Seriously. What better place to live locally than the Cascades at Sarasota? This Active Adult 55+ community is at the RIGHT ANGLE of downtown Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch! Travel south on US 301 and you are in downtown Sarasota...travel east on University and you are in Lakewood Ranch! Shopping, restaurants, entertainment...in either direction! If you want the best of both worlds (and none of those pesky CDD fees found in residential neighborhoods in Lakewood Ranch), the Cascades at Sarasota is the place for you! How about this gorgeous home? Designed on an open plan with high levels of natural light, your gaze will immediately gravitate to TWO SETS of Large Glass Sliders in the Great Room. The Massive Lanai, which adjoins the great room, runs about 3/4 of the expanse of the backside of the home. This conversational space is the perfect spot for entertaining, relaxing in style, or hanging out with friends and family. In a very real sense, opening both sets of these large glass sliders makes the interior space feel more voluminous (and that Florida breeze will make you smile!). This gorgeous home has a particularly impressive kitchen too. The warm granite counters, the 42 inch white cabinets with crown molding, decorative backsplash, and cozy breakfast nook all make for a fabulous first impression. The warm accents of the kitchen flows throughout the home, including a cozy and comfortable Owner's Retreat with rich wood floors, a bay window, 2 large closets, and an en-suite bath with dual vanities, walk in shower, and garden tub. These terrific wood floors extend through to the guest bedroom and DEN too. Meanwhile, tile on the diagonal can be found in the main gathering areas...no carpet, no fuss! Eight foot doors and openings make the home feel substantial and complete this extraordinary living experience. Cascades at Sarasota is a Gated Resort Style community with a bevy of exciting amenities including a Clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pools, 6 Har Tru Tennis courts, Pickle ball, Bocce, Banquet/ Auditorium, billiards, card room, an active travel club, meeting areas and full time activities and tennis directors. Schedule your appointment today! CHECK THIS OUT: 3D Walk through Virtual Tour - https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=CbwPN2iYUz1&mls=1