Peaceful, quiet and private LAKEFRONT second-floor, end-unit residence in the sought-after Palmer Ranch community of Botanica offering a maintenance-free lifestyle with the convenience of a PRIVATE ELEVATOR, taking you directly from your 2-car garage to the main living level. The Wisteria floorplan is the largest in this well-maintained community and lives like a single-family home. A touch of elegance throughout with high ceilings, crown molding, tray ceilings, and custom plantation shutters. All NEW IMPACT WINDOWS being installed. Hurricane shutters provide peace of mind. A thoughtfully designed layout with an inviting great room featuring wood floors, modern electric fireplace, surround sound system and a custom wine/dry bar. The expansive screened balcony offers serene lake views, ideal for lounging and dining al fresco while enjoying private sunsets, wetland preserves and lush tropical landscaping. Spacious timeless kitchen with staggered solid wood cabinetry, brand-new quartz countertops and backsplash. With two separate dining areas, there's plenty of space for entertaining or casual dining. The split bedroom floorplan provides privacy, with a primary bedroom overlooking the water, large walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with split vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and private water closet. Custom built-ins in the closets throughout maximize storage space. Perfect for year-round living or as a seasonal retreat. Botanica is a gated and maintenance-free community, surrounded by acres of preserve and lakes. Enjoy two community pools, one just a short walk away, gas grills for cooking and entertaining, and a 4,000 SF clubhouse with meeting rooms, catering kitchen, and a fitness center. The location is ideal, only 15 minutes from the world-famous Siesta Key Beach and close to downtown Sarasota's shopping, dining, and vibrant cultural lifestyle. You'll also have easy access to the Legacy Trail for biking and walking. Tucked away in a quiet setting within Palmer Ranch, yet with quick and easy access to all that Sarasota's Gulf Coast has to offer!