4496 TRAILS DRIVE Over $140, 000 in updates in a prime Sarasota location! A picturesque, canopied street and quiet cul-de-sac set the stage for this beautifully updated home. Inside, you will love the bright and airy interior with volume ceilings, walls of disappearing sliders, two skylights, and hardwood flooring. The stunning kitchen features solid-wood cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, brushed bronze hardware, and striking honed black quartz countertops and backsplash. Peace of mind comes with extensive improvements, including a new roof, new A/C system, new water heater, new lawn irrigation, a new hurricane-rated garage door, and more. Ideal southeastern exposure fills the home with natural light, while the inviting wrap-around screened porch offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy Florida’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. All just 600 ft to the amenities which include two community pools and hot tubs, gym, a kids’ park, two lighted tennis courts, basketball court, and community room. A hidden gem, The Lakes is known for its mature trees, tranquil setting and scenic walking trails and is perfectly located: 15 minutes from downtown and UTC Mall; 20 minutes to world-renowned beaches and the airport plus, quick access to the interstate. Enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in a prime Sarasota location!