Welcome home to Cascades, one of Sarasota's premier 55+ gated maintenance-free communities. As you step into this wonderfully pristine 2 bedroom, 2 bath, PLUS den home, you are immediately greeted with a spacious open floor plan brimming with natural light. The living and dining areas boast sweeping vaulted ceilings, tile flooring for easy maintenance, and beautiful decorative moldings that give the space an added touch of elegance and character. The light, bright kitchen features beautiful cabinetry, granite countertops, and a pantry for storage. PLUS, just off the kitchen you'll find a nook with built-in desk, perfect for an office or additional sitting area. Step outside to your roomy screened-in lanai with an additional brick paver patio overlooking your stunning lake view. At the end of the day, retreat to your peaceful and serene primary suite with adjoining bath that boasts dual vanities, a garden tub, and shower. Rounding out the grand tour, you'll find a laundry room with upper cabinetry and a laundry sink for your convenience along with an expansive 2 car garage for your cars or extra storage. The Cascades community offers a host of fantastic resort style amenities, including both an outdoor and indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, sauna, pickleball, 6 lighted tennis courts, and 3 bocce ball courts. The amazing clubhouse offers a banquet room for entertaining family and friends, billiards room, game/card rooms, and so much more. Located off University Parkway and minutes to I75, the Sarasota airport, the UTC mall, Nathan Benderson Park and a short drive to our gorgeous Sarasota beaches and downtown Sarasota. Your HOA fee includes lawn maintenance, internet and cable with no CDD fee. This truly beautiful home could be the one! Schedule your private showing today!