Welcome to this light-filled 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with an...

Welcome to this light-filled 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with an office and private pool/spa in the highly desirable Eaton Park neighborhood of award-winning University Park Country Club. Thoughtfully designed with tall ceilings, ceiling fans, hardwood and tile flooring, and inviting architectural details throughout, this residence offers comfort, space, and great potential. Improvements include a NEW ROOF in 2021 and NEW GARAGE DOOR in 2024.

You're welcomed through double glass front doors into the spacious living room/dining room combination, highlighted by vaulted ceilings, wood flooring, and a fully retractable triple slider that opens seamlessly to the screened lanai.

The bright eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, tile flooring, a breakfast bar, desk area, and pantry, and flows easily into the inviting family room. Here you'll enjoy wood floors, built-in cabinetry, vaulted ceilings, and another fully retractable triple slider that fills the space with natural light. A well-appointed laundry room with sink, cabinetry, and LG washer/dryer connects to the 2-car garage, which includes a new garage door.

The split floorplan provides excellent privacy, with two guest bedrooms and two full guest baths on one side of the home. The spacious primary suite is situated on the opposite side and offers wood flooring, built-in cabinetry, and a fully retractable double slider to the lanai. The ensuite bath includes a walk-in closet, dual sinks, garden soaking tub, and walk-in shower.

A set of double glass doors leads to the dedicated office, perfect for work, reading, or hobbies.

Outdoor living takes center stage on the large screened lanai, complete with a pool, spa with waterfall, and a well-equipped outdoor kitchen with grill and sink--all overlooking a peaceful preserve for added privacy and serenity.

Offered at a price that allows room for personal updates, this home presents an excellent opportunity to create your dream retreat in one of Sarasota's most sought-after gated golf communities.

University Park Country Club is consistently ranked one of the top courses in Florida featuring 27 holes of championship golf; tennis and pickleball; fitness center, croquet - as well as an array of social and group activities. Just a 15-minute drive outside this peaceful enclave is downtown Sarasota, with shopping, arts & theatres, museums, dining and entertainment, top-ranked healthcare, beaches and SRQ International Airport. Two miles east of UPCC is the convenience of I-75, University Town Center with 300 nationally known and homegrown shops, restaurants, fitness studios, services and attractions and the Nate Benderson Park, home of world-class rowing events.

Enjoy the club amenities with the required minimum of a Social membership at UPCC, which is owned by the residents through a Recreation District.