This custom Todd Johnston home sits on a tranquil riverfront homesite in University Park, combining thoughtful upgrades with effortless coastal living. A stately entrance framed by columns and manicured landscaping leads to solid double doors and a soaring foyer, where crown molding, elegant trim and a chrome and crystal chandelier set the tone. Elevated by 11 foot ceilings, seven inch baseboards, plantation shutters and LED lighting in select areas, the home feels bright and refined. The living room boasts a coffered ceiling and sliding doors that pocket for seamless indoor outdoor flow. A large dining room sits nearby, lined with tall windows and fresh paint, offering effortless flow for entertaining. At the heart of the home, the updated chefs kitchen features a six burner Wolf gas cooktop with pot filler, double ovens, GE microwave, Bosch dishwasher and a Fulgor Milano refrigerator. Brookhaven cabinetry with custom storage, granite counters, a spacious island with bar seating, a dry bar with wine cooler, coffee station, under cabinet lighting and a breakfast nook with a chandelier complete the space. Open to the kitchen, the family room features a double tray ceiling, a gas fireplace, a media wall with built ins and zero corner sliders that disappear to the lanai. This home includes two dedicated workspaces, a front office with French doors and built in shelving, and a rear bonus room, used as an office, with lanai access and additional built ins. The primary suite is privately in its wing, featuring a generous sitting area with pool and river views, direct lanai access and two walk in closets with custom organization. The marble clad primary bath includes a soaking Jacuzzi tub, glass block walk in shower, dual vanities and a Toto Washlet toilet. Two guest bedrooms on the main level have newer carpeting and fresh paint, each with large windows and generous closets. One full bath doubles as a pool bath with a tub/shower and vanity, while the second serves the other guest suite and features an arched window over the tub, a custom trimmed medicine cabinet, and solid surface counters. A powder bath with pedestal sink is nearby, along with a well appointed laundry room offering Samsung appliances, built in cabinetry, a hanging area and a storage pantry. A second floor bonus room spans the length of the garage and offers new carpeting, eight recessed lights on dual dimmer switches, a new ceiling fan and fresh paint, making it a space for guests, a media room or a home gym. Outdoors, the screened lanai offers a Florida lifestyle with a saltwater pool and spa, new gas heater, upgraded salt system and remote automation. A built in Blaze grill, granite counters, and ample covered and uncovered seating and dining areas make entertaining easy, all set against a private, tree lined backdrop along Braden River. A stone path leads to the spacious backyard. This home has been meticulously upgraded with a full tile roof replacement in 2022 with high end underlayment and new flashing, three new Lennox HVAC systems, a Navien tankless water heater and more. The freshly painted three car garage is light filled with a separate golf cart entrance and ample space for storage. In a resident owned country club community offering golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness and more, this home delivers the best of Sarasota living, just minutes from shopping, dining and award winning beaches.