Eagle Trace is a *maintenance free, gated community, located near the north end of Lakewood Ranch. This master planned community of 272 homes sits on 104 acres, much of which is dedicated to preserving nature. Neighborhood amenities include a community center with a swimming pool, spa, tennis courts, playground and outdoor entertainment area with gas grill and covered seating area and NO CDD FEES in this neighborhood. The community also includes 2 parks for your best dog friend. You are sure to be impressed with this Bright Meadow floor plan by Neal Signature Homes with over 2,300 sq ft. of living space. It was awarded “Best Kitchen” and “Best Floorplan” by the Parade of Homes. This home features 3 bedrooms, plus a flex room that can be used as an office or guest bedroom, and 2.5 bathrooms. The owner spared no expense, adding the optional pool bathroom, split vanity in the owner's suite, extended the 3-car garage, added a Halo water treatment system, a Generac whole home generator and extended lanai and pool. Interior finish upgrades included plantation shutters, crown moldings, designer level carpets in the bedrooms, premium vinyl flooring in the den, laundry room cabinets and recessed lighting in the bedrooms. The floor plan features an oversized family room with lots of natural light that opens to a spacious kitchen and dining area. The kitchen's white cabinets are complimented by the gray solid surface countertops and glass accent tile backsplash. Other elements of the kitchen include an oversized walk-in pantry, large island with 29” wide single bowl undermount sink, upgraded slate (smudge-proof) stainless appliances, including a range with convection double oven option and under cabinet lighting. Just off the family room is a sizeable den with corner window featuring custom pleated shades accented with designer drapery panels and a rich tone vinyl wood floor. The owner's suite with en-suite bathroom is very spacious and bright with many windows that allow you to take in scenic views of the nature preserve and lanai. The spacious bathroom functions well with 2 separate vanities, walk-in corner shower, private toilet closet and two walk-in closets. Secondary bedrooms also feature designer carpets in taupe tone, window treatments, large walk-in closets, recessed lights and lots of natural light. The half bath is conveniently located next to the lanai and pool area and the laundry room is located near secondary bedrooms and garage. The 3-car garage includes a laundry sink and 2 Lift Master garage door openers, and 2 Onrax overhead storage racks (standing cabinets do not convey). Request a furniture feature sheet for items included. *Maintenance includes mowing, fertilizing, trimming and mulch only. Come see for yourself what everyone is talking about. This community is conveniently located near University Town Center Mall, Benderson Park, Waterside Village Town Center and Lakewood Main St Shoppes and Dining. It is approx. 45 miles to Tampa and approx. 25 miles to Florida's best gulf coast beaches, Lido Key, Siesta Key Beach and Holmes Beach.