Enjoy the best of Florida living in this 2-bedroom plus den, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage, ideally positioned on a peaceful lake and preserve view in a desirable 24-hour guard-gated 55+ community. Major improvements include a NEW ROOF with transferable warranty and hurricane-impact windows and sliding glass doors, offering storm protection, reduced noise, UV protection, and energy efficiency that helps keep electric bills low. There is no cable charge, with the included TV antenna with cable connections throughout the home that adds convenience. A welcoming screened front entry leads into a light-filled interior featuring, crown molding, updated lighting, and ceiling fans throughout. There is tile flooring laid on the diagonal throughout the home The dining area opens to the living room creating an ideal space for entertaining. The living area has triple sliders giving you stunning views of the lake and preserve. The kitchen is both functional and inviting, offering oak cabinetry with pull-out drawers, Corian countertops, a breakfast bar, and a sunny breakfast nook with ceiling fan. Gas appliances include the stove, water heater, and dryer. The den/office is perfectly designed for flexibility, featuring a Murphy bed and ceiling fan—ideal for guests or a home office. The primary ensuite is a private retreat with two sliding doors to the lanai, ceiling fan, dual closets (walk-in and standard), and a spacious en-suite bath with dual sinks, soaking tub, Roman shower and water closet. The guest bedroom offers a standard closet plus a deep walk-in closet, and ensuite access to the guest bath. The guest bath, also accessible from the hall, offers a walk-in shower and single sink with vanity space. Step out to the extended screened lanai and relax while enjoying tranquil lake and preserve views, accented by foxtail and pygmy palms—a perfect setting for morning coffee or evening sunsets. No direct sunlight, so you can enjoy it all day long. Additional highlights include indoor laundry with sink (washer and dryer included), central vacuum system, automatic garage door opener, and recently replaced garage door springs. Lakeridge Falls is a 55+ guard gated community. It offers an updated clubhouse with grand salon for a full array of activities, state-of-art fitness center, card room, billiards room, resort style heated pool and spa, bocce ball courts and its own private sandy beach. Walking trails and beautiful lakes are another of its many attractive features. The community is located conveniently close to shopping at the UTC Mall, restaurants, world awarded beaches and the Sarasota airport. Come see for yourself why this home is your perfect place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the Florida lifestyle—schedule your showing today.