3848 ROYAL HAMMOCK BOULEVARD THIS HOME WILL GET YOUR VOTE! This former model home is the epitome of casual elegance, where peace of mind is possible due to a BRAND NEW BARREL TILE ROOF, hurricane shutters, gas water heaters, and soothing preserve views. This one-story gem has been high and dry through all hurricanes and storms and boasts 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths... PLUS an office AND a bonus room. The open floorpan is designed for both entertaining and privacy, ensuring that everyone has both room to gather together and personal space to retreat. It has 3348 sf under air and is complemented by a 3-car side-facing garage. ** The updated gourmet kitchen, adorned with quartz countertops and a gas range, is a culinary enthusiast's dream, and the new addition of a bar area, featuring dual wine fridges and a stylish natural edge acacia wood counter, inspires the mixologist in you. The bonus room in the back is next to a full bathroom and bedroom, and could easily be used as a mother-in-law suite. It would also perfect as an exercise studio, Zen den, gaming room, podcast studio, a second office, a movie theater, mancave, crafting room, or even as an additional guest room. ** The expansive pavered lanai is stunning with a perfect balance of shade and sun, a sparkling HEATED POOL AND SPA, an outdoor Florida kitchen with gas grill, gas fireplace, dining space, and outdoor living room. The custom office, featuring exquisite built-in cabinetry, is perfect for remote work or creative pursuits, and the feature wall makes for an excellent Zoom backdrop. **RECENT UPDATES include a brand-new barrel tile roof with TRANSFERRABLE WARRANTY, zoned HVAC system, a kitchen refresh, the addition of the bar area, and pool heater and pump. ADDITIONAL UPGRADES: 8 foot doors, double crown molding, coffered ceilings, designer lighting, pocketing sliders, gas water heaters. ** Safe and sound in the gated community of The Hammocks and nestled within a serene preserve, this property is biking distance to Rothenbach Park, the Classical Academy and Lakeside Academy, and is also situated in an excellent public school district (Tatum Ridge Elementary, McIntosh Middle, Sarasota High). There is a bus stop for Pine View School for the Gifted that is biking distance, as well. For the athletes, it’s just minutes to five different golf clubs (Laurel Oak, which also has tennis and pickleball) plus NXGen Indoor Golf Studio. Experience the perfect blend of quality, space, and location in this exceptional, move-in-ready home!