One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Don't miss the opportunity to live waterfront in one of Lakewood Ranch's most popular gated communities, Country Club East. Surrounded by a vibrant and growing Lakewood Ranch community that offers an ever-expanding range of amenities, residents of the luxurious and modern maintenance-free Clubside also have access to a community fitness center, resort-style pools, club room, and outdoor grilling stations. This beautiful ground-floor split-bedroom condo is situated in a prime location with stunning views of nature from the living areas and tiled & screened lanai, which is a perfect place to enjoy sunrise with your morning cup of joe or wind down your evenings with a cocktail of your choice. The modern open-concept kitchen features crisp quartz countertops with subtle veining, providing an elegant and timeless look that complements the surrounding cabinetry, backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances. There's also a convenient walk-in pantry that provides ample storage space, while the kitchen's island serves as a central hub for food preparation and socializing, as well as a breakfast bar for casual dining. The primary bedroom is a serene oasis with a large window with unobstructed views of the water, a separate lanai entrance, a walk-in closet, and a tasteful ensuite bath with a dual sink vanity, private water closet, and a walk-in tiled shower. What's more, the attached garage makes it easy to hop in and out of the car to take advantage of all the shopping, dining, A-rated hospitals & schools facilities, hiking/biking trails, and entertainment options that one of the best-selling multi-generational communities in the U.S., as well as nearby Bradenton & Sarasota, have to offer; Then, when it's time to explore the Suncoast, a quick jaunt to I-75 and you're on your way to St. Pete/Tampa or Ft. Myers/Naples, including the world-renowned beaches on Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Anna Maria Island.