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Whether you're buying or selling, Southwest Florida offers a prime opportunity to indulge in the ultimate coastal lifestyle. With pristine beaches, vibrant communities, and endless recreational activities, seize your slice of Sunshine State bliss. Contact Darren to get started.

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6726 Hickory Hammock Circle
Bradenton, FL
$559,000

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Arthur Rutenberg-designed pool home on a premium homesite in River Club, moments from Lakewood Ranch Main Street and surrounded by Lakewood Ranch conveniences. This upgraded residence offers beautiful water, tree, rolling hill, and golf course views, along with a bright, open layout featuring high ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, a tile roof, and a well-designed floor plan that makes excellent use of space. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous cabinetry, and plenty of storage, opening comfortably to the main living areas where the views take center stage. The primary suite includes a large walk-in closet, and every closet in the home has built-in closet cabinetry for exceptional organization. Additional interior highlights include ceiling fans in each room and Top-Down, Bottom-Up Cellular Shades throughout, allowing natural light and sky views while maintaining privacy from the street and neighboring homes. Outdoor living is a standout feature with an extended screened lanai, heated pool, and a private setting overlooking the pond, trees, rolling golf course landscape, and River Club Golf Course. The garage also features an epoxy floor coating for a clean, finished look. Ideally located near The River Club Golf Course, Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, Waterside Place, University Town Center, I-75, and SR 70, with a low HOA that includes landscape maintenance, no Lakewood Ranch CDD, no development or club fees, and no required golf membership. Available furnished or unfurnished. Call Darren 941-465-9235

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22580 Morning Glory Circle
Bradenton, FL
$1,900,000

Positioned on 1.327 pristine acres within The Preserve at Panther Ridge, this FURNISHED extensively enhanced lakefront estate offers 3,678 square feet of refined living, sweeping water views, and a rare sense of openness that defines true Florida acreage living. The long, tree-canopied driveway creates a dramatic approach framed by lush, manicured landscaping and Mediterranean-inspired architecture. Double decorative impact-glass entry doors open to a stunning interior where tile flooring flows throughout the main living areas, accented by an elegant inlay at the foyer. The primary suite is privately positioned on the main level, while an additional downstairs bedroom offers flexibility for family or multigenerational living. At the rear of the home, a dedicated office captures tranquil water views and opens outdoors, creating an inspiring and light-filled workspace. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms are positioned off an expansive bonus retreat, creating a natural second-level wing with built-in cabinetry, integrated storage, sweeping lake views, and private balcony access overlooking the pool and water. The gathering room showcases panoramic pool and lake views and is enhanced by automated performance roller shades for effortless light control. Crown molding runs throughout all the main living areas and bedrooms, complemented by a complete indoor lighting retrofit. The kitchen blends warmth and craftsmanship with richly stained solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a full-height backsplash, built-in oven stack, stainless appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and a generous walk-in pantry. An expansive wraparound peninsula provides ideal gathering and seating space. The primary suite opens to the lanai through double glass doors, capturing serene pool and lake views. Tray ceilings with crown molding and high transom privacy glass invite natural light, complemented by a remote-controlled shade. The spa-style bath offers a floor-to-ceiling tiled walk-in shower, soaking tub beneath an arched window, dual vanities with makeup station, and a custom-organized walk-in closet. Outdoors, the 2025-renovated pool and spa create a resort-caliber setting with new marble decking, panoramic clear-view cage, updated pump and filtration systems, new plumbing and electrical components, and integrated LED lighting. The outdoor kitchen includes stone leathered granite countertops and full-height backsplash, vent hood, sink, refrigerator, and island seating for effortless entertaining. The fully fenced backyard unfolds with the feel of a private park along the water’s edge, offering exceptional scale, privacy, and flexibility. A generously sized laundry room features granite countertops, a utility sink, folding station, extensive cabinetry, and natural light from its window, while the three-car garage offers epoxy flooring and built-in storage. Add'l recent updates include a 2025 whole-home generator and an extensive 2026 whole-house water treatment and purification system, along with 2025 exterior paint and trim, 2025 front entry pavers, 2024 impact entry door, interior lighting remodel, two Lennox split systems (2020), and expansive exterior lighting and landscape enhancements. Thoughtfully positioned with north- and west-facing water views that capture beautiful light throughout the day while minimizing harsh afternoon exposure, this Panther Ridge estate delivers privacy, scale, and magazine-worthy outdoor living. Call Darren 941-465-9235

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