5853 Carriage Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243

You have found your move-in ready home in Mote Ranch, one of the most sought after areas in Sarasota! This 3BR,2BA open floor plan home is situated on a sparkling lake where you will see wildlife, beautiful water birds & sunsets over the water daily! Lots of updates: High-end kitchen with full-depth French door refrigerator, induction stove & ultra-quiet dishwasher, along with water filtration & softening systems, Plantation shutters & Rainbird irrigation system. The kitchen, laundry room & all bathrooms were updated in 2013 with solid wood cabinets. Porcelain tile floors throughout the living area & plush carpet in the bedrooms. The kitchen has plenty of counter space, upper & lower cabinet lighting, vibrant granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. The laundry room has lots cabinets with tons of storage, granite counter, wine cooler, large utility sink. 2-car garage boasts built-in cabinets for more storage. The large en-suite Master Bedroom opens to the lanai & views of the lake. The master bath boasts a double vanity, separate bathtub & shower. Mote Ranch is an ideal location, minutes to UTC shopping & downtown Sarasota & the many cultural events in Sarasota. It is a friendly, serene neighborhood close to I75, beaches & restaurants galore. You will love the amenities offered in Mote Ranch to include a Community Rec Center with nature trail, kayak/canoe launch leads to the Braden River, pool, playground, a private sitting & fishing dock. Need golf? Optional membership to nearby Palm Aire​​‌​​​​‌​​‌‌​​​‌​​‌‌​‌​‌​‌​​​​‌‌​‌​​​‌​​ CC!