SPECTACULAR CUSTOM HOME in a PRIVATE SETTING on 1.3 ACRES with SERENE WOODED VISTAS in PRESERVE AT PANTHER RIDGE! Beautifully designed by Mark Cahill Homes, this custom residence evokes the best of Florida living gracefully blending unique design and casual outdoor living. Architectural design and updated interior feature soaring 20' great room ceiling and stone finish floor to ceiling fireplace, 2nd floor balcony, generous built-ins, crown molding, cylindrical columns and on trend plank porcelain in the great room, dining room, kitchen and owners suite. French doors from the great room and kitchen open to your expansive screened lanai, under roof gathering area and sparkling heated pool with ledge seating, waterfall and spa to enjoy special times with family and friends or to simply relax. You will love the spacious dine-in kitchen with gorgeous granite countertops, stone backsplash, stainless steel appliances, center island and wood cabinets with crown molding. Retreat to the 1st floor owner's suite with access to your outdoor living space, tranquil views, walk-in shower, jetted tub, dual bowl vanity and built-in closet. Desirable split plan design features a 1st floor bedroom and bath, ideal for family members or guests, and the study provides a place for quiet reflection, home office or your favorite pursuits. The second level is designed with balcony overlooking great room and 2 spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets and a convenient Jack N Jill bath. Newly updated in 2020 are the CertainTeed Roof, PGT Impact Windows on the 2nd floor, gorgeous Front Entry Door, Exterior Paint, Pool Pump, Spa Pump, Lanai Rescreened and Lanai Resurfaced! Expansive driveway to your 3 car outside load garage, gutters, central vacuum, 3 year old 80 gallon hot water heater, carbon water filtration, 225' well and zoned HVAC system complete this fabulous home, along with an American Home Shield Warranty! Panther Ridge features miles of trails, tennis and basketball courts, playground and covered pavilion. This quiet sanctuary is a rare opportunity offering wonderful spaces for time shared together or apart, natural outdoor beauty, nearby recreational activities and great schools, just minutes from shopping, dining, Premiere Sports Campus, Benderson Rowing Park, UTC Shopping Mall and I-75 to travel north and south. You will enjoy easy access to SRQ Airport, downtown Sarasota's bayfront, boutique shopping, diverse cuisine, cultural venues and gorgeous Gulf Coast Beaches!