Seller is offering a longer closing period to provide peace of mind for prospective buyers. This gorgeous coastal contemporary home is high and dry, located on 1/3 acre and in the X (lower risk) flood zone. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an office, this property offers tranquil water views, plentiful outdoor screened space, abundant natural light, high ceilings, and a 3 car garage...all in a gated, maintenance-free community with a fitness center! This open concept floorplan features a den/office and a sensational screened back patio overlooking a lake. you'll also find numerous upgrades, including a TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATER, gas dryer, gas range, stainless steel appliances and range hood that vent to the exterior, Nest thermostat, porcelain tile, and a CONCRETE TILE ROOF (2019) that has kept the home secure and dry through all hurricanes and storms.** But what truly sets this home apart is the breathtaking panoramic water view—your own private oasis, framed by Florida-friendly tropical landscaping, ensuring privacy and tranquility. ** The most unique feature of the home is the enormous screened-in and pavered outdoor space, perfect for creating your perfect protected outdoor space that is usable year-round. Whether you want to plant a garden free from wildlife, set up an outdoor movie theater, build a mosquito-free playspace for little ones, install a personal putting green, create a koi pond, or add a pool (there's plenty of room), the options are endless in this expansive screened outdoor area. Artistry is a gorgeous, gated neighborhood that offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with HOA fees that cover the home's grounds maintenance and access to amenities like a pool, fitness center, playground, and sports courts—all right around the corner within the community. Yes, you CAN be at the gym within 5 minutes! And morning drop-off just got easier, as there are numerous schools (TCA, Tatum RIdge Elementary, Lakeside Academy, Sarasota Military Academy) just a short drive away. And if golf is what you think of when you hear the word "drive" there are 5 excellent golf courses nearby, including Laurel Oak, Founders Club, and Gator Creek! ** You deserve to get the house you want, without having to wait through any uncertainties that come with building. This home is waiting for its new owners, so schedule your showing today!