6503 Big Bayou Dr, Sarasota, Florida
List Price: $575,000
MLS Number: A4658036

Move-In Ready, Heavily Upgraded Home with Water Views in a Premier Gated Florida Community. Skip the wait of new construction--this beautifully upgraded, nearly new home is ready for immediate enjoyment! Featuring 3 bedrooms plus a versatile den, this open-concept split floor plan offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and Florida lifestyle. The home showcases high-quality luxury vinyl flooring, crown molding, tray ceilings, and top-of-the-line finishes throughout. Entertaining is effortless with a spacious extended lanai that includes a custom outdoor kitchen and grill, all overlooking a tranquil pond. Enjoy added privacy and security with a fully fenced yard and impact-rated windows adorned with plantation shutters and automatic shades on the triple-panel hurricane sliders. Additional premium features include: Gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, large island, and walk-in pantry, indoor/outdoor built-in speaker system, Portable gas generator hook-up, water filtration system, high-end ceiling fans and fixtures throughout. The expansive great room and serene owner's suite both offer picturesque pond views. Two additional bedrooms share a guest bathroom on the opposite side of the home, and the den provides flexible space for a fourth bedroom, home office, or hobby room. Situated in a sought-after, gated maintenance-free Neal community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including: Clubhouse and multiple pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center and miles of walking/biking trails, through scenic nature preserves, and a dog park. All of this comes with low HOA fees in a prime location--just east of I-75 and minutes from world-famous Siesta Key Beach. Enjoy quick access to upscale shopping, dining (from gourmet to waterfront tiki bars), and all the best Sarasota has to offer. This is more than a home--it's your gateway to the Florida lifestyle. Schedule your private tour today!