Welcome to Award Winning University Park! Beyond the gated entry, nestled in Stanhope Gate, you’ll discover this custom Lakefront beauty with picturesque Lake views from almost every room! Impeccable 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath with Bonus room/Office pool home. The double french door entry invites you to explore this spacious, casual elegant, light and bright open floor plan with volume ceilings; crown molding; tile and wood floors throughout. Every detail showing pride of ownership. The chef’s dream kitchen offers granite countertops; center island; breakfast bar; 2 pantries; updated stainless appliances including gas range; adjoining eating area with aquarium window overlooking the pool; and custom dry bar with wine rack. Family room features a custom built in wall with wall mount TV and gas log fireplace. Spacious formal living and dining rooms. Retreat to the separate owner’s en-suite with cozy bay window extension; two creative walk in closets; and extra large master bath with separate vanities; large soaking tub; and glass block accented walk in shower. Split bedroom plan with adjoining baths will accommodate visiting family and friends. The rear Bonus room/office enjoys gorgeous lake views and sliders to the covered pool area. Entertaining is a joy in the spacious screened and covered pool area featuring a paver deck; heated pool and spa; accent cage lighting; outdoor grill kitchen with bar refrigerator, granite counter bar area, eating area, wall mount TV and tranquil lake views. Spacious 2 car garage offers extra refrigerator; built in storage and shelving; new 2022 AC; and Tankless Hot water heater. This master planned; resident owned community boasts an array of amenities: 27 holes of golf; Har-Tru tennis; Pickel ball courts; Fitness center; Croquet; Tree lined and lushly landscaped streets perfect for walking or biking; Clubhouse; Dining options and wide range of social activities. Community requires a yearly minimum social membership. Conveniently located to downtown Sarasota; Cultural arts; Shopping and dining. 15 minutes to the Beaches, St.Armands, Ringing Museum and more. One Visit and you will agree this is definitely award winning!