RECENTLY IMPROVED PRICE!! Set on 1.1 private acres with lake views in the quiet, deed-restricted Country Creek community, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath, 2,962 SF residence offers the space and comfort ideal for family living and hosting. The open floor plan with high and vaulted ceilings throughout creates a bright, expansive atmosphere, while the split bedroom layout, large office, and separate den provide privacy and flexibility for a growing family or multi-generational needs. All windows throughout the home have been upgraded to impact-rated, insulated, low-E windows. Ceramic tile flows throughout the home, and the kitchen serves as a natural gathering place with full quartz slab countertops, a custom oversized quartz island, and soft-close cabinetry and drawers, perfect for everyday life and holiday entertaining. The home’s scale lends itself beautifully to seasonal décor and large gatherings, with a screened pool and generous outdoor space extending the living experience. A three-car garage and extended driveway easily accommodate multiple vehicles and guests, while a metal roof installed in 2021, hurricane-grade front entrance, and thoughtfully landscaped side yard with unique plantings add peace of mind, privacy, and character. This is a home designed to grow into, celebrate in, and make lasting memories, all just minutes from Sarasota’s beaches, dining, and shopping.