CUSTOM DESIGNED BY DON TRAURIG . . . FAIRWAY VIEWS OF 5TH HOLE . . . CUSTOM DESIGNED KITCHEN ISLAND . . . REMODELED AND BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED . . . 15' CEILINGS . . . SOLID MAPLE CABINETS . . . 5 SKYLIGHTS . . . GRANITE COUNTERTOPS THROUGHOUT . . . HUNTER DOUGLAS WINDOW TREATMENTS . . . SHELL STONE FIREPLACE . . . OPEN FLOOR PLAN . . . HEATED POOL AND HOT TUB . . . ABUNDANT STORAGE . . . Welcome to this custom-designed home by Don Traurig in the desirable Misty Oaks neighborhood of Palm Aire Country Club. Set along the 5th fairway of the Lakes Course, this thoughtfully updated residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a dedicated office and an oversized garage with a golf cart bay and air-conditioned workshop. Step through the signature solid wood double doors into a light-filled great room with soaring 15-ft ceilings, a floating shell stone fireplace with stainless kaleidoscope design surround and five new impact-rated VELUX skylights. The adjacent wet bar adds the perfect touch for entertaining. The kitchen boasts solid maple cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, a downdraft cooktop, stainless backsplash and a backlit glass-block island with wine rack. Abundant storage includes a pantry, broom closet, pull-out drawers, lazy Susans and a cabinet-depth fridge. Indoor living flows seamlessly to the screened lanai with a free-form heated pool, gas spa and resurfaced paver deck. The primary suite is a private retreat with a 12-ft closet and second walk-in closet, linen closet and pet/stain-resistant carpet. The ensuite bath features Travertine marble, maple cabinet vanities, a whirlpool tub and frameless glass shower. Double pocket doors open to an office with a modular desk/storage unit and sideboard that are included. A sliding glass door gives a view of 5th fairway. The second bedroom, used as a media room, has a walk-in closet and ensuite access to a full bath with a custom designed marble counter, floating underlit vanity, vessel sink, frameless shower and adjacent linen closet. The third bedroom offers a walk-in closet and serene pool, garden and fairway views. Major upgrades include a 2022 roof with GAF 50-year transferable warranty and hurricane-rated underlayment, hurricane shutters (including locking office slider) and a 2022 wind mitigation report for insurance savings. There are two HVAC systems, two water heaters and an instant hot water unit at the kitchen sink. The oversized garage includes an air-conditioned workshop with built-in cabinets and utility sink. It has access to a floored attic with stand-up headroom. Additional highlights include ceiling speakers in the great room, lanai and primary bedroom, motion lighting, security system, attic TV antenna, Frontier internet and Xfinity wiring. Extensive tropical landscaping, a custom bronze heron fountain and an irrigation system on a separate meter complete the setting. Optional memberships are available at Palm Aire Country Club, a golf-cart-friendly community. Misty Oaks has low HOA dues and NO CDD. Located just west of I-75 near SRQ Airport, UTC, downtown Sarasota and Gulf beaches. All information provided by the sellers is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Buyers are encouraged to verify all information independently.