Discover one of the finest examples of maintenance-free living in the prestigious gated community of Country Club East in Lakewood Ranch. This exceptional updated home features a flexible open floor plan with 2-3 bedrooms, a den, and is beautifully positioned on a private, wooded lot with no rear neighbors. Designed for both relaxation and entertainment, the heated saltwater pool, with a paver lanai and southern exposure, is surrounded by meticulously mature landscaping, offering an oasis of serenity. Step through the wrought-iron gated courtyard and into a home designed to impress. Inside, enjoy luxury vinyl and tile flooring (no carpet!), high-volume ceilings, and elegant crown moldings. The chef's kitchen is a standout, offering abundant wood cabinetry with pull-outs, a center island with breakfast bar, upscale Bosch appliances, a tile backsplash, a pantry, and a cozy dinette area. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the great room, where a wall of sliding glass doors opens to the lanai, blending indoor and outdoor living. The owner's suite is a private retreat with dual walk-in closets and a luxurious bathroom featuring split vanities and a large walk-in shower with tiled walls and a glass enclosure. A versatile flex room at the front of the home can serve as a formal dining or sitting room, while the den, with its glass French doors, easily converts into a third bedroom. The spacious laundry room, conveniently located near the garage, includes ample cabinetry for storage and a modern washer and dryer. Additional highlights include: most of the CDD is Paid Off - A rare and valuable benefit. * HVAC REPLACED 9/2021 - Ensuring year-round comfort. * WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTRATION - Including reverse osmosis for pristine water. * NEWER APPLIANCES - Plus a 1-year-old washer and dryer. *HURRICANE KEVLAR SCREENS ONE YEAR NEW- Remote-controlled for added convenience, security and privacy. *HURRICANE SCREENS. * PRIVATE SETTING with Wooded & greenspace with wildlife views-Ultimate privacy and natural beauty. * FRESHLY PAINTED INTERIOR-ready to just move in. *WHOLE HOUSE SURGE PROTECTOR Don't miss this rare opportunity to own an elegant and move-in-ready home in Country Club East--your slice of paradise awaits! . Enjoy the resort lifestyle in Country Club East with three community pools and resident-only amenity center, The Retreat, featuring a resort-style and lap pool with a water feature, fitness facility, social gathering space and outdoor kitchen, and numerous nature trails for walking and biking. All this is included in your HOA fees. Other packages are available to belong to the LWR Golf and Country Club that include golf, fitness, dining and social-type memberships. Close to the new Waterside Shops and The Mall at UTC area also provides A-rated schools, shopping, fine dining, medical facilities, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, arts and culture, and famous white-sand beaches. Everything is here!