8258 Grande Shores DriveSarasota, FL 34240Sale Price: $1,354,000

Welcome to the ultimate Florida lifestyle in the sought-after Lakehouse Cove in Waterside Place, Sarasota! Breathtaking lake views greet you the moment you go into this stunning three-bedroom, three-bath Islander model, offering 2,717 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with a three-car side-entry garage. Enjoy a spacious open, split floor plan with continuous plank tile throughout most of the home, plantation shutters and luxury finishes throughout, including a Kohler home generator and an electric car charger. The gourmet kitchen is a showstopper with an oversized Thermador refrigerator, natural gas cooktop, quartz countertops, massive island with bar seating, walk-in pantry, and a butler's pantry with wine refrigerator. The great room welcomes you with warmth and style, featuring a sleek linear fireplace framed by illuminated built-in shelving, an elegant tray ceiling, and a wall of sliding glass doors that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living, framing spectacular views of the lake and pool. The owner's suite offers lanai access for evening swims, an elegant Venetian plaster accent wall, dual custom walk-in closets with built-in shelving, and an en-suite bath with separate vanities and a large tiled walk-in shower. Bedroom 2 includes an en-suite bath and walk-in closet, while bedroom 3 is ideal as a bedroom, study, gym or media room. Your office features a custom cypress sliding door, built-in desk and shelving. Go outside to your private covered and screened oasis with a saltwater pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, three tranquil water features, panoramic screen enclosure and lush landscaping with pavers throughout. The garage includes epoxy floors, overhead storage and built-in cabinetry. In a vibrant community built around seven lakes and 20-plus acres of shoreline, Lakehouse Cove offers resort-style amenities such as a fitness center, clubhouse, pool, boathouse with kayak launch, pickleball courts, dog parks, walking trails, a 12,000-square-foot event lawn and a water taxi to the Waterside Shoppes. The HOA includes all amenities and lawn care. Your home is just 2.2 miles to shopping and dining at Waterside Place. The world-famous Siesta Key Beach is here, along with fine dining, shopping and cultural arts. You can love where you live, right here in Lakehouse Cove at Waterside. Please request your private showing today and the list of the complete upgrades.