16419 PAYNES MILL DRIVE This 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with a den and loft is located in the desirable Park East community at Azario in Lakewood Ranch. The spacious floor plan features high ceilings, 8-foot doors, and a first-floor primary suite with an ensuite bath. Also on the main level is a dedicated den/office space. Upstairs includes a loft, a large bonus room/5th bedroom and three additional bedrooms, including one with a private ensuite bathroom. The gourmet kitchen offers white cabinetry, a breakfast bar, apron sink, under-cabinet lighting, glass-front accent cabinets with a pull-out bar shelf, pull-out drawers beneath the gas cooktop, and soft-close cabinets and drawers throughout. Upgrades include 5-inch baseboards, metal stair railings, a glass front door, and enhanced tile, counters, and flooring. Additional features include insulated garage doors, added laundry room cabinetry, and window trim in the dining room and primary bedroom. Sliding pocket doors lead to a private, fenced backyard with upgraded landscaping and room to add a pool. Park East offers resort-style amenities including a community pool, volleyball and basketball courts, dog parks, sports fields, and playgrounds. Conveniently located near Lakewood Ranch shopping and dining, UTC, I-75, and Sarasota’s award-winning beaches. Zoned for the new Lake Manatee K-8 school. Schedule your private tour today.