8205 GRAND ESTUARY TRAIL UNIT 101

Live where you play!!!…Offered TURNKEY FURNISHED, this popular COLONADE END-UNIT, the largest of the Terrace floor plans, features 2-bedrooms, 2 full baths, DEN and laundry room. Situated within the gates of River Strand Golf and Country Club, ownership includes a DEEDED GOLF MEMBERSHIP in the recently updated 27-hole championship course. The Modified Master Plan assessment has been PAID IN FULL by the current owners and with construction scheduled to be completed in the spring 2026 you’ll benefit from the new facility updates without additional cost. Furnished and decorated in a relaxing casual décor the unit has been meticulously maintained with modern updates including quality furnishings, HURRICANE RATED WINDOWS & PATIO DOORS for safety and peace of mind, upgraded ceiling fans, porcelain tile installed on the diagonal in the main living areas & upgraded flooring in the bedrooms and den. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is central to all activities and features granite countertops with breakfast bar, solid wood cabinetry, tile backsplash, stainless-steel appliances (new refrigerator), separate breakfast nook and the convenience of an adjoining laundry room. The tranquil owner's suite features ensuite bath with his & her walk-in closets and the versatile den with pocketing double doors is valuable bonus space equipped with a pull-out sofa providing extra sleeping space for guests if needed. You'll enjoy golf course and lake views from the screened lanai with direct access to the backyard for pets, a feature popular with “man’s best friend” as there's no need to deal with elevators. There’s also the added convenience of an outside storage area across from the home’s entrance for golf clubs, bicycles and beach chairs. Amenities include a 39,000 sq ft remodeled club house with new restaurant and grill room, 2 state-of-the-art fitness centers with 24/7 access, expanded Tiki Bar, 2 resort style pools with hot tub and resistance pool, 6 heated satellite pools, and a separate TENNIS CLUB with 8 Har-Tru lighted courts and 8 PICKLE BALL courts. The convenience of this LOCATION cannot be overstated as it’s ideally situated just minutes from all essential amenities and top attractions: Under 3 miles to the new Marketplace at Heritage Harbour home to Costco, Target, Miller’s Ale House, Academy Sports and Hobby Lobby, with several additional stores proposed. 3.6 miles to the Walmart Super Center, 3.9 miles to Home Depot, 8.8 miles to the Ellenton Premium Outlet Mall and 16 miles to the Bradenton/Sarasota Int’l Airport. With easy access to I-75 the University Town Center is nearby as well as the many attractions of downtown Sarasota and Bradenton, multiple performing arts venues, galleries, world class dining, award winning beaches, and sports venues just minutes away. LIVING IS EASY, CONVENIENT AND SECURE in this ACTIVE LIFESTYLE COMMUNITY…with the "lock and leave" convenience of MAINTENANCE FREE living!