Beautifully Appointed Pool Home with Private Preserve Views in Gated University Place! Enjoy Florida living at its finest in this spacious 4BR 3BA home offering 3,273 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space w/a dedicated office and an oversized second-floor bonus room. Situated on a picturesque homesite overlooking a tranquil pond and private preserve, this residence offers a wonderful blend of privacy, comfort and an exceptional lifestyle. The inviting interior features soaring ceilings, ab...Beautifully Appointed Pool Home with Private Preserve Views in Gated University Place! Enjoy Florida living at its finest in this spacious 4BR 3BA home offering 3,273 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space w/a dedicated office and an oversized second-floor bonus room. Situated on a picturesque homesite overlooking a tranquil pond and private preserve, this residence offers a wonderful blend of privacy, comfort and an exceptional lifestyle. The inviting interior features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a beautifully updated kitchen with light cabinetry, quartz countertops, a stunning new backsplash and updated appliances. A convenient butler's kitchen area provides a pass-through to the dining room, making entertaining effortless. Additional highlights include a three-car garage, a fenced backyard, and a screened lanai surrounding a heated swimming pool. The pool area has been enhanced with new paver decking, a brand-new pool heater, and a new filtration system-creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the peaceful water and preserve views.Significant improvements include a new roof in 2020, exterior repainting, and 2 new HVAC system 2026, along with new carpeting and updated kitchen appliances. With generous living spaces, versatile bonus areas, and inviting outdoor amenities, this home offers the ideal combination of functionality and Florida lifestyle.Located within the hidden jewel of the gated University Park community, residents enjoy an exceptional lifestyle with two community centers featuring resort-style swimming pools, a relaxing hot tub, a fitness center, scenic walking trails, and outdoor summer kitchens perfect for neighborhood gatherings.The location is equally impressive! Just minutes from premier shopping, dining, and entertainment at University Town Center, the area offers an outstanding selection of approximately 80 dining options and more than 300 stores and boutiques. Nearby conveniences include Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, Detwiler's Farm Market, Fresh Market, Publix, and Target. Enjoy easy access to downtown Sarasota and Bradenton, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, including Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, and Anna Maria Island. Approximately 8 miles to downtown Sarasota and 11 miles to Lido Key, this exceptional home delivers the perfect combination of location, lifestyle, and move-in-ready convenience. Discover all that University Park and the surrounding area have to provide!