Situated off a cul-de-sac on an incredibly private and serene lake setting, this custom residence in the gated Lakewood Ranch community of Country Club East showcases the addition of a detached CASITA with separate entrance, recently updated interior, a FENCED back yard, IMPACT WINDOWS and DOORS, and even boasts a GENERATOR. Built by John Cannon Homes in 2015, and updated in 2022, this one-story residence encompasses 3,592 square feet of generously open living including a private casita added in 2019, with its own private entrance, full kitchenette, king Murphy bed, living area, full bath, separate washer/dryer, walk-in closet, volume ceilings and stunning lake views. The expansive outdoor retreat boasts abundant open and under cover spaces, full summer kitchen, PebbleTec heated saltwater pool/spa, panoramic clearview screen, dog run, remote sun screens, speakers, landscape and lanai accent lighting, and a fenced backyard. Ten-foot disappearing impact glass walls seamlessly connect the resort-styled outdoor living space to a large great room with designer feature wall, soaring coffered and tray ceilings, crown molding, porcelain tile flooring and stunning views abound. Chefs will delight in the open kitchen with oversized counter height island, expansive dining area, soft-close dove tail cabinetry, high-performance appliances including Subzero and Wolf, and walk-in pantry. Relax and unwind in the spacious owner’s quarters offering a spectacular view overlooking the lake, direct lanai access, two separate closets, and a fully remodeled luxuriously appointed bath with double vanity, ample cabinetry, floor-to-ceiling tile, soaking tub, large refreshing shower, towel warmer, and even a morning coffee bar with under counter refrigerator. The main house has two additional guest suites each on separate wings, both with walk-in closets and connected to private full baths. The residence also offers an impressive office behind double-entry doors with built-in shelving and crown molding. Other notable highlights of this 4,995 total square foot residence includes a conveniently located powder room with direct access from lanai, stunning new designer double entry impact front door, laundry room with cabinetry, sink, and pet door access to the dog run, two tankless water heaters, 2024 and 2019 AC units, instant hot in the kitchen and casita, impact windows and doors, elevated landscaping with lighting, circular pavered driveway, and an oversized three car garage with overhead storage. Country Club East provides its residents with the privacy of gated-community living, three community pools, and fitness center, all within a renowned community infamous for its vibrant Lakewood Ranch lifestyle near dining, shopping, polo, golf, tennis, community events and still close to the UTC area, the beaches of Sarasota, and, of course, in an A-rated school district near Out-of-Door Academy and just a few miles from IMG. Residents also have the non-mandatory option to become members of the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club, which offers four championship golf courses, two clubhouses, tennis, pickelball, fitness center, heated pools, full social calendar and so much more.