Under contract-accepting backup offers. Comfortable and functional living could you be yours in Bridgewater, which is located in the epicenter of Lakewood Ranch!  This spacious and functional floor plan features convenient and flexible living ideal for every lifestyle.  With 3 true bedrooms, 3 and a half bathrooms, plus a study and an upstairs bonus room, this home has everything you could desire and an optimal location within Lakewood Ranch.  From the spacious paver driveway and lush Florida landscaping, you will be welcomed home to a bright and neutral open floor plan with large-format tile flooring on the diagonal throughout the living spaces.  The spacious great room is the heart of the home with an open flow, 11’ tray ceiling with crown molding, and sliding glass doors to the lanai.  The executive kitchen offers extensive upgrades for a luxurious culinary experience including a GE stainless steel appliance suite, gas cooktop, solid wood cabinetry with beautiful woodwork, granite counters, and a breakfast bar for guests to enjoy the cooking action.  This home offers two unique spaces to dine in the casual dinette off the kitchen overlooking the backyard, or enjoy the formal dining room with geometric tray ceiling and chandelier.  Through the sliding glass doors is the tranquil paver lanai that offers a cool place to relax under cover and with a 2021 sunshade.  The large backyard is the perfect place for four-legged friends, backyard sports, cornhole, and more with plenty of room for a future pool!  When it’s time to work, the study with double glass French doors and storage closet offers a private space that can also double as a 4th bedroom.  The primary suite features a private vestibule entrance, plush carpeting, tray ceiling with crown molding, large bay-style windows overlooking the landscaping, and a large walk-in closet.  The en-suite bathroom offers a spa-like experience with separate vanities, granite counters, walk-in shower with tile and glass surround, a large soaking tub, private water closet, and linen closet storage.  Guests will enjoy their own spacious two bedrooms with a full bathroom on the main level.  Upstairs is the oversized bonus room with over 600 SF of space that’s perfect as a media room, game room, additional office, fitness room, playroom, or teen’s space.  Equipped with both a wet bar and en-suite bathroom, just add a built-in closet for an extra bedroom and in-law suite!  Rounding out this comprehensive home is a laundry with utility cabinetry, powder bathroom on the main level, and a spacious 3-car side-loading garage.  Bridgewater offers grounds maintenance, gated entrances, community park, playground, and walking trails amongst the serene Florida nature.  This prime location is right next to James L. Patton community park, close proximity to Lakewood Ranch Prep charter school, and near plenty of shopping, dining, and Lakewood Ranch Main Street all while being minutes from I75, Sarasota, Bradenton, and world-class beaches.   Lakewood Ranch is the top multi-generational community in the country for six years in a row with award-winning shopping, dining, A-rated schools, parks, and nearby beaches.