5668 COUNTRY LAKES DRIVE SARASOTA, FL 34243

$599,000

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2765 sqft

Property Details

MLS#

A4673090

Type

Single Family Residence

Status

Active Listing

Square Footage

2,765

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3 full | 1 half

Year Built

1985

Tax Amount

$4,253

Garage Spaces

2

HOA Fees

$485

Property Description

If outdoor living tops your wish list, this private oversized lanai with pool and full outdoor kitchen is the showstopper! Set on a large lot just under 1/2 acre for genuine privacy and offering charming curb appeal with a circular drive and a wide welcoming front porch. Inside this classic Country Lakes home you'll find 3BR, 3.5BA, approx. 2,765 SF with real hardwood floors, beamed cathedral ceilings, and multiple Pella sliders that bring the outdoors in. The kitchen features granite countertops with cherry cabinets, a wall oven/microwave, cooktop, Brew-Express coffee maker, and a walk-in pantry; separate living/dining plus a step-down family room provide easy, flexible living spaces for everyday life or entertaining. The primary suite includes an 8x8 closet with custom built-ins and a spacious bath with jetted tub, glass shower, separate water closet and dual sinks. Two additional bedrooms—with one currently finished as a dedicated office with built-ins. On the lanai: a sparkling pool, pool bath, and a full outdoor kitchen with stone counters, sink, fridge, and Jenn-Air grill with side burners plus a vented hood and lighting—perfect for entertaining. Practical perks: tankless water heater, motion-sensor closet lighting, wired security, 2-car garage with cabinetry, sink, pull-down stairs and additional 220V power source; circular drive. Low annual HOA fee. The circular drive offers great curb appeal along with the beautiful front porch. Located within Palm Aire Country Club—where membership is optional (golf, tennis, pickleball). Prime location off University Parkway corridor. Minutes to Benderson Park, Lakewood Ranch, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, Trader Joe’s and University Town Center (UTC) Mall which offers some of the best shopping and dining in Sarasota and about 30 minutes to Siesta Key Beach - voted one of the best beaches in the world! Book your private tour today—secluded backyard settings like this are rare. Come see it today!

Amenities

Cooling:Central Air

Irrigation System

Outdoor Grill

Outdoor Kitchen

Cathedral Ceiling(s)

Ceiling Fan(s)

Eating Space In Kitchen

High Ceilings

Kitchen/Family Room Combo

Open Floorplan

Primary Bedroom Main Floor

Stone Counters

Walk-In Closet(s)

Window Treatments

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