Simply impeccable and model quality home behind the gates of Country Club East in Lakewood Ranch. The owners worked with the highly regarded builder, Lee Wetherington Homes, to customize the popular Sarezzo II floorplan to have an oversized 3-car garage, larger bedroom and interior air-conditioned storage room accessed from the laundry room. Offering a desirable open floor plan with a great room design, beautiful tile with inlays and wood flooring, a large dining area and well-appointed recently upgraded kitchen, quartz counter tops including the center island with waterfall sides. The owner's retreat is separate from other bedrooms and a few notable features include tray ceiling with rope lighting, great closet space, dual sinks, a separate soaking tub and Roman shower. Everything you'd expect from a luxury home including 8' doors, crown moldings, tray ceilings, alarm system, surround sound, freshly painted exterior to a stunning outdoor living area with custom built-in kitchen with weather resistant composite cabinetry, Lynx brand grill with side burner, gas heated pool with spa and appropriately located pool bath. The garage is a show piece and will surely please anyone that wants space and organization. Expanded to allow for custom cabinetry and still room for 3 vehicles, with pull down and plywood flooring for storage. Impact glass sliders and front windows for your peace of mind. Leopard Creek is a yard care included community with lush green grass and mature landscape. All residents enjoy access to The Retreat which offers a fitness center, gathering room with catering kitchen, resort-style pool and billiard table. A variety of optional memberships are available to access two clubs and restaurants with a plethora of fitness, golf and wellness programs. All of this in a gated community within minutes to Lakewood Ranch Main Street, the University Town Center for fine shopping and dining, Benderson Park and being developed Waterside for additional events and fun. One visit and you'll understand why Lakewood Ranch is recognized as the #1 multi-gen master planned community in the United States. A variety of clubs to join, walking and biking trails, manicured grounds and within easy reach of all the beaches, arts and culture that Sarasota offers. Schedule your private showing today. This is, indeed, a special home. Taxes shown include CDD fee