Located behind the gates of The Oaks Preserve, this maintenance free home has a wonderful open floor plan overlooking a conservation area with southern exposure, is move in ready, perfect for your Florida lifestyle! With 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths, it is spacious and charming, with many features including tray ceilings, crown molding, plantation shutters, Hunter Douglas window treatments, handsome solid wood and glass entry doors, hurricane shutters, and a large lanai perfect for entertaining. The main bedroom has a sitting area and 2 walk-in closets. The dining room has a lovely built-in breakfront, perfect for displaying crystal and china. Emerald Woods is a small enclave, very popular within the Preserve, with sidewalks and tree lined streets. Membership in The Oaks Country Club is required, where you can enjoy either a social or sporting atmosphere. With two 18- hole championship and challenging golf courses, 12 HarTru lighted tennis courts, a regulation croquet lawn, pickleball courts and an Olympic swimming pool, there is no shortage of activities. Men's and women's clubs, book clubs, bridge, and many other choices are why the club is very desirable, not to mention fine and casual dining, and a location 20 minutes from gulf beaches, and downtown Sarasota. Be sure to see this fine home.