This Lee Wetherington built maintenance free home is nestled in the Emerald Woods section of The Oaks Preserve. Enter through the double doors with leaded glass, and you will find a wonderful open floor plan. This home is move-in ready. From country chic to ultra-modern, your furnishings will fit the neutral palate of the updated and beautifully maintained interior. With 3 bedrooms (or 2 bedrooms and an office/den) and 2 baths, it is spacious and charming, with many features including tray ceilings, crown molding, plantation shutters, ceiling fans, a NEW ROOF, FULL HURRICANE PROTECTION AND A 2 CAR GARAGE WITH CAR LIFT. The kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wide expanse of stone counters, white cabinets, breakfast bar and pantry will delight any home chef. The breakfast nook has large windows offering a view of the pool and the foliage beyond. The great room runs the length of the house, with the living room on one end and a formal dining area on the other. The master bedroom with gleaming wood floors has a sitting area with sliding door to the lanai, The en suite master bathroom features include dual sinks, abundant counter and storage space and a separate walk-in shower. The good-sized second bedroom is carpeted, has a large closet and a beautiful window with custom plantation shutters. The big third bedroom with wood floors is currently being used as an office/den. Outside you will find a lovely oasis. The screened lanai is surrounded by greenery making this area peaceful and private. It has a covered area for dining, a saltwater pool and hot tub. Emerald Woods is a small enclave with sidewalks and tree lined streets. Membership in The Oaks Club is required with homeownership. With two 18- hole challenging championship golf courses, 12 HarTru tennis courts (4 lighted), a regulation croquet lawn, pickleball courts and a junior Olympic community swimming pool, recreational offerings abound. The culinary program is exceptional with three onsite restaurants offering an endless variety of year-round dining options. Add in a celebrated social calendar, and you know you have found the perfect place to live an incredible lifestyle on the gorgeous Gulf Coast.
