Located in the Royal Oaks subdivision of Riverwood, this beautifully updated 2-bed, 2 ½ bath home with a den or study offers peace of mind with major updates already completed, including a new roof in 2024, hot water heater in 2023, HVAC in 2021, and fresh exterior paint in 2025. Clean lines, tray ceilings, crown molding, and plantation shutters throughout create an open, polished feel. French doors lead to a flexible den or study that allows for a variety of uses. A split floor plan provides privacy for the guest suite with an ensuite bath, along with a nearby laundry room with additional storage and a new washer and dryer. Sliding doors from the main living space lead to the paver lanai, while the kitchen and custom-built-in workspace remain open to the living room for a cohesive flow. Soft taupe quartz countertops, a stainless-steel tile backsplash, solid-wood soft-close cabinetry with oversized storage, a breakfast bar, and an adjacent breakfast nook define the kitchen, while the striking built-in workspace features rich solid-wood cabinetry, generous quartz countertop space, and a beverage refrigerator. The primary suite provides a calm retreat with a spacious walk-in closet and an ensuite bath featuring dual sinks, a walk-in shower, a spa tub, a private water closet, and extensive cabinet space. The spacious lanai includes a covered area and ample room to lounge poolside, surrounded by mature landscaping that creates a private, peaceful backdrop. The refurbished heated pool features a gentle water feature, LED lighting, and a new variable-speed pool pump. Additional features include a central vacuum, Storm Smart shutters installed in 2020 with powered roll-down protection on the lanai and front door, a 2-car garage with racking and cabinetry and new gutters and downspouts. Riverwood offers an active, social lifestyle with miles of walking paths, a 24-hour fitness center, a resort-style pool with lap lanes, and a welcoming activity center. Residents enjoy tennis, pickleball, bocce, croquet, a dog park, and a full calendar of clubs, events, and entertainment. The semi-private Riverwood Golf Club is consistently rated among the top courses in the U.S. and Florida, with social memberships and pay-to-play options available. Ideally located between Sarasota and Fort Myers, residents also enjoy easy access to major highways, shopping, dining, world-class fishing, boating, waterfront dining, and the beautiful sandy beaches of the Gulf. With the beautiful furnishings negotiable outside of the contract and the important updates already completed, you can move right in and start enjoying the relaxed Florida lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of!