Welcome to this immaculate Cay model residence, with over 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, which has been lovingly maintained by its original owner. On a premium preserve lot, this home offers a serene retreat where you can immerse yourself in nature, enjoying the sights and sounds of local wildlife from the comfort of your extended screened paver lanai. Picture yourself customizing this tranquil outdoor space, complete with covered areas ideal for entertaining while basking in complete privacy. As you step inside, you're greeted by upscale finishes and features that enhance your lifestyle. Impact glass and doors provide peace of mind, while tile flooring throughout the common areas ensures effortless maintenance. The elegant ambiance is heightened by tray and vaulted cathedral ceilings, complemented by designer light fixtures and plantation shutters. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen that boasts rich wood cabinetry with convenient pullout drawers, a striking glass tile backsplash and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a built-in Advantium microwave and a separate oven, and a natural gas cooktop. The luxurious quartz countertops flow seamlessly into a spacious breakfast bar, combining style with functionality. Adjacent to the kitchen, the main dining room offers an ideal setting for entertaining, leading into an expansive great room with vaulted ceilings and a wall of triple-sliding glass doors that open to the spacious lanai, making it ideal for alfresco dining. Retreat to the primary bedroom, a luxurious haven with tray ceilings and a spa-inspired ensuite bath featuring a large vanity with double sinks, an oversized walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet with custom organizers, shelving and drawers. The opposite wing of the home offers two guest bedrooms, each with walk-in closets and custom shelving, along with a second full bath for visitors. Additional highlights include a well-equipped laundry room, a convenient half bath, and a three-car garage with custom floating storage, epoxy flooring with access to the lighted attic with flooring for additional storage. Enjoy charming architectural niches and a coastal-style front porch with a paver driveway and walkway, all set against a backdrop of neutral decor. This home is ideally just moments from the lavish amenity center, where a wealth of offerings awaits to enhance your lifestyle. In a waterfront community featuring seven lakes, 20 acres of pristine shoreline, and nature preserves with winding trails, you can easily embark on shopping excursions or culinary adventures or take a leisurely water taxi ride from the Lakehouse Cove boat house to Waterside Place marina. Residents of Lakehouse Cove enjoy exclusive access to a richly appointed amenity center, complete with a resort-style pool, spa, cozy fire pits, pickleball courts and a state-of-the-art fitness facility. Gather with friends and neighbors in the elegant clubhouse, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, versatile meeting spaces, a game room and scenic outdoor verandas. Embrace maintenance-free living in this coastal paradise in the esteemed community of Lakehouse Cove at Waterside, with low HOA fees, in the vibrant enclave of Lakewood Ranch. Don't miss your chance to claim this exceptional home!