Lakeside living at its finest! Meticulously maintained and move in ready, this inviting 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom 1873 sqft home features the popular dover flex floor plan with 2 flex spaces ideal for open plan entertaining, a home office, or den. Recent updates include garage door opener(2025), water heater pressure valve(2025), front entrance and rear lanai remote hurricane screens(2023), garage and lanai floor resurfacing(2023), spa heater(2023), garage door(2022), hvac(2022), roof(2021), (10) impact windows(2018), and whole home surge protection / whole home alarm system professionally installed, providing peace of mind for years to come. The open concept layout is designed for comfort and style and flows seamlessly from the kitchen to the formal dining area and living room, enhanced by ceramic tile laid on the diagonal throughout, double tray ceilings, and corn molding. The peacefully positioned and spacious owners retreat offers a walk in closet, dual vanities, and a step in shower. Carpets in the bedrooms, den, and formal living room were cleaned december 2025. Three separate sliding glass doors open to the oversized lanai, where peaceful lake and preserve views create the perfect setting for relaxation or entertaining. The enlarged screened lanai and inground spa invite you to enjoy florida living year round. Ownership in the carlyle at the villages of palm aire offers residents a heated community pool, playground, and a versatile sports court for tennis, pickleball, and basketball, all within a deed restricted community with lush landscaping, low hoa dues, no cdd fees, a pet friendly setting, and not a 55+ community. An added bonus to ownership is the option to join the palm aire country club, featuring an olympic size swimming pool, two 18 hole championship courses, a clubhouse with dining, eight lighted har tru tennis courts, a state of the art fitness center, and a playground. Family friendly with a mix of residents and organized activities such as book clubs and bunco, this home is conveniently located near the sarasota bradenton international airport, university town center, local shopping and dining, and the beautiful renowned gulf coast beaches. Schedule your private showing today and come experience firsthand the comfort, views, and lifestyle this exceptional home and community offersyou wont want to miss it.