17113 1ST DRIVE E The proof is in the pudding in this half acre and sought after Rye Wilderness Neighborhood pond and preserve view estate home. With breathtaking views of the long double pond views, larger lanai, pristine pool, and federal preserve Rye Wilderness Park.  NO CDD's, LOW HOA fees and top-rated schools. Gorgeous Osprey model having high ceilings and a flowing floor plan, tile roof, side load entry three car garage, and paver driveway. A lovely four-bedroom, three bath, + office home that shows like a model! The gourmet kitchen features granite counters, solid wood cabinetry, vented outside, island, Stainless Steel appliances and a breakfast bar, opening to the large family room with surround speaker system bringing this space as a theatre, musical session space and perfect for entertaining. The separate living, and dining areas feature volume trey ceilings with warm neutral tones, eight-foot doors, natural light from forward and back in these rooms and of course tile floors thru out the entire home. Large sliding doors bring the splendid pool with pond view together with the living area as well as the largest lanai of any other model in this neighborhood. The master suite is spacious with his and her closets along with a luxurious bathroom that includes a separate shower, dual sinks and a garden tub to relax the evening. The spacious laundry/mud room can be used for additional storage or multi-use. In addition to all of this, this home has a sizeable paver drive area. Rye Wilderness is well placed and just minutes to the interstate, with Lakewood Ranch to the south, equally to Sarasota downtown and St Pete downtown, Anna Maria Island/Holmes your direct beach, but local to several other world-famous beaches, near UTC mall, Costco, Restaurants and shopping. An hour to Tampa for your bigger city needs. Come to find this rare gem in this amazing area to make your forever home.