Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to 16317 Pine Mist Drive, built in 2021 by award-winning Pulte and situated on a premium lot with breathtaking pond and preserve views in the coveted gated community of Sapphire Point in Lakewood Ranch! The Morris is one of Pulte's most popular two-story floor plans and offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms; plenty of room to spread out. Impressive curb appeal begins with lush landscaping, a widened brick paver driveway, a brick paver walkw...Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to 16317 Pine Mist Drive, built in 2021 by award-winning Pulte and situated on a premium lot with breathtaking pond and preserve views in the coveted gated community of Sapphire Point in Lakewood Ranch! The Morris is one of Pulte's most popular two-story floor plans and offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms; plenty of room to spread out. Impressive curb appeal begins with lush landscaping, a widened brick paver driveway, a brick paver walkway and front porch, stone fa?ade, and tile roof. The oversized two-car garage is extended four feet to accommodate full-size SUVs and trucks and all your toys, and a whole-home gutter system adds protection and convenience. Inside, the home is freshly painted and features Shaw luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout-installed with an upgraded moisture/vapor barrier on the first floor and premium cork underlayment upstairs for superior soundproofing-paired with porcelain tile in the bathrooms and laundry room, and 5.25 baseboards. Schlage brushed-nickel door hardware and Moen plumbing fixtures are used throughout, and the upgraded electrical includes modern Square D X Series switches and outlets, USB outlets in key locations, and ultra-quiet Panasonic Whisper exhaust fans in all bathrooms. The entry offers a large coat closet and huge under-stair storage closet. The open main living area boasts pond and preserve views, high-end window treatments, recessed lighting, and a ceiling fan. The gourmet kitchen features 42 white cabinetry with crown molding, soft-close doors and drawers, pull-outs, a lazy Susan, quartz countertops, a designer backsplash, coastal chandelier and pendant lighting, an oversized island, an undermount composite granite sink, a custom pantry with shelving, pull-outs, and racks, and an upgraded Whirlpool stainless steel appliance package including French-door refrigerator, smart range, low-profile dishwasher with hidden controls and stainless steel tub, and exterior-venting microwave. A first-floor bedroom with large closet and ceiling fan sits adjacent to a full bathroom with white cabinetry, a quartz countertop, undermount sink, tub/shower combination, and linen closet-perfect for guests, multigenerational living, or a home office. Upstairs, a spacious bonus room with custom shiplap feature wall offers flexible living space, while the laundry room includes a Maytag smart washer and dryer. The primary suite delivers stunning views, a ceiling fan, a double-bowl vanity with quartz countertop, an oversized walk-in shower with frameless glass and a bench seat, and a massive custom walk-in closet. Two guest bedrooms with ceiling fans share a full bathroom with large white vanity, a quartz countertop, and a tub/shower combination. In total, there are three linen closets-one downstairs and two upstairs-for maximum storage. Outdoor living is exceptional with a covered and screened lanai with ceiling fan, extended open patio perfect for dining or evenings by the fire, a fully fenced yard, and a fully automated remote-controlled mosquito misting system. Sapphire Point offers a clubhouse, fitness center, resort-style pool, fire-pit, playground, basketball court, and dog park. Located within Lakewood Ranch, one of the nation's top master-planned communities, residents enjoy top-rated schools, shopping, dining, parks, and proximity to Gulf Coast beaches! This home combines luxury upgrades, modern convenience, serene views, and an unbeatable location-don't miss this opportunity!