186 TURQUOISE LANE This Lee Wetherington built maintenance free home is nestled in the Emerald Woods section of The Oaks Preserve. Enter through the double doors with leaded glass, and you will find a wonderful open floor plan. This home is move-in ready. From country chic to ultra-modern, your furnishings will fit the neutral palate of the updated and beautifully maintained interior. With 3 bedrooms (or 2 bedrooms and an office/den) and 2 baths, it is spacious and charming, with many features including tray ceilings, crown molding, plantation shutters, ceiling fans, a NEW ROOF, FULL HURRICANE PROTECTION AND A 2 CAR GARAGE WITH CAR LIFT. The kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wide expanse of stone counters, white cabinets, breakfast bar and pantry will delight any home chef. The breakfast nook has large windows offering a view of the pool and the foliage beyond. The great room runs the length of the house, with the living room on one end and a formal dining area on the other. The master bedroom with gleaming wood floors has a sitting area with sliding door to the lanai, The en suite master bathroom features include dual sinks, abundant counter and storage space and a separate walk-in shower. The good-sized second bedroom is carpeted, has a large closet and a beautiful window with custom plantation shutters. The big third bedroom with wood floors is currently being used as an office/den. Outside you will find a lovely oasis. The screened lanai is surrounded by greenery making this area peaceful and private. It has a covered area for dining, a saltwater pool and hot tub. Emerald Woods is a small enclave with sidewalks and tree lined streets. Membership in The Oaks Club is required with homeownership. With two 18- hole challenging championship golf courses, 12 HarTru tennis courts (4 lighted), a regulation croquet lawn, pickleball courts and a junior Olympic community swimming pool, recreational offerings abound. INITIATION FEES GOING UP ON 2/1/2025. BUY NOW BEFORE THE INCREASE The culinary program is exceptional with three onsite restaurants offering an endless variety of year-round dining options. Add in a celebrated social calendar, and you know you have found the perfect place to live an incredible lifestyle on the gorgeous Gulf Coast.