This custom Mediterranean style home in the Hyde Park village of University Park Country Club delivers refined elegance and luxury at every turn, showcasing breathtaking backyard views! With 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a 3 car garage, & a private home theatre, this home sets the stage for unforgettable evenings, whether you’re settling in for an immersive movie night indoors or relaxing outdoors by the pool & spa. Striking curb appeal greets you with a semi-circular pavered driveway, lush tropical landscaping, & a welcoming front porch framed by stately columns, creating a grand first impression. Just off the entry, the formal living room features sliders to the lanai, a gas fireplace framed by illuminated built-ins, and a custom wet bar, creating a polished, sophisticated space ideal for entertaining. Just off the entry, a spacious dining room provides an elegant setting for formal meals. Beyond the living room is your expansive kitchen overlooking a large breakfast nook and the Great Room. Imagine sipping your morning coffee at your breakfast nook as you gaze through the panoramic bay window & marvel at the backyard views! Your gourmet kitchen includes wall oven & microwave, gas cooktop range atop a secondary oven, built-in refrigerator, center prep island w/beverage fridge, large corner pantry, & breakfast bar. A built-in wall unit in the Great Room provides storage, while triple sliders to the lanai reveal your outdoor oasis - the sparkling pool & elevated spa, complete w/bubbler & waterfall. The outdoor kitchen at the veranda is an entertainers dream & includes wraparound bar seating, fridge, & sink. Your lanai is surrounded by lush, privacy-enhancing tropical landscaping, allowing you to enjoy stunning waterfront views that transform this space into a true sanctuary. Just off the living room, the expansive Primary Retreat invites you to unwind with its dramatic double tray ceiling & private access to the lanai. The Primary Bath exudes opulence with its soaring curved ceilings, chandelier, Roman tub, roomy walk-in shower & 2 large walk-in closets. On the opposite side of the home, a spacious bedroom is served by a full hall bath, while the larger Guest Retreat has its own en-suite pool bath w/hallway access to the veranda. Movie nights become extraordinary in your custom home theatre, featuring elevated seating, blackout ceiling, & full media tower for a truly immersive cinematic experience. A hallway beyond the Great Room opens to the elegant study/home office, beautifully appointed with gorgeous custom built-ins along w/a plush window bench overlooking the tranquil backyard. Sliders in the study open to the veranda, making this versatile room ideal to be used as a den, poolside club room, or even an attached guest casita. Other features include NEW AC (2023), NEWER roof (2019); NEW interior paint; Custom window treatments; Fenced dog run; Security system & more! Residents of the gated, maintenance-free University Park Country Club enjoy world-class amenities including a 27-hole championship course recognized as the #1 Golf Course in SW Florida, illuminated Har-Tru tennis courts, state-of-the-art pickleball courts, a fully equipped Fitness Centre, and the on-site Park Grille & Café bar & restaurant. Situated in Sarasota off University Pkwy, this home is just a short drive to shopping, dining, & entertainment including UTC Mall & SRQ International Airport; 30 minutes to award-winning Siesta Key Beach; and quick & easy access to I-75.
Equipment:
- Bar Fridge
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Exhaust Fan
- Freezer
- Gas Water Heater
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Range
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Central Vaccum
- Coffered Ceiling(s)
- Crown Molding
- Dry Bar
- Eat-in Kitchen
- High Ceilings
- In Wall Pest System
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wet Bar
- Window Treatments
Exterior Features:
- Awning(s)
- Dog Run
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Private Mailbox
- Rain Gutters
- Sidewalk
- Sliding Doors
View:
- Water
Amenities:
- Cable TV
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Gated
- Golf Course
- Maintenance
- Park
- Pickleball Court(s)
- Recreation Facilities
- Security
- Tennis Court(s)
- Vehicle Restrictions
Financial Information:
- Taxes: $18.00
- Tax Year: 2024
- Association Fee: $1,708.00
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Condo Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Room Dimensions:
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In
School Information:
- Elementary School: Robert E Willis Elementary
- Middle School: Braden River Middle
- Junior High: Braden River Middle
- High School: Braden River High
Additional Information:
- MLS Area: 34201 - Bradenton/Braden River/University Park
- Price per Square Feet: $423.09
- Water: Public
- Lot Desc.: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved, Private
- Construction: Block, Brick, Stucco
- Date Listed: 2025-12-19 14:53:35
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Type: Gunite, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Furnished: Negotiable
- Parking: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level, Off Street, Other, Oversized
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Epoxy, Marble, Tile
- Roof: Concrete, Tile
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- Pets: Breed Restrictions, Cats Ok, Dogs Ok, Yes
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Amenities: Cable Tv, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Maintenance, Park, Pickleball Court(S), Recreation Facilities, Security, Tennis Court(S), Vehicle Restrictions
Waterfront Description:
- Lake Front
Listing Courtesy Of: Kw Coastal Living Ii
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