First time on the market in a prime location! No neighbors in sight pool home with tranquil preserve views in the prestigious Highlands section of The Meadows, one of Sarasota's most sought-after neighborhoods just 15 minutes from downtown. Meandering canopied streets, a quiet cul-de-sac and a gated courtyard welcome you to this desirable great-room plan adorned by a 4-acre preserve. Ready for your personal touch, this pool home has great bones showcasing volume ceilings, natural light and walls of sliders overlooking an inviting and private lanai with pool and a lush backdrop, ideal for enjoying Florida's indoor-outdoor lifestyle every day. A spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet, soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower and walled-in patio. All on a private third of an acre and half a mile to all the fun The Meadows has to offer. A five-star location on 1,600 park-like acres, The Meadows is a resort lifestyle community 15 minutes from downtown. Residents enjoy 14 miles of biking and hiking trails, fun-filled activities, a fitness center, a Junior Olympic pool, pickleball courts, dining venues, pay-to-play on three 18-hole golf courses and a top-notch tennis complex. Its prime location places you near award-winning beaches, remarkable arts and culture, Nathan Benderson Park, the upcoming MoteSEA Aquarium, Sarasota Orchestra, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and The Mall at University Town Center, a world-class shopping, entertainment and dining destination. A fabulous Florida lifestyle awaits! In 2016, a tile roof, a 2015 air-conditioning system, block construction and above flood plain, Zone X.