One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Located in the desirable Mote Ranch area, this distinctive home affords a promising and fine lifestyle overlooking the beautiful pool and serene pond. Enjoy sunsets from this three-bedroom, two-bath home. New roof October 2024. Step through double glass doors to the spacious and bright great room. Soaring ceilings, built-in cabinetry and sliding doors to the lanai await you. Crown molding adds to its fine details. The open floor plan affords plenty of space for gracious living. The dining area is perfect for entertaining. Walk through French doors into the den/office with built-in desk area, providing wonderful space for your home office. It also boasts crown molding and chair railing. The open kitchen boasts cherry cabinetry, and oversized countertops to allow for stools for your guests. A spacious breakfast area is augmented by bay windows and a door opening onto the lanai and pool area. The saltwater pool is ideal for taking laps. The travertine tiles have just been power-washed and sealed. The enlarged cage features a “picture window” screen, featuring magnificent views of the pond. Outside there is a side garden area with pavers, ideal for grilling. The primary suite offers new carpeting, two walk-in closets with built-in storage, and doors to the lanai featuring plantation shutters. The primary bath offers an oversized soaking tub, updated double sink vanity and shower with grab bars. The split floor plan allows for privacy. Two other bedrooms await your guests with spacious closets and plantation shutters. The shared bath boasts updated vanity, walk-in shower, and decorative wall planking. This fine home is located on an oversized lot with privacy on one side and situated on a cul-de-sac. It offers a 3-car garage with an extended driveway with pavers. The exterior of the home has recently been painted. It has hurricane shutters, impact hurricane windows in the front and new high-impact garage doors. Mote Ranch has no CDD and low HOA fees. It boasts a large community pool, playground and docking area to put your kayak into the Braden River River Bend is so close to the UTC Mall, shopping, restaurants, SRQ airport and all Sarasota has to offer. A wonderful place to call home!