The Meadows has captured the attention of discerning buyers for over 40 years. An oasis of 1,600 acres of park like, oak studded green space, 80+ shimmering lakes, 15 miles of scenic walking/fitness and biking trails, set around a private country club with 3 golf courses, tennis facility with 17 Har-Tru tennis courts, new pickleball, dining and brand new fitness center equipped with the newest equipment. Residents within the community are able to optionally join the MCC on a variety of equity memberships as golf, tennis or social members or residents can obtain an access card at no cost enabling them to use golf on a pay to play basis, use of the Jr Olympic pool, fitness center, some dining etc. Located on the perimeter of the UTC corridor residents have easy and convenient access to the very latest dining, shopping entertainment and recreation venues in the area. The Meadows is positioned with easy access to the pristine beaches, beautiful waterfront and downtown of Sarasota, the opera, ballet, Ringling museum, Selby Botanical Gardens and new Aquarium by Mote Marine at UTC. This home has incredible bones for those desiring to remodel and complete a spectacular home for family, friends and entertaining. A spacious floorplan with wood floors, ample room sizes and features that are waiting for your custom remodel ideas. From the large circular drive to the huge covered lanai area, vaulted caged 25 x 14 pool, as well as adjoining caged patio this home is set up for entertaining guests. The open familyroom/ kitchen/ great room features wood burning fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Master bedroom has his and her walk-in closets, spacious bath area features separate jetted tub, shower and dual vanities. The oversized garage provides lots of room for vehicles and your big boy toys. It even features separate drive and door for golf cart or motorcycle. This King built home has been tenderly cared for , providing outstanding golf and lake views and has been very well maintained with new roof, new 80 gallon top of line water heater, new pex water supply lines , whole house Halo water filtration, water softner.