This beautiful former MODEL HOME by Neal in UNIVERSITY PARK COUNTRY CLUB is on an OVERSIZED LOT (1/3 ACRE+) with lots of PRIVACY and a PRESERVE VIEW.  There is a fantastic OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING SPACE UNDER COVER of the roof with complete OUTDOOR KITCHEN and serene POOL & SPA with appealing LANDSCAPE LIGHTING.  LARGE TV with SURROUND SOUND included that can be viewed in the indoor AND outdoor seating areas.  Gracious entryway opens to the living area with custom GAS FIREPLACE flanked by an abundance of wood cabinetry and shelving.   Plus there's a FORMAL DINING AREA with designer BUILT-IN'S for plenty of storage.  The kitchen has WOOD CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTERS, SUPERIOR APPLIANCES, including a FRENCH-DOOR OVEN, ISLAND, and room for eat-in space or cozy seating area.  GENEROUSLY-SIZED 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS (one with an exterior door for pool access).  The primary bath has a lovely renovation that features a WATER CLOSET, DUAL VANITIES, GARDEN TUB, and LARGE WALK-IN SHOWER.  This well-laid out home also has an attractive  DEN/OFFICE  with plenty of specialized STORAGE and DISPLAY.  Generous SIDELOAD GARAGE with room for TWO CARS & a GOLF CART.  LAWN MAINTENANCE is INCLUDED in this neighborhood. University Park Country Club is an award-winning community offering 27 holes of golf, lighted tennis courts, pickle ball, croquet, fitness center, and lots of social activities in the newly remodelled Park Grill and Terrace Café. A minimum Resident Membership is required for residents who may then take advantage of amenities. This home is in the perfect location--close to the beach, downtown, UTC (University Town Center) with plenty of shopping and restaurants and a convenient ride to Tampa/St. Pete or Venice. INCREDIBLE HOME, COMMUNITY, & LOCATION--you can have it all!