Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac within the prestigious gated community of University Park Country Club, this beautifully maintained residence offers timeless elegance, exceptional privacy, and the optional convenience of turnkey-furnished living. A paver driveway leads to the spacious two-car garage, while lush tropical landscaping and a charming private courtyard create a warm and inviting first impression, setting the tone for the sophisticated living spaces found throughout the home. Inside, an open, light-filled floor plan is designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. Expansive living spaces flow seamlessly together, complemented by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and large windows that showcase the home's picturesque surroundings. The well-appointed kitchen opens to the main living areas, making it ideal for gathering with family and friends. Just off the main living space, a generous formal dining room offers exceptional versatility, easily serving as an elegant dining area for entertaining or transforming into a private den, library, or home office to suit your lifestyle. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with generous proportions, ample closet space, and a well-appointed en-suite bath. Comfortable guest accommodations offer privacy for visitors, creating an inviting home for both seasonal and year-round living. Step outside to the expansive screened lanai, where tranquil water views and beautifully established mature landscaping create a peaceful backdrop for outdoor living. Whether enjoying your morning coffee, entertaining guests, or unwinding with a glass of wine at sunset, this private outdoor sanctuary offers the perfect place to embrace Florida's year-round lifestyle while taking in the serene natural surroundings. Located within the award-winning University Park Country Club, residents enjoy beautifully maintained grounds and optional membership opportunities featuring 27 holes of championship golf, Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, croquet, a state-of-the-art fitness center, exceptional dining, and an active social calendar. Ideally situated just minutes from University Town Center, downtown Sarasota, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, and the area's world-renowned Gulf Coast beaches, this exceptional home offers the perfect combination of luxury, convenience, and location. Offered turnkey furnished, this is a rare opportunity to move right in and immediately begin enjoying the distinguished lifestyle that has made University Park Country Club one of Sarasota's premier residential communities.