Welcome to this exceptional five bedroom, five and a half bath home located in Laurel Oak, one of Sarasota's premier gated golf course communities. With over 5,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed and updated living space complete with a gym and dedicated office this home seamlessly blends family, form and function. The feeling of spaciousness is evident from the moment you enter, with 10 12 ft ceilings throughout creating an open and airy atmosphere. The refined design creates a space for everyone from formal living and dining areas to cozy spaces to rest and relax. The heart of the home is the renovated gourmet kitchen, featuring a 12 ft island, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, six burner gas cooktop, pot filler, soft close drawers, and a shiplap ceiling that adds a touch of charm. With multiple eating areas and a built in banquette you can entertain a crowd or have a quiet dinner. Adjacent to the kitchen you'll find multiple living areas perfect to customize into your gameroom or family room. A true split plan the primary suite offers a nearby private study/den, custom closet, dual vanities and walk in shower. You'll be impressed with the size of the four additional bedrooms and baths along with the closets! Enjoy the dedicated gym or repurpose to a craft room or second office. Outdoors, you'll find entertaining at its best with an updated and oversized saltwater pool, spa, and a summer kitchen perfect for hosting family and friends. The 3/4 of an acre lot offers privacy and plenty of room for playtime! This home is packed with thoughtful upgrades, including a whole house generator (2024) partially outfitted with impact windows, EV charger and a state of the art HALO water filtration system. The property also features a circular driveway, tile roof (2017), mature landscaping, oversized sidewalks and local wildlife. Plus, the home is located in a non flood zone, offering extra peace of mind. Nestled within the highly sought after Laurel Oak Country Club, this home is part of a prestigious community of 405 homes set on over 800 acres of pristine natural beauty. Residents enjoy Florida living at it's best with 24 hour guard gated security and miles of oversized walking and bike paths. Club membership (optional) offers access to two Gary Player designed golf courses, Har Tru tennis courts, swim center and a beautiful clubhouse offering premier dining and social amenities.