Located in the highly sought after and golf cart friendly community of Cascades at Sarasota, this Phoenician Series lakefront home captures attention with its expansive wide lake views and thoughtfully designed layout that delivers an exceptional Florida lifestyle. The home features a bright and open living and dining room combination that flows effortlessly into the kitchen, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. Sliding glass doors from both the living room and family room lead to the extended lanai, enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor living. The kitchen is well appointed with granite countertops, a tile backsplash, a large pantry, a breakfast bar, and an eat in area, all positioned to take full advantage of the serene water views. The primary suite is a true retreat with large windows, plantation shutters, a tray ceiling, two walk in closets, and a linen closet, while the primary bath includes separate vanities with granite counters, a makeup vanity, a garden tub, a shower stall with seating, and a private water closet. Additional highlights include a newer AC (2 years old), laundry room with a new washer and dryer in 2025, the third bedroom featuring custom built ins surrounding the closet, hurricane impact windows on the front of the home, shutters for the remaining windows, and a covered entry with transom windows, and pull down stairs to attic. All exterior planting beds are neatly lined with cement borders, and the extended lanai features a unique planter waterfall feature that provides the perfect backdrop for morning coffee or evening relaxation, making this home a true retreat where indoor and outdoor living come together beautifully while enjoying peaceful lake views. Residents of Cascades at Sarasota enjoy access to a 25,000 square foot clubhouse offering indoor and outdoor heated pools with a hot tub, a state of the art fitness center, yoga and aerobics studios, six Har Tru tennis courts with an on site professional, bocce ball, arts and crafts rooms, billiards, a library, and a full calendar of social activities. The HOA fee includes gated entry, internet, cable, landscaping, irrigation, alarm monitoring, and pest control, providing truly low maintenance living. Ideally located near UTC Mall, dining, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, downtown Sarasota, and the areas award winning beaches, this exceptional home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy the very best of active Florida living. All information provided by the sellers is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Buyers are encouraged to verify all information independently.