Conveniently located in Cascades at Sarasota, the area's premier 55+ community, this customized Ventana floor plan offers an extended master suite and an extended covered lanai; and at 2,309 square feet provides plenty of space to spread out. The exterior was repainted in 2019 and features a tile roof, complete gutter system, easy-to-use accordion storm shutters, brick paver driveway/walkway/porch, and lush professional landscaping with uplighting. In addition, a protective ultraviolet film was applied to all windows and sliding glass doors to keep the sun's harmful rays out and maximize energy efficiency. Through the grand double-door entry is the formal side of the home, highlighted by the living room that has the first of 2 sets of sliding glass doors that lead out to the lanai, the spacious dining area with tray ceiling, 3 transom windows that let in lots of natural light, and upgraded porcelain tile laid on the diagonal. The upgraded kitchen features granite countertops and a granite tile backsplash, 42” upper cabinetry with crown molding, a newer (2020) LG stainless-steel french-door bottom-freezer refrigerator, a brand-new LG stainless-steel dishwasher with hidden controls and stainless-steel tub, a granite composite sink, and a two-tier breakfast bar. Beyond the kitchen and on the casual side of the home is the family room, and the breakfast area that has the second set of sliding glass doors that lead out to the lanai. The customized and extended master suite boasts a master bedroom with tray ceiling, gleaming engineered wood floors, 3 closets (2 walk-in closets and 1 reach-in closet perfect for shoes, bags, etc.); an expansive private office with built-in desk and cabinetry with crown molding; and a spa-like master bathroom equipped with a gigantic Roman shower with corner bench, garden tub, dual vanities, and a linen closet. The guest wing is complete with 2 large bedrooms and a bathroom that contains a large walk-in shower and linen closet. Bedroom 3 has a custom California Closets wardrobe/shelving unit and is currently being utilized as a second office. Adjacent to the guest wing is the large pantry, the laundry room with Maytag front-load washer/dryer/storage pedestals (included in sale) and upper cabinetry, and the two-car garage that houses the brand-new water heater, newer (2017) Trane A/C, central vacuum system, utility sink, and overhead storage shelving. And out back is the extended covered lanai with vaulted ceiling, the perfect place to enjoy peaceful preserve and pond views without a care in the world. Cascades is a centrally-located, gated community with no CDD and low fees of only $1,220 a quarter that include Spectrum cable/internet and lawn/landscape/irrigation care; and features a resort-style heated pool and spa, newly renovated clubhouse and fitness center with saunas, 6 tennis courts, 2 pickleball courts, 3 bocce courts, on-site property management, and much more. A true active adult community, Cascades offers countless activities and clubs; and is minutes from downtown Sarasota, St. Armand's Circle, Siesta Beach, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, The Mall at University Town Center, top-rated golf courses and country clubs, and much more. Welcome to paradise!