Savor your new life in this elegant home in the premier community of Willowbend. Arriving to the maintenance-free tropically landscaped lot, you will find a stunning residence with the most popular floor plan, the Opal. Boasting high tray ceilings this Great Room plan has stunning features, inlaid marble, abundant crown molding, 8 foot doorways, elaborate tray ceilings and arches. Brilliantly designed master has huge closets and a spacious sitting area. The gourmet kitchen, which overlooks the great room, has wood cabinetry, and strategically placed glass blocks to let in natural light. An exquisite home, with dramatic entry, formal dining, and breakfast room, a covered patio, with sunrise views has tempting, private views across a sparkling pool to a tranquil green belt. Well maintained with complete hurricane window protection. The community pool and spa is only a few homes away which are included in the low HOA fees along with: High speed internet, cable TV, yard maintenance, fitness center, Pickle Ball court and playground. An amazing lifestyle awaits you in Willowbend the community where you will surely make new friends that have many social events year-round. Numerous outdoor activities abound: hike in Oscar Scherer State Park, bike down Casey Key or the Legacy Bike Trail, or watch the boats go by at the Intracoastal, that is a 3 minute drive away. All of this and minutes to beaches, Pine View School as well as downtown Sarasota or Venice.