Southern elegance surrounds you in this gracious traditional 2-story home situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot. The property boasts grand oak trees and lush tropical foliage, creating a serene and visually appealing outdoor environment. The light-filled great room features soaring ceilings, French doors, and a wood-burning fireplace, offering a warm and inviting space for relaxation and entertaining. The spacious covered lanai overlooks the private, heated in-ground pool and spa with an automatic pool sweep, providing the perfect setting for al fresco dining and leisure. The cook's kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a huge granite breakfast bar for casual meals and entertaining, a kitchen center island, and a built-in desk area, catering to the needs of the modern household. The formal dining room, with its charming bay window overlooking the front gardens, provides the perfect setting for more formal occasions. The primary bedroom, located on the first floor, is a spacious retreat with an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a bathroom are situated on the second floor, accessed by an overlook walkway with great views both inside and out. Throughout the home, rich hardwood and oversized porcelain tile floors contribute to the elegant, timeless aesthetic. The property also features an EV home-charging station, hurricane-rated windows, Kevlar Astro-Flex hurricane panels, a new AC system and air ducts (2020), a new pool heater (2023), and a new water heater (2023), ensuring the home is equipped with modern amenities and energy-efficient features. Situated in a private community of only 45 homes, this residence is conveniently located just 5 minutes from the UTC Mall area and 15 minutes from downtown Sarasota and the beaches, allowing for easy access to a variety of shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities.