Beautiful Winding River home situated on a private 0.74 acre lot. The large backyard is shaded by majestic oak trees, creating a peaceful setting ideal for relaxing or entertaining around the fire pit. Features include artificial turf with a soccer practice area, metal fenced side yard for pets, a new storage shed on a slab, and a paver walkway connecting the lanai to the yard. Oversized lanai has a 48x10 vaulted cage plus expansive under roof lanai space, flooring is brick pavers. The lanai is ...Beautiful Winding River home situated on a private 0.74 acre lot. The large backyard is shaded by majestic oak trees, creating a peaceful setting ideal for relaxing or entertaining around the fire pit. Features include artificial turf with a soccer practice area, metal fenced side yard for pets, a new storage shed on a slab, and a paver walkway connecting the lanai to the yard. Oversized lanai has a 48x10 vaulted cage plus expansive under roof lanai space, flooring is brick pavers. The lanai is also equipped with a water-misting system, perfect for cooling off on warm Florida days.This home is loaded with upgrades and thoughtful enhancements, tray ceilings, porcelain tile floors, crown molding, a Rachio smart irrigation controller, EcoFlow battery backup system, whole house water filter, plus a security system. Oversized 3 car garage features its own mini-split A/C system. and a 3rd garage door that opens to the side yard. A buried, owned propane tank, services the cooktop and tankless water heater. Striking iron double front doors with glass panels create a grand entrance, with additional matching doors throughout the home, including the primary suite, kitchen nook, and game room/office, all opening to outdoor living spaces. A set of antique French wooden doors adds a unique and elegant touch at the primary bedroom entrance.The primary bathroom features a new custom vanity, updated lighting, and illuminated medicine cabinets. A hidden bookcase door off the kitchen nook leads to the private game room/office, offering both charm and functionality. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Wolf gas cooktop, range, convection oven, and microwave. It also features new waterfall quartz countertops, porcelain backsplash, and a granite farmhouse sink with new faucet. Newly expanded kitchen pantry. Built in 2016 by McKenzie Homes with 3,166 sq ft of living space. This single-level residence offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, plus a den and game room/office (with a private bath) Den has new iron sliding doors with frosted glass. Great room has 4 sliders that pocket and open to the covered lanai. Spacious laundry room with granite counters, utility sink, and newly expanded storage cabinets. The home has been freshly painted inside and out and includes new lighting fixtures, ceiling fans (6 interior, 3 exterior), and upgraded finishes throughout. The living room showcases custom floating shelves, wall sconces, and a stone electric-start fireplace. Additional features include high ceilings, impact windows, a multi-zone Trane A/C system, and WiFi controlled landscape lighting. Majority of the front landscaping is new, palms, edging, and rocks.Winding River is a NO CDD family-friendly community with spacious properties, several acres of shared space, natural surroundings, exceptional curb appeal, and private boat access to the Manatee River. Conveniently located near I-75 and just minutes from shopping and dining at The Marketplace at Heritage Harbour, including Costco, Target, Whole Foods (coming soon), and much more. Easy access to SR 64 provides direct route to the Gulf beaches. This is a truly exceptional property offering privacy, luxury upgrades, and a one-of-a-kind living experience.