Home sits on one of the most desired lots in Arbor Lakes * Large corner lot * Raised berm offers privacy on side yard * Large 60' lake views * Substantially upgraded landscaping * Rear yard gazebo overlooks lake and preserves * Low-traffic street ending with a cul-de-sac! * Waterfront littoral shelf showcases daily wildlife sightings * 4087 Sq. Ft. * 4 large bedrooms * den/office * 3.5 baths * Large game room * Theater room * 3-car garage * Extended lanai w/ included hot tub * A-rated Ashton Elementary / Sarasota Middle / Riverview High School District * Let us introduce you to one of the most in-demand homes (and floor plan) in Arbor Lakes: the large "Rockford" built by Taylor Morrison. These owners added many custom designer touches throughout. The downstairs floorplan is famous for it's large open flow, decorative tray ceilings, a large gourmet kitchen upgrade featuring eat-in area spacious enough to seat 6, plus large kitchen island with additional seating for 4, gas cooktop with pot filler, granite counters, butler's pantry, lots of cabinet space, double ovens, and a spacious walk-in pantry. The first floor master suite features beautiful laminate floors, custom closet, and stunning master bathroom with dual sinks, storage, and walk-in shower with rain head fixture. 1st floor den/office makes it super-easy to work from home. Need a second office? No worries, there is plenty of extra room upstairs too! Adjacent to the first-floor den is a formal spacious dining room area. The large living room features a built-in electric fireplace for cozy ambiance. The upstairs features a large game/bonus room plus an additional media room perfect for cozy movie nights or media entertainment. The second bedroom features en suite bathroom and large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a hallway full bath features double sinks and shower to complete the upstairs layout. Additional upgrades: Family room, and media room have in-ceiling mounted speakers, Master bedroom and rear lanai are pre-wired for ceiling speakers, oversized water heater can handle all your hot water needs. Let's talk exterior: This home offers the optional extended rear covered lanai which overlooks a covered gazebo. Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub while watching wildlife along the rear yard lake waterfront. The extended covered rear lanai was an optional upgrade, and a perfect place to relax with friends. The lanai is pre-plumbed for gas and water for future outdoor kitchen too. The rear yard can be fenced with ARC approval, and there's plenty of room to design your own custom pool to suite your tastes. The owner has a pool plan to share to inspire ideas. Arbor Lakes is a special community within Palmer Ranch with many amenities including a large resort-style pool, spa, pirate playground & splash park, basketball court, sand volleyball, firepit, BBQ area, and covered pavilion. The community is in A-rated Sarasota school district. Siesta Key beach is about 6 miles away, and all the culture and arts of downtown Sarasota is just a short 15 minute drive!