QUAIL RUN… Custom designed and beautifully maintained residence where comfort and character blend. Beautiful lot and a welcoming covered front entry and stone paver driveway set the tone, leading into a light-filled interior highlighted by a dramatic two-story living room with vaulted ceiling, exposed wood beams, and a striking floor-to-ceiling stone, wood-burning fireplace. The roof replaced in (2025), new garage door (2023), rebuilt chimney (2021), central vacuum system, excellent storage throughout, and a functional, custom-inspired layout. The formal dining room flows seamlessly with a charming bay window, window bench, and French doors leading to the covered and screened lanai. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry, pantry storage, and a delightful breakfast nook with sliding glass doors to the lanai-perfect for effortless indoor-outdoor living. A dedicated den with built-in shelving provides versatile space for a home office, library, TV room, playroom, or more. This home offers two primary bedroom options to suit a variety of lifestyles-one on the second floor, spacious with a walk-in closet, and one on the first floor, ideal for single-level living or hosting guests. Additional second-floor bedroom and large full bathroom with dual vanity and tub/shower combination, plus a first-floor full bathroom with walk-in shower. Step outside to enjoy year-round relaxation on the expansive screened lanai, overlooking a serene, tropical garden setting with lush landscaping and a beautifully maintained yard (fences allowed with approval). A two-car garage with built-in storage, dedicated interior laundry room, and a quaint loft space perfect for reading or work complete the home. Located in the quiet Quail Run community with low HOA fees and no CDD. Ideally positioned off University Parkway, just minutes from University Town Center, Whole Foods, dining and shopping, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, downtown Sarasota, and the area's world-renowned beaches.