5109 96TH Street E PERFECT LOCATION | PRIVATE POOL & SPA | POND VIEW | 3 BEDROOMS + FLEX/OFFICE | GOLF CART GARAGE | OUTDOOR KITCHEN | IMPACT PATIO DOORS | NEWER ROOF | OVER $230, 000 IN UPGRADES | GATED GOLF & TENNIS COMMUNITY | NO CDD FEES. Welcome to this magnificent Sarabande model in the highly sought-after Highlands section of Rosedale Golf & Tennis Country Club, ideally located in the Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton area. Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained, this exceptional home combines elegant architectural details, extensive recent improvements, and peaceful Florida indoor-outdoor living. Enter through double front doors into a light-filled interior featuring soaring 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, tile flooring, coffered and tray ceiling treatments, and an open-concept floor plan designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The versatile flex space features crown molding, a dropped tray ceiling with rope lighting and can easily serve as a formal dining room, home office, den, or additional sitting area. At the heart of the home is the gourmet chef-inspired eat-in kitchen featuring rich solid wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, center island, under-cabinet lighting, abundant storage, and beautiful architectural ceiling details. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the spacious great room, complete with a built-in entertainment center and panoramic views of the pool, spa, and tranquil pond beyond. The spacious primary suite features a coffered ceiling, an impressive walk-in closet, and a beautifully remodeled spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, quartz countertops, walk-in shower, and soaking tub. Two additional guest bedrooms for family and visitors, with the newly remodeled guest bath showcases a quartz vanity, backlit mirror, designer tile, and walk-in shower with sliding glass barn-style door. Step outside to your own private Florida oasis featuring a screened pool and spa, peaceful pond views, mature shade trees, and generous covered outdoor living space. The outdoor kitchen is ready for entertaining with a newer grill, granite countertop, and under-counter refrigerator-perfect for relaxing poolside or enjoying Florida evenings with family and friends. For those needing extra storage will appreciate the oversized garage with a separate golf cart garage door. More than $230, 000 in upgrades and improvements include A/C (2024), pool equipment (2024), pool cage rescreened and painted (2024), outdoor grill (2025), remodeled primary and guest bathrooms (2025), high-impact rear patio doors (2026), fresh interior/exterior paint (2026), and and also features a newer roof (2019) to name a few. Rosedale is a gated community offering that sault after Florida living plus high-speed internet and cable included and NO CDD FEES. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a clubhouse with dining, fitness center, movement studio, community pool, tennis, social activities, and an active year-round lifestyle, with golf and club memberships optional. Conveniently located near Lakewood Ranch, Waterside Place, UTC shopping and dining, medical facilities, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), downtown Sarasota, I-75, and world-famous Gulf Coast beaches. This beautifully upgraded Rosedale home delivers the pool, water view, flexible living space, golf cart garage, extensive improvements, location, and lifestyle today's Florida buyers are searching for. Schedule your private showing today!