Step into the perfect blend of resort-style luxury and tranquil natural beauty with this impeccably maintained second-floor Veranda in the River Strand Golf & Country Club. This turnkey-furnished residence offers private, unobstructed views of a lush conservation preserve, ensuring peaceful mornings and picturesque sunsets from the comfort of your screened lanai without rear neighbors or visual interruptions. Boasting two spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a versatile flex room, ideal as a third bedroom, home office, or den-this home is designed for comfort and flexibility. The open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light, accentuated by high ceilings and thoughtfully designed living spaces. The kitchen features custom 42” wood cabinetry, gleaming granite countertops, a large double pantry, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and a cozy eat-in area that opens to a charming front screened lanai, perfect for morning coffee. Enjoy two separate screened porches, one in the front, one in the back, maximizing indoor-outdoor Florida living. The primary suite includes a walk-in closets, a linen closet and a private ensuite bathroom, while the 2nd bedroom has its own roomy closet and full bathroom across the hall. The flex room offers options that enhance the living space as an extension of the living and dining rooms or as a private area with double doors to separate it. The living and dining areas are perfect for entertaining, accommodating friends & family for meals or game night. The detached single car garage offers secure parking and storage. As a resident of River Strand, you'll have access to an exclusive full golf and country club membership, featuring a 27-hole championship golf course designed by Arthur Hills, a 39,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, nine lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, 8 pickleball courts, 8+ resort-style pools, hot tubs, two state-of-the-art fitness centers, a tiki bar, and an on-site restaurant offering both fine and casual dining. Recent community enhancements have elevated the lifestyle even further with expanded social programming, upgraded recreational amenities, and beautifully refreshed gathering spaces, creating one of the area's premier country club experiences. The veranda is also pet-friendly and allows monthly rentals, offering both flexibility and investment potential. Additional perks include: Assumable mortgage at an attractive 4.25 interest rate, subject to lender approval (seller willing to cooperate with the process). Two bikes included for immediate enjoyment of the community's scenic trails. Pool and beach accessories included making fun in the sun a priority. Prime location close to community walking paths, parks, and Heritage Harbour amenities. Easy access to I-75, Costco, University Town Center, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Florida's world-class Gulf Coast beaches. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, vacation home, or investment property, this veranda offers a unique opportunity to embrace a maintenance-free, luxury lifestyle surrounded by nature. Schedule your private tour today and experience the best of Florida living.