Under contract-accepting backup offers. As you approach the home, you'll immediately appreciate the premium lot placement of this residence, offering relaxing pond views both from the front and rear of the home. Upon entry, you are greeted with wood-look plank tiles installed in 2019, which flow throughout most of the home. The 2nd & 3rd bedrooms are the only rooms with carpet, and the seller has installed new carpet for the future homeowners!

More recent updates can be found in the kitchen, including stylish kitchen cabinet doors and hardware, granite countertops, coordinating backsplash, and GE appliances - all purchased in 2022-23. Practical additions like pull-out trays in the lower base kitchen cabinets and an oversized closet pantry make daily living a breeze! Right off the kitchen, you'll find a pocketing sliding glass door to the larger than expected lanai area offering peaceful water views (the ducks were on cue for the photos!). The expansive lanai provides a perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal. If you're a pet lover, the backyard is already fenced, and the lanai is equipped with a pet door so your pet can easily get out into the fenced area.

Back inside the home, you'll find a spacious primary bedroom, en suite bath, and a surprisingly large walk-in closet. The home has the coveted split-plan layout to add an extra layer of privacy. Additionally, you'll find that storage won't be a concern here as linen/storage closets are strategically placed throughout the house. The laundry room offers plenty of storage as the homeowner has their choice of three sets of upper cabinets, plus 2 storage closets. The laundry room has been updated with a new sink installed in 2023.  New AC and water heater installed 2022."

Briarwood offers a great location and proximity to our beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, South Florida Museum, Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, and De Soto National Memorial, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, Tampa, and more! Briarwood features LOW HOA, NO CDD, and 2 community pools and tennis court.