7996 Sandstar WAY, Sarasota, FL 34240

$850,000 Asking Price

3 beds
3 baths
2,130  sqft
Built in 2020

Welcome to this immaculate Cay model residence, with over 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, which has been lovingly maintained by its original owner. On a premium preserve lot, this home offers a serene retreat where you can immerse yourself in nature, enjoying the sights and sounds of local wildlife from the comfort of your extended screened paver lanai. Picture yourself customizing this tranquil outdoor space, complete with covered areas ideal for entertaining while basking in complete privacy. As you step inside, you're greeted by upscale finishes and features that enhance your lifestyle. Impact glass and doors provide peace of mind, while tile flooring throughout the common areas ensures effortless maintenance. The elegant ambiance is heightened by tray and vaulted cathedral ceilings, complemented by designer light fixtures and plantation shutters. The heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen that boasts rich wood cabinetry with convenient pullout drawers, a striking glass tile backsplash and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, including a built-in Advantium microwave and a separate oven, and a natural gas cooktop. The luxurious quartz countertops flow seamlessly into a spacious breakfast bar, combining style with functionality. Adjacent to the kitchen, the main dining room offers an ideal setting for entertaining, leading into an expansive great room with vaulted ceilings and a wall of triple-sliding glass doors that open to the spacious lanai, making it ideal for alfresco dining. Retreat to the primary bedroom, a luxurious haven with tray ceilings and a spa-inspired ensuite bath featuring a large vanity with double sinks, an oversized walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet with custom organizers, shelving and drawers. The opposite wing of the home offers two guest bedrooms, each with walk-in closets and custom shelving, along with a second full bath for visitors. Additional highlights include a well-equipped laundry room, a convenient half bath, and a three-car garage with custom floating storage, epoxy flooring with access to the lighted attic with flooring for additional storage. Enjoy charming architectural niches and a coastal-style front porch with a paver driveway and walkway, all set against a backdrop of neutral décor. This home is ideally just moments from the lavish amenity center, where a wealth of offerings awaits to enhance your lifestyle. In a waterfront community featuring seven lakes, 20 acres of pristine shoreline, and nature preserves with winding trails, you can easily embark on shopping excursions or culinary adventures or take a leisurely water taxi ride from the Lakehouse Cove boat house to Waterside Place marina. Residents of Lakehouse Cove enjoy exclusive access to a richly appointed amenity center, complete with a resort-style pool, spa, cozy fire pits, pickleball courts and a state-of-the-art fitness facility. Gather with friends and neighbors in the elegant clubhouse, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, versatile meeting spaces, a game room and scenic outdoor verandas. Embrace maintenance-free living in this coastal paradise in the esteemed community of Lakehouse Cove at Waterside, with low HOA fees, in the vibrant enclave of Lakewood Ranch. Don't miss your chance to claim this exceptional home!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, In Wall Pest System, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Rooms:
Breakfast Room Separate, Formal Dining Room Separate, Great Room, Inside Utility
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Flooring:
Brick/Stone, Carpet, Tile
A/C:
true, Central Air
Heating:
true, Electric, Natural Gas
Eco/Green Feature:
Irrigation-Reclaimed Water

Exterior

General:
Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
Style:
Coastal
Parking:
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Construction

Roofing:
Tile
Windows:
Impact Glass/Storm Windows, Shutters, Window Treatments
General:
Block, Stucco, One, Block, Slab, Stem Wall

Location

Road/Access:
Street Paved
HOA Amenities:
Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Lobby Key Required, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Trail(s), Wheelchair Access, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Manager, Other, Recreational Facilities, 1037.0, Quarterly
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Sarasota

Lot

Zoning:
VPD, LOT 310, LAKEHOUSE COVE AT WATERSIDE PH 1A & 1B, PB 51 PG 55-80, 0196020310
View:
Trees/Woods

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS

This listing courtesy of:
PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY, Joe Harris

About Sarasota, FL

Housing

Number of Units
152,825
Median Home Value
$341,369
Median Rent
$1,292

27.49% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.88% are vacant.

Commute

Car
66.43%
Public Transportation
0.60%
Walk to Work
0.72%
Work from Home
31.09%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
264,751
Median Age
51.20
Median Household Size
2.39

Education

High School
26.25%
Associate’s Degree
8.64%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.70%
Graduate Degree
17.31%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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