Under contract-accepting backup offers. WELCOME HOME! Start living your "care-free Florida Lifestyle" in this stunning CUSTOM LEE WETHERINGTON, MAINTENANCE-FREE home in Tara Preserve! You will love the OPEN FLOOR PLAN with soaring ceilings and abundant natural light! LEE WETHERINGTON is synonymous with QUALITY, evident from the moment you step into this beautiful home! The kitchen boasts beautiful soft-close cabinets that were updated in 2023. Additionally, the A/C unit was replaced in 2022, and the water heater in 2021. Plantation shutters, added at a cost of $6,500, enhance the home’s appeal. This property offers numerous convenient features, including ample attic storage space and plumbing for a water softener. The kitchen is also equipped for either a gas or electric stove. The EXTENDED SCREENED LANAI provides a peaceful retreat for relaxation and entertainment; it is plumbed and has a separate electrical outlet for a spa. Tara Preserve is often described as "Bradenton's best-kept secret," with low HOA fees that include internet and cable. Enjoy access to a community-heated swimming pool, spa, tennis courts, pickleball, and a clubhouse buzzing with neighborhood activities. The landscaping fee is $140 a month. Conveniently located near I-75, this home is surrounded by over 80 restaurants within a 20-minute radius. Downtown Sarasota and the renowned beaches are just 18 miles away! (CDD is included in taxes.)