This better-than-new, 2-bedroom plus den/office, 2.5-bath...

This better-than-new, 2-bedroom plus den/office, 2.5-bath residence offers refined Florida living within the prestigious Sarasota National resort community. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds and a natural preserve, the home welcomes you through a spacious, elegant foyer that opens into a generous great room with a large tray ceiling and crown molding throughout. Neutral porcelain tile flows seamlessly throughout the home, creating a timeless, cohesive backdrop. The great room serves as the heart of the home, offering abundant space for hosting family gatherings or entertaining with ease. Its open connection to the dining area and updated kitchen fosters effortless flow during celebrations, holidays, or casual gatherings. The kitchen is both elegant and functional, featuring beautiful white cabinetry stacked to the ceiling, a custom walk-in pantry, premium appliances, a large center island, and a newer, stylish granite countertop. Plantation shutters throughout enhance the architectural appeal while still providing privacy and control of natural light. Retreat to the spacious primary suite, complete with a custom-designed feature wall that adds architectural richness, along with custom California closets. The fully remodeled, spa-inspired primary bathroom boasts a large walk-in shower with designer tile and abundant built-in storage. A guest bedroom with its own full bath provides comfort and privacy, while a convenient half bath serves the main living areas. Outdoor living is exceptional on the expansive lanai, featuring a custom outdoor kitchen with marine-grade cabinetry, a cypress ceiling, and a travertine pool deck. The custom pool is surrounded by a clear-view screen that frames scenic views of the lake and preserve. This home is built with both efficiency and resilience in mind, including solar panels (to keep electric bills low), a new AC unit, a newer hot water heater, hurricane-impact windows, a hurricane roll-down front door, and a storm-rated, insulated garage door with storage cabinets. Sarasota National spans approximately 2,400 acres, with more than 1,300 acres dedicated to preservation, conservation, and open space, and an 18-hole Audubon International Certified Signature golf course set amid wetlands and natural habitats that bring everyday wildlife and scenic views to life. Residents enjoy a full suite of amenities -- including a 32,000-square-foot clubhouse with dining, fitness, and spa facilities; a resort-style pool with lap lanes and beach entry; pickleball, tennis, bocce ball, playgrounds, and a dog park. Just minutes from home are fabulous beaches & historic downtown Venice. Nearby downtown Wellen Park is a dynamic hub of restaurants, boutiques, outdoor gathering spaces, and scenic 80-acre Grand Lake, where weekly live music performances, farmers' markets, art festivals, and community celebrations bring neighbors together throughout the year. Baseball enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to CoolToday Park, spring training home of the Atlanta Braves, where games, concerts, festivals, and family-friendly community events energize the season.