8597 LAKESIDE DR Englewood, FL 34224

Multiple Bids. Highest and best due by Friday, the 26th at 1:00 pm. Stunning pool & golf course view!! Experience Florida living at it's finest in this lovely home nestled in the gated community of Oyster Creek. Wind around to this updated coastal inspired home and be awed at first glance. Mature tropical landscape and palm trees sway in the Gulf breezes. Let your mind ease as you imagine soaking in your own private heated pool after a fun filled day of 5-Star golfing, sharks tooth hunting at Stump Pass, hiking the Oyster Creek trails or swimming in Gulf of Mexico.. Now Step inside the front door and awe at the clear views straight through the triple sliding glass doors to the shimmering pool and lush green golf course. Welcoming you are vaulted ceilings, newer porcelain tile flooring, upgraded coastal fixtures, triple sliding glass doors, elegant chandeliers & chic coastal design and feel. Meticulously maintained, AC installed in 2018, New washer and dryer, New solar panels in 2018 for pool. Home comes beautifully FURNISHED. You will find entertaining easy in this home. Open all the sliders and let the breezes flow through. Enjoy numerous gathering options including a formal dining room, breakfast nook, large breakfast bar to keep it casual or all of the outdoor living deck space on the screened in lanai surrounding the heated pool. The spacious updated kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances including a large double door refrigerator, deep drop sink and two buffet counter spaces making more than ample storage. Split floor plan AND the guest wing can be tucked away with the convenience of a pocket door just off the kitchen. Use the 3rd bedroom for guests, a study or a workout room to roll our your yoga mat. The Master ensuite has direct access to the lanai, an entry closet for coats and shoes plus a large walk-in closet with bamboo flooring just off the stunning ensuite bath. You'll love pampering yourself at the dedicated vanity and the bliss of having two vanity sinks, a step-in resort style shower and a private water closet. After a day at the beach you can rinse off in the outdoor shower and enjoy a quiet BBQ on the rear lanai. Mature landscaping surrounds the pool and offers you and your guests plenty of privacy. For ease of mind, the home is equipped with hurricane shutters throughout and is located in an X zone meaning NO flood insurance required. The desirable community of Oyster Creek offers a 24-hour manned gate and oh so many amenities. Beautiful location just moments away from Ann Dever Park for walking trails, the Paw Park, Manasota Key beaches, dining & shopping! Within the community you can enjoy the recreation facilities, community pool, workout room, pickleball and tennis courts, 5-Star golfing and a full activities schedule! Florida living at its best. Golf carts welcome!