8226 BARTON FARMS BOULEVARD Welcome home to this beautiful lakefront retreat on a delightful street, tucked inside a peaceful, gated community with low HOA fees and resort-style amenities. This well-maintained home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 3-car garage. High ceilings and luxury vinyl flooring throughout create a bright, open feel, while the kitchen shines with quartz countertops, newer appliances, gas range, and Bosch dishwasher—perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Enjoy long lake views from the comfort of your home and take in unforgettable sunset skies that make every evening feel special. Step outside to soak up the sun, relax and unwind on the spacious lanai with heated pool, perfect for enjoying the serene surroundings and even visiting Roseate Spoonbills. Lanai sliders are fully stackable and offer an unobstructed view. Recent updates include a tiled roof (2024), brand new washer and dryer and refreshed lanai deck and walkways. Home also features a bifold library murphy bed, luxury vinyl flooring throughout, built-in bookcases, as well as roll-down/electronic hurricane shutters and generator, adding both value and peace of mind. Located within an A-rated school district, inclusive of Tatum Ridge, a perennial 5-star, A-rated elementary school. Rothenbach Park and The Celery Fields are also nearby where outdoor enthusiasts enjoy biking, jogging and walking trails. Just one mile to the Publix shopping plaza and only minutes to Lakewood Ranch Main Street and Waterside Place. Easy access to UTC, our sandy Gulf beaches, Sarasota's Main Street, theaters, museums and symphony. Home is ideally situated without sacrificing the serenity of east county living. The Laurel Lakes community truly elevates the lifestyle even further, featuring a recently renovated community center with a resort-style pool, pickleball, and basketball. This is Florida living at its best— gated, beautiful, relaxed, lakefront, pool, a coveted 3-car garage, and ready to enjoy. There is no CDD. Schedule your private showing today and envision the lifestyle that awaits.