and a walk-in shower, while the screened paver lanai provides the perfect place to relax year-round. Windward residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, 2 pools, spa, tennis and pickleball courts, dog parks, playground and an active social calendar. Ideally located just minutes from Waterside Place for waterfront dining, boutique shopping, live entertainment, the weekly farmers market and year-round events, with University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and the Gulf Coast's award-winning beaches all within easy reach.