Beautiful, updated and immaculate, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo home is in peaceful, private, gated and secure Lake Vista. This community enjoys maintenance-free, resort-style living in a premium Lakewood Ranch location. This inviting second-floor unit (there is an inside elevator) is situated in a wooded preserve area, creating a treehouse feel as one enters the front door and is met by the view. The one-story floor plan has 1762 square feet of living space. The Great Room layout ensures lots of entertainment and living options. There is a large, screened lanai overlooking the wooded area, complete with electric sunshades to ensure maximum comfort and year-round use. All windows and door sliders have impact resistant glass. An assigned parking space as well as an adjacent storage unit is located on the first floor, underneath the building for ease of coming and going! Both spots are adjacent to the inside entry of the building. Some of the goodies of this unit: High ceilings with crown molding and tray ceilings. All counters are granite; All floors are tile or laminate (no carpet) for ease of maintenance. The large Primary suite boasts a generous, spa-like bath with separate tub, walk-in shower, dual sinks and a large walk-in closet (the extra shelves are easily removed). The other two bedrooms, one of which Is perfectly situated for an office or den, are tucked away nicely from the Primary Suite. Lake Vista has a dynamic Clubhouse, complete with a lounge area, entertaining kitchen, fitness center, huge community pool and spa, and outside gathering areas. Take a short walk to LWR "Main Street" as well as Nature's Trail, where you will find multiple restaurants, interesting shops, theatres and, frequently, special events. Nearby is the newly developed Waterside Place, with tons more dining, shopping and various activities to check out. And of course – the UTC Mall, Benderson Park, Lakewood Ranch Hospital, Sarasota/Bradenton Airport, Mote Marine Aquarium – all just minutes away. Come check this beauty out and get moving!