This fabulous 6 bedroom + den + loft home is both spacious and stylish with no expense spared on the upgrades and finishes. One of Taylor Morrison’s most popular floorplans, the elegant yet functional layout of the Hemmingway III model enables family and friends to enjoy open plan living, cooking and dining together as well as ample additional space in the second-floor loft and workspace, and even a media room! The outdoor living space is spectacular with a huge pool and spa set in front of a beautiful firepit feature, lush landscaping, elegant brick pavers, a spacious covered dining and lounging area with outdoor kitchen with natural gas grill. The yard offers complete privacy since it backs onto a preserve. The first floor comprises a large 20 ft high foyer with a formal dining room, an office and a powder room, and opens to a lovely light filled two story living room and huge kitchen with two islands topped with 3-inch mitered Aria quartzite with waterfall edges. Chefs will appreciate the amount of high-quality cabinet space in the kitchen, the gas range with griddle and pot filler, two full-size sinks, a full pantry, and dry bar. The GE Monogram appliances in the kitchen are both good looking and functional - the French door refrigerator includes instant hot water. There is both countertop seating and an informal eating area for everyday meals. The primary suite overlooks the pool deck and the ensuite bathroom has two closets, a separate WC, dual sinks, plus a vanity, a soaking tub, and a floor-to-ceiling tiled shower with 3 separate shower heads. The second floor comprises of a huge loft with 3 bedrooms - two of which have walk-in closets - a media room and a bathroom. A landing overlooking the main living area connects the loft to two additional bedrooms and a work/study space with a shared bathroom and a separate sink and walk in closet. The 2.5 car garage features custom flooring, racks, EV outlet and storage racks. While this preserve lot offers complete privacy, this home is surrounded by a vibrant, active neighborhood where homeowners gather to enjoy the amenities: resort-style pool, playground, hot tub, grill area, kid’s waterpark with slide, dog park, and a covered pavilion. A-rated public schools, easy access to the recreational Legacy Trail, and the proximity to the white sands of Siesta Beach and the I-75 corridor make Arbor Lakes a fabulous choice for the very best that Sarasota has to offer.