8046 SANDSTAR WAY Sarasota, FL 34240

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to Lakehouse Cove at Waterside where you will find this barely lived in 2 year new home situated on a great setting offering both lake and wooded views all within a short walking distance to the amenity center. Enter through the glass front entry door to discover the Schooner model by Homes by Towne with many upgrades and desirable features including luxury vinyl flooring, tray ceilings, quartz countertops and other features. The extended paver screened lanai is the ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining or just watching the wildlife, including birds, waterfowl and opens from the spacious grand great room and kitchen creating an ideal space for entertaining family and friends. Stunning gourmet kitchen featuring a dramatic one level quartz countertop with breakfast bar, ample wood cabinetry with some pull-out drawers and overhead and under accent lighting, upgraded stainless steel appliances, pass-thru window to the lanai and is adjacent to the formal dining room which flows from the kitchen making your formal entertainment events effortless. The owner’s suite is designed for relaxation and comfort including a sitting area, plush carpeting and opens to the private bathroom with tiled walk-in shower, double vanities and large walk-in closet. The den/ flex room is a great setting for a home office set up or could be used as private reading room. Your overnight guests will feel pampered in the guest bedroom with bay window and close proximity to the second full bathroom for privacy and comfort. Other features not to be missed include large laundry room with washer and dryer, two car garage with storage area, covered front porch, ceiling fans and designer light fixtures, recessed lights, tankless water heater, natural gas oven, easy care luxury vinyl flooring, hurricane shutters, neutral decor, extensive landscaping on all sides, gutters, prime lot, no lender's required flood insurance and other features to enhance today’s living enjoyment. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to live in Lakehouse Cove at Waterside without having to go through the long building process or waiting for future release of lots. Lakewood Ranch Waterside encompasses seven lakes and 20-acres of shoreline, nature preserves and walking trails. Coming soon is the lakefront town center with a large variety of shopping and dining options including future home of Players Centre Theater plus water taxi from Lakehouse Cove boat house to the shops at Waterside. Life is easy at Lakehouse Cove where residents have access to a rich filled amenity site featuring a resort style pool, spa overlooking the lake, lounging cabanas, fire pit, private beach, play area, pickle ball courts, bocce ball, 24-hour fitness center. A luxurious Club House with fully equipped kitchen, board/meeting room, game room, outdoor verandahs with outdoor/indoor pass thru window. There's also a boat house with kayak rentals, two dog parks, 12,000 square feet event lawn and more. Please note that CDD amount is included in the total tax figure amount and property is NOT homesteaded.