Welcome home to your beautifully upgraded, partially furnished FIRST-FLOOR, END-UNIT retreat in the highly sought-after Lake Arrowhead Community — one of Sarasota’s best-kept secrets, where homes rarely become available in this intimate 64-unit paradise! Upon arriving, you’re drawn in by mature landscaping, vibrant blooms, and manicured grounds. A freshly updated STORM DOOR (2022) opens into the foyer, where natural light floods the space, highlighting the NEW INTERIOR PAINT (2022) and creating a warm ambiance. To your left, discover the updated kitchen—designed for both style and function. QUARTZ COUNTERS sparkle under recessed lighting, while stainless steel appliances, including a NEWER REFRIGERATOR (2023), offer a modern touch. Cabinetry features an upper display shelf softly lit by over-cabinet accent lighting, perfect for showcasing decor. A cozy breakfast nook, framed by large windows, overlooks lush tropical greenery. The kitchen flows into the spacious dining/living room combo. ENGINEERED HARDWOOD stretches throughout, while a triple-pane sliding door floods the space with natural light and seamlessly extends the living area toward the picturesque outdoor views. The screened lanai (13' x 10') features tile flooring, a ceiling fan, and a (10' x 2') storage closet, allowing for year-round outdoor enjoyment and additional storage space. Just off the dining area is the indoor laundry closet with overhead cabinetry and a hanging bar to dry your clothes, plus a second full bathroom with a shower/tub combo. The bright guest bedroom offers an abundance of natural light with plantation shutters. The split floor plan provides optimal privacy, with your primary suite peacefully positioned on the opposite end, featuring sliding doors that open to serene pond views from the separate rear patio. The ensuite bathroom offers a vanity, walk-in shower with SAFETY BARS, and a spacious walk-in closet with extra shelves for storage. Step outside to your PRIVATE PATIO (15' x 10')—perfect for relaxing and soaking in the sun. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance with a pond view complete with a soothing fountain, where the gentle sound of a small waterfall flows into the pond. A charming community bench sits along the shoreline, offering a perfect spot to relax and take in the peaceful setting. For ADDITIONAL STORAGE, head out front, take a left and short right, where you'll find your private exterior storage unit (7' x 3') next to your assigned, covered carport. You’re just a short walk from the heated community pool and clubhouse, perfect for gatherings. Don’t forget the community dock, where Sarasota’s sunsets shine. Plus, it's only a short 3-minute walk to RED BUG SLOUGH TRAIL — a hidden Sarasota gem offering beautiful nature trails and peaceful scenery just steps from your door. All just 5.5 miles from world-famous Siesta Key Beach, near shopping, dining, and entertainment. With a NEW ROOF (2022), NEW HVAC (2022), and NEW WATER HEATER (2022), this home offers true move-in ready peace of mind. With no age restrictions, Lake Arrowhead welcomes everyone seeking a vibrant yet peaceful Sarasota lifestyle. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to call this hidden Sarasota gem your new home!