This model-condition home sits on a private cul-de-sac and is truly exceptional! Professional landscaping surrounds you as you approach the leaded glass front door. The home has a spacious feel with 5 bedrooms and 3 baths that can be used in so many different ways. Crown molding throughout, detailed wood columns framing the dining room, and gorgeous coffered ceilings create the Wow Factor. 10-foot ceilings and 8 foot door heights complete the package, for this grand home. The upscale kitchen features 42" cream color cabinets, under cabinet lighting, closet pantry, granite countertops, wall ovens, gas range cook top, breakfast bar, and stainless-steel appliances. The master bedroom suite is truly a dream, featuring a tray ceiling, customized his and her walk-in closets, wood plank floors and a french door with private access to the lanai and pool. The ensuite bath has a huge vanity with double sinks, large soaking tub, separate walk-in shower and separate water closet. But the jewel of this home has to be the luxurious outdoor entertaining space! This includes a saltwater pool with tanning shelf, fountains, planters, and travertine tile. The outdoor kitchen has a gas range, refrigerator and granite countertops. At a cost of $120,000, this aftermarket pool and kitchen updates are truly spectacular. Rounding out this home’s features are electric hurricane shutters on the lanai, a 3 car garage with epoxy floors and storage shelves, paver driveway, and landscape lighting. Bridgewater is a smaller gated enclave of 275 homes that has a warm community feel. It is a maintenance-free community with low fees. The center point of Bridgewater is a park with a pavilion where many community events are held for adults, as well as young ones. Conveniently located in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, there is quick access to I-75, shopping at UTC Mall, and many restaurants. This location is close to Sarasota airport, great hospitals and A-rated schools, and so much more. Don’t miss this wonderful home!