8253 Grande Shores Drive Sarasota, FL 34240

Discover unparalleled luxury and thoughtful design in this meticulously crafted home located in Lakehouse Cove at Waterside Place. From the moment you step through the foyer, a designer chandelier welcomes you into an inviting entryway that sets the tone for the home’s elegance. The expansive great room is adorned with soaring ceilings with exposed beams and a wall of sliders for indoor and outdoor living. A striking barn door reveals a versatile bonus room, ideal as a home office, fitness studio, or media retreat. This space boasts a wood accent wall, convenient lanai access, and a thoughtfully designed powder room that doubles as a pool bath. Built-in illuminated display shelves lead to the formal dining room, creating the perfect ambiance for hosting. The kitchen features custom cream-colored cabinetry that beautifully complements the tile flooring, Cambria quartz countertops, an elegant tile backsplash, and GE stainless steel appliances. At the center, a striking island showcases rich wood cabinetry, seating, and three designer pendant lights. Adding to the kitchen, a breakfast nook offers a beadboard accent wall and a large window with a built-in bench seat. The luxurious primary suite showcases a stunning accent wall, a large picture window, and two walk-in closets with custom organization. The primary bath exudes elegance, featuring dual sinks with Cambria quartz countertops, abundant custom cabinetry, a private water closet, and an expansive walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling custom tile, dual showerheads, and two windows. Two generously sized guest bedrooms offer large windows and ample closet space. The shared, beautifully designed full bath is complete with designer wallpaper, a vanity with a Cambria quartz countertop, and a tub/shower adorned with custom tile extending to the ceiling. Step outside to the expansive lanai, where a panoramic screen frames tranquil preserve views, offering a perfect backdrop for outdoor living. Entertain at the fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a Paradise grill, beverage cooler, sink, and plenty of seating. Unwind in the above-ground spa or enjoy evenings around the built-in fire pit. Motorized Kevlar hurricane screens provide peace of mind, while a fenced-in area ensures a safe space for pets or children. The laundry room features a wallpaper accent wall, abundant custom cabinetry, a sink, Cambria quartz and butcherblock countertops, and a window that fills the space with natural light. The oversized three-car garage has epoxy flooring, ceiling-mounted storage, and an air-conditioned Florida basement for additional storage. Additional upgrades include custom-trimmed ceilings with crown molding, engineered hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room, bonus room, and all bedrooms, a whole-house generator, central vacuum system, isocyanate insulation in the exterior walls and garage attic, and multiple storage closets. As a resident of Lakehouse Cove, you'll enjoy an amenity-rich lifestyle with a clubhouse, resort-style pool and spa, cabanas, fire pits, pickleball, and bocce ball courts, a 24-hour fitness center, scenic trails, nature preserves, and lakes. Residents enjoy a complimentary water taxi to Waterside Place Marina for shopping, dining, and entertainment, along with proximity to The Mall at University Town Center, Lakewood Ranch Main Street, and easy access to I-75. This meticulously designed home delivers the ultimate Lakewood Ranch lifestyle.