AMAZING RESORT-STYLE, MAINTENANCE-FREE LIVING in CASCADES, one of the most exclusive and top 55+ Active Adult Communities in all of SARASOTA! Beyond being well known for its beaches, SARASOTA, nicknamed FLORIDA'S CULTURAL COAST, is a community rich with live theater, performances, concerts, ballet, opera, galleries, and museums! Whether you live here full-time or part-time, this is the ideal place to be, with so much to offer! This home has gorgeous LAKE VIEWS and is the highly sought-out, St Kitts open floor plan w/2 BDR/2 BA, + Office/Den, with an extended, paver brick, screened lanai. The guard-gated, grand entrance is sure to impress, with its cascading waterfalls and mature landscaping. Investors! Vacation/Short Term Rentals are permitted here, and are loved by the high-demand tenants, always searching. State-of-the-Art Amenities, NO CDD Fees, and HOA Fees INCLUDE Cable/Internet/Lawn Maintenance/Irrigation Water/Home Security. This stunning home offers a desirable Southern exposure view. Great curb appeal, with upgrades from the barrel tile roof, paver brick driveway, and architectural detail. Step inside to see the pristine look of this gorgeous engineered wood flooring, 10 ft high ceilings, and sunshine views through the expansive pocket-sliding glass doors! The chef's gourmet kitchen offers wood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a custom stacked-stone hood above the cooktop, a cozy little breakfast nook bench seat area, as well as a breakfast bar. The Owner's Retreat is luxurious w/bay window area, 2 walk-in closets with custom-designed organized shelving, the connecting en-suite bath has new dual vanities, LED backlit mirrors, new white shaker cabinets, Cambria Brittanica Quartz countertops, walk-in shower, jacuzzi tub, and luxury vinyl plank flooring. The 2nd bedroom and office/den complete this generous well-designed floorplan. This great room plan allows you the luxury, where you can entertain plenty of guests, with tons of natural light, as well as enjoy the tranquil lake views. Don't forget to "wine" down and take in the breathtaking sunsets! The outstanding clubhouse, recently remodeled, includes an impressive indoor/outdoor heated Olympic-size swimming pool & spa, saunas, showers, a fitness center, & a variety of scheduled classes. Endless activities, multiple social clubs, an active travel club, arts & crafts/pottery, an upscale billiards room, card rooms & so much more. Meet new friends, play bocce ball, pickleball, and tennis, and there is even an onsite pro instructor. Close to Award-Winning Beaches, numerous Award-Winning Golf Courses, Downtown SRQ nightlife, Lakewood Ranch, UTC, restaurants, and SRQ Airport! Schedule your private VIP tour now or please ask us to schedule a live video for you and we will arrange that quickly!