FOUR BEDROOM AND 2 1/2 BATH HOME IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE GATED COMMUNITY OF LEGENDS BAY! Original owner has meticulously maintained this home. This home has over $100,000 in decorator touches and upgrades. Enter into the spacious foyer with custom light fixtures, tray ceiling with crown molding and designer wall finishes. 18" ceramic tile flooring guides you into the spacious gathering area consisting of the great room, living room and kitchen. The gourmet kitchen has everything an aspiring chef could need. Stainless steel appliances include a three-door refrigerator/freezer with dual ice output, built-in microwave and oven, 5 burner gas stove and new LG dishwasher. Wood cabinetry offers plenty of storage with easy to use pull out drawers and soft close features. The large corner pantry has solid wood slat shelving. Diana Reale marble countertops and travertine backsplash adorn this area. The kitchen island offers casual seating for up to four. The dining area is optimal for more formal meals; two large windows offer light and views to the outdoor area. The spacious great room is perfect for larger gatherings or just relaxing watching TV.
Enter the primary bedroom with ensuite bath consisting of large vanity with dual sinks, soaking tub and huge walk-in shower. A separate toilet room and walk-in closet complete this private area in the rear of the home.
This split floorplan has two guestrooms and full bath with tub/shower combo on one side of home, making these perfect for family or guests.
The fourth bedroom is currently used as an office and has engineered hardwood floors. A separate half bath is conveniently located for guest use.
Save the best for last: Walk out to your private custom designed lanai and pool area. The covered lanai with travertine tile flooring boasts a large seating space to relax and unwind with friends and family. A custom outdoor kitchen has marine grade polymer cabinetry with drawers and pull-out shelves to store everything you need to create an outdoor meal. A Hestan commercial grade stainless steel grill with built-in rotisserie and infra-red burner can cook just about anything you desire including pizzas. The kitchen also includes 2 gas side burners, an outdoor beverage refrigerator and granite countertop and backsplash.
Relax and unwind in the custom designed concrete (not Gunite) pool with waterfall fountain and a sun shelf for relaxing and viewing sunsets or native Florida birds in the small creek behind the home.
Florida friendly landscaping surrounds all sides of the home and is watered with recycled water for irrigation provided in the HOA fee. Automated 12volt landscape lighting highlights the home and palms in the evening.
Legends Bay is a gated community located along Sarasota Bay. Enjoy local activities in Bradenton and Sarasota. Legends Bay is located just ten minutes from Sarasota International Airport and 55 minutes to Tampa International Airport. World renown IMG Academy campus is 3 miles nearby and IMG Golf Course is a golf cart ride away. Explore Downtown Bradenton with its historic charm and the Manatee riverfront or venture south to Downtown Sarasota with fine dining, exciting venues such as the Van Wezel Performing Center and Sarasota Opera House and the well-loved St. Armand's Circle. Check out local activities and markets along the crystal sand beaches of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Island. Every day holds an adventure within minutes of your new home!