Homes in the Meadows rarely come on the market, and this one comes with the best location! Walk to the Farmers Market every Sunday at the Meadows Village, drive your golf cart to the vast array of country club activities, or just relax on your lanai watching the sunset overlooking the scenic golf course. This block home is a great value with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a POOL and a 2 car garage! This spacious home offers two living space and a separate dining room all on a split floor plan. You'll spend most of your time on your oversized covered lanai surrounded by your peaceful pool and the 11th hole of the Highlands golf course. The spacious master suite offers 2 walk-in closets, large double vanity with makeup counter plus new skylights. Abundant light is found in every room as is ample storage. With 1650 acres of open space incorporating 14 miles of scenic walking/ biking trails, the Meadows offers nature and beauty. Enjoy a variety of wildlife supported by its 85 lakes and waterways plus an abundance of canopied oaks all in your "backyard". The Meadows provides an excellent location as the closest country club to downtown Sarasota, yet around the corner to UTC and Benderson Park, with all its shops, restaurants and entertainment. Within the Meadows community is the Meadows country club, although membership is not required. All homeowners gain access to several country club features such as the fitness center, water aerobics, pool with tiki bar, club restaurants and social events. Various plans are available for full membership to the club which offers 17 Har-tru lighted tennis courts and 3 golf courses. Also included in the very low HOA are pickle ball courts, playground, dog park, and 24-hour security. With so much to see and do, there is something for everyone, come see why the Meadows is the perfect place to call home. NEW ROOF INSTALLED NOV 2021! Check out the Virtual tour.