Description : Exquisite and rarely available "Harvard" model in maintenance free Willowbend. An elegant foyer welcomes guests, with a handsome office/den nearby. The separate living room and dining room with volume ceilings are ideal for entertaining. The large and open kitchen features stainless, quartz counters and coordinating backsplashes, cabinetry with glass-doors for display and abundant cabinet and counter space for the serious chef. Enjoy a kitchen that is open to the family room, there are tray ceilings in the living, kitchen and Master. Extensive crown molding, wide base trim, tile on diagonal and eight foot doorways. The Master suite is generous and opens to lovely water views. It features large California outfitted closets, the bath has walk-in shower, dual sinks and tub. Two additional bedrooms with well-designed bath are opposite the Master. The outdoor space is compelling as the indoor with paver patio pool and spa overlooking a southerly positioned tranquil lake, to sharpen your bird watching skills; an ideally situated half bath is adjacent to pool area. Residence is equipped with a three-car garage with paver drive. An amazing lifestyle awaits you located, halfway between culturally rich Sarasota and Venice, near sandy beaches, Pine View School and numerous outdoor activities in Oscar Scherer State Park, Casey Key and the Legacy Bike Trail. This home is one of the most exceptional properties in Willowbend.