Situated at the end of a cul-de-sac behind the gates of The Oaks, this 4 bedroom home w/1 bedroom guest house has 2 offices, four full and two half baths, exudes warmth and charm. Beautifully set on a 26,000 ft2 verdant lot, the rich vegetation gives the home a feeling of calm, tropical privacy. Meticulously maintained and beautifully updated, this home is perfect for every-day-living, and entertaining. The center island kitchen features quartz countertops. Plan your meals at the built in chef's desk or work on your laptop as your loved ones sit at the breakfast bar at the start of a busy day. Or enjoy your first cup of coffee in the breakfast nook, with large aquarium windows, and look out on the lovely pool with pavered deck, and the lush landscaping beyond. The family room, just off the kitchen, has pocket sliders to the poolside covered terrace. The formal living with fireplace, and dining room, also open to the terrace. The spacious and luxurious master suite, and two guest suites are located on the first floor. Upstairs you will find a large bonus room, with private terrace, that has the potential to be used in any number of ways. Will it be your library, study, studio, or used as another bedroom suite? The possibilities are endless. The one bedroom guest cottage has a private entrance, living room and kitchenette and views of the two lakes. A covered outdoor kitchen completes this lovely home. The recently installed back fence gives you peace of mind for your children and pets.  Membership in The Oaks, Sarasota's premier golf and country club, is required with home ownership. Featuring two championship golf courses, lighted pickleball courts, 12 HAR-TRU tennis courts (5 lighted), a state-of-the-art fitness center, croquet lawn, and a vast array of dining and social options, the Oaks is situated close to the gorgeous local beaches, and all the shopping, cultural and recreational offerings of Downtown Sarasota.