7009 STANHOPE PLACE NEW TILE ROOF Installed September, 2024! Large price adjustment too! No Flooding or Hurricane damage! Beyond the gated entry, nestled in University Park you'll discover this custom Lakefront beauty with picturesque Lake views from almost every room! No Yard Work! Grounds Maintenance included in quarterly fee. Impeccable 3 Bedroom plus Bonus Room/Office; 3 Bath pool home. Spacious, casual elegant, light and bright open floor plan with volume ceilings; crown molding; tile and wood floors throughout. Every detail showing pride of ownership. The chef's kitchen offers granite countertops; center island; breakfast bar; 2 pantries; updated stainless appliances with gas range; adjoining eating area with aquarium window overlooking the pool; and custom dry bar with wine rack. Family room features a custom wall with wall mount TV and gas log fireplace. Spacious formal living and dining rooms. Owner's en-suite features a cozy bay window extension; two creative walkin closets; extra large master bath with separate vanities; large soaking tub; and glass block accented walk in shower. Split bedroom plan with adjoining baths will accommodate visiting family and friends. The rear Bonus room/office enjoys gorgeous lake views and sliders to the pool area. Entertaining is a joy in the spacious screened and covered pool area with paver deck; heated saltwateer pool and spa; accent cage lighting; outdoor grill kitchen with bar refrigerator, granite counter bar area, eating area, wall mount TV and tranquil lake views. The spacious 2 car garage offers extra refrigerator; built in storage and shelving. New 2022 AC; and Tankless Hot water heater too. This master planned; resident owned community boasts an array of amenities: 27 holes of golf; Har-Tru tennis; Pickleball courts; Fitness center; Croquet; Tree lined and lushly landscaped streets perfect for walking or biking; Clubhouse; Dining options and wide range of social activities. Community requires a yearly minimum social membership. Conveniently located to downtown Sarasota; Cultural arts; Shopping and dining. 15 minutes to the Beaches, St.Armand's Circle, Ringling Museum and more. One Visit and you will agree this is definitely award winning! Immaculate move in ready! Start enjoying the Fla lifestyle tomorrow!