Experience Florida living at its finest in this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath pool & spa home, thoughtfully updated and located in the well-established neighborhood of Copper Ridge at Mote Ranch. With NO CDD fees and a LOW HOA, this home offers both comfort and affordability. Gorgeous curb appeal draws you in with lush landscaping, a pavered driveway, and barrel tile roof. Allergy sufferers & pet owners will LOVE that there is NO CARPET anywhere in this home, with durable solid-surface flooring throughout! A glass front door opens to a bright, inviting layout with a formal Living Room & Dining Room just off the entry - an ideal flexible space that can easily be used for a home office, home gym, or den. Just beyond, the open-concept kitchen, nook, & Great Room create the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The huge upgraded kitchen is fit for any culinary enthusiast, featuring beautiful cabinetry with elegant crown molding & pull-out drawers, stone countertops, NEW (2024) induction cooktop with stainless hood, double wall oven, and stainless steel appliances including NEW (2024) Bosch dishwasher and NEWER (2021) LG fridge. Enjoy casual meals at the breakfast bar, or savor your morning coffee in the cozy nook overlooking the sparkling pool. Sliders off the Great Room lead you to your custom outdoor oasis - your screened-in, heated saltwater pool & spa with NEWER pool pump & heater (2022 & 2020), inviting you to unwind in the Florida sunshine. Beautiful tropical landscaping & privacy hedging transform the backyard into a luxurious resort-style escape, with professional pool cage lighting & landscaping lighting that was just added in 2023. Just off the Great Room, the Primary Suite is a serene sanctuary with its tray ceiling, an expansive walk-in closet with custom built-ins, private lanai access, and a spa-inspired en-suite bath. The upgraded primary bath offers luxe sophistication, featuring a striking stacked-stone tile walk-in shower, a soaking garden tub with coordinating stone accents, an extended dual-sink vanity with a dedicated sit-down makeup area, & a private water closet. Tucked away at the front of the home, two spacious secondary bedrooms share a full bathroom, offering comfort and privacy for guests or family. Laundry day will be a breeze in your utility room whuch includes upper cabinets. Additional upgrades & notable features to this home include NEWER (2023) A/C; NEWER (2021) whole home water purifier & softener; NEW (2024) whole home generator connection; NEWER (2023) 20x20 No-See-Um pool screens & painted pool cage; Hurricane window shutters & Soft hurricane shutter for lanai; NEWER Sherwin Williams exterior & interior paint; Nest Security cameras in front & backyard; NEWER epoxy floor in the garage; NEW (2024) ceiling fans throughout; NEWER (2023) seamless rain gutters; Irrigation system; & Custom tropical landscaping including palm trees and stones. As a resident of Copper Ridge, you'll enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle and access to amenities at the Mote Ranch Recreation Center on Braden River less than a mile away, which include a community pool, playground, boat/kayak launch, & nature trails. Fantastic location, just minutes from vibrant UTC in Sarasota, the premier destination for shopping, dining, & entertainment, and close to country clubs & golf courses including UPCC. Quick & easy access to SRQ Airport & award winning Gulf beaches, including Siesta Key & Anna Maria Island.