LAKEWOOD RANCH GOLF MEMBERSHIP IS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE WITH THIS HOME and BUYER WILL NOT HAVE TO BE ON THE WAIT LIST! This lovely custom built Arthur Rutenberg home is located in one of the most desirable sub-divisions in nationally acclaimed Lakewood Ranch community of Country Club East , with over 3200 square feet, this lovely three bedroom, three bath home is situated on close to a half-acre features a 3-car, side-facing garage and a fully screened lanai with saltwater pool and spa and a well-equipped summer kitchen, two covered loggias for outdoor entertainment, and a fully fenced backyard. Inside, a spacious master bedroom with sitting area and two walk-in closets leads to a master bath with separate vanities, a large Roman shower, soaking tub and a French door to outdoor living space. The “great room” adjoins a kitchen highlighted by ample cabinetry, granite counters, a walk-in pantry, GE Monogram and Cafe appliances, pot filler, and a wine fridge. Dinette area in the kitchen supplements a more formal dining room. A large office is complimented by glass French doors with plantations shutters, while the over-sized bonus/flex room with wet bar provides options for a TV room/game room, or a fourth bedroom. A discerning buyer will appreciate the 18×18-inch tiled flooring, the double glass entry door, impact glass windows and doors, tankless water heater, zoned HVAC systems, crown molding, tray ceilings, rounded interior corners, and the “pocket” sliding doors that provide an open and easy transition from the great room and kitchen to the outdoor entertainment area. Custom landscaping, outdoor lighting! Country Club East provides residents gated-community living, three community pools, fitness center, community club house, close to world-class shopping, dining, Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island, medical facilities, beaches, and airports.