8229 GRANDE SHORES DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34240

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to your dream home in Lakehouse Cove, located in the heart of Waterside at Lakewood Ranch. This stunning custom residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a versatile den, seamlessly blending luxury living with thoughtful, accessible design. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by the clean architectural lines, tropical landscaping, and impeccable craftsmanship throughout. Nestled on one of the most sought-after 20 acre preserve view lots, this property offers exceptional privacy with only one neighboring home, thoughtfully separated by lush landscaping and a private fence. In the communty you can enjoy several paved paths and landscaped parks for your relaxation and water-side seating. Built with inclusivity and comfort in mind, this exceptional smart home is fully wheelchair accessible offering seamless control of lighting, climate, security, and entertainment at the touch of a button, all without sacrificing an ounce of style. Wide doorways, zero-threshold entrances, an open-concept floor plan, and smooth transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces create a flowing, barrier-free environment perfect for every stage of life. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, designer finishes, elegant wall accents, and expansive windows that welcome in natural light. The gourmet kitchen features high-end GE Profile appliances, custom cabinetry with accessible reach, and a spacious quartz countertop island with a touchless faucet ideal for entertaining. The primary suite is a private sanctuary complete with a roll-in shower, accessible vanity, and generous closet space ready to be customized. Step outside to an extended covered lanai featuring a resort-style saltwater pool and spa with LED color-changing lights, also designed for easy entry with a sun shelf and wide steps. A true outdoor oasis enclosed with 20/20 no-see-um screening making it the perfect place to relax or entertain in Sarasota’s year-round sunshine. Impact windows and doors and a whole home generator offer added security and peace of mind. The extended 3-car garage is air-conditioned and strategically crafted to meet all your needs, featuring built-in cabinetry, overhead storage, durable epoxy flooring, and impressive 9-foot skylit garage doors. Lakehouse Cove is a vibrant community offering residents amenities that include a fitness center, clubhouse, resort-style pool and spa, cabanas, pickleball and bocce ball courts, dog park, nature trails, boathouse with kayak launch, and a water taxi to Waterside Place. The community provides residents with a variety of activities and social groups to enjoy together, in addition to being located nearby dining, shopping, cultural attractions, top-rated schools, and Sarasota’s most popular beaches. This one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy modern luxury that welcomes all.