FABULOUS HOTCAKE IN MANDALAY! Killer water views from the added huge pavered lanai! 4 bedroom + 3 bath + bonus room 3 CAR GARAGE. Wow! The additional bonus room is perfect for the work-at-home setup. Beautifully decorated and featuring crown molding and pretty plantation shutters. The split open plan boasts ceramic tile in main areas and the primary and 4th BR, and attractive window and slider plantation shutters let the light and fresh air in. Enjoy meals at the breakfast bar, adjacent breakfast area or in the formal dining room. The kitchen features granite with wood cabinetry, tray ceiling with fan and updated stainless appliances. The open floorplan allows the chef to whip up yummy treats while chatting with guests and watching the game. One of the best deep water views in Mandalay! A large added lanai extension has been freshly screened; the lanai is the place to be! Plenty of room for sunbathing and a shady area for a cool drink and a good book. The whole gang can party out here (with no pool in the way) and how lucky that one of the three full baths offers direct access! Beautiful curb appeal with the landscape curbing; even the front doors were replaced. Newer washer and dryer too! The three-car offers tons of storage and *the new HVAC permit was closed out May 2021*. Hurricane shutters fortunately continue to be bored in the garage. Mandalay has no CDD fees and the low HOA fee and very low taxes makes this an outstanding value in a GATED and exceptionally well-maintained community. The location is prime, being close to the ever-growing UTC Shopping mecca, SRQ International Airport, great schools including Braden River High School, IMG Academy, Ringling College of Art & Design, USF, Manatee Technical College, LECOM and New College. Shopping continues to explode in this area and Benderson Park and the beaches are a short drive away. If room sizes are important, please remeasure.