Enjoy luxurious comfort in this beautifully designed and tastefully upgraded Todd Johnston former model home overlooking the preserve in the premier 24/7 gated community of University Park Country Club.  The open floor plan offers an elegant entryway that leads you to the spacious outdoor living area with pocket sliders, hurricane shutters and hurricane tevlar shade for lanai, newly upgraded pavers, heated self-regulating salt-water pool complete with spa and outdoor kitchen with new grill and fans with a  convenient half bath off the patio.  Indoor premium finishes include new paint throughout, cozy gas fireplace, 10-ft ceilings, newer plank porcelain flooring, new fans & lighting. Chef's kitchen with new gas cooktop in 2023 features center island, granite, pantry & wood cabinets.  New roof in 2022 & landscape updated in 2024.  Two-car garage has a wall of storage cabinets and storage racks throughout.  UP Country Club offers exceptional amenities featuring 27 holes of championship golf, tennis courts, pickleball courts, fitness center, croquet as well as social groups & activities.  UPCC maintains a clubhouse, outdoor cafe that includes fire pits, and the Park Grille restaurant.  Only minutes to shopping & restaurants, close to downtown Sarasota and our beautiful beaches and only minutes to Sarasota Airport (SRQ).  Welcome to Paradise!