Nestled in the desirable South Gate Community, this charming home has been meticulously maintained. Features include: BLOCK CONSTRUCTION, NEWER ROOF 2020, IMPACT RESISTANT WINDOWS, TILE THROUGHOUT, GRANITE KITCHEN COUNTERS, ENCLOSED FLORIDA SUNROOM, INDOOR LAUNDRY, SCREENED LANAI, FENCED YARD, ALMOST .25 ACRE CORNER LOT, NO MINIMUM RENTAL RESTRICTIONS, EXPANDED DRIVEWAY AND MORE! Immerse yourself in the abundant natural light that fills the entire house as you enter this garden atmosphere retreat. A spacious living room leads to two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an enclosed Florida Sun Room. The Florida Sun Room is bathed in natural light, perfect for enjoying the serenity of a backyard oasis. The spacious kitchen with with window is a lovely space to prepare a meal. Outside the kitchen is the screened-in covered porch for additional entertaining and sitting area for family and friends. Outside the screened-in porch, a 9×16-foot red brick patio is ready for you to set up your grill and fire pit for outdoor entertaining, surrounded by lush flowers and trees, including an avocado tree with privacy wood fenced-in backyard with two gates. Embrace the tranquility of your own private backyard nature preserve, with lush greenery in this 0.234 acre lot. The big backyard provides endless possibilities for gardening, outdoor living, and personalizing your space to create your perfect sanctuary. This cozy home offers a serene retreat where you can unwind and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, protected by a reliable five-year-old roof as well as hurricane-rated windows throughout the entire house, giving you a peace of mind during Florida’s storm seasons. Welcome home! This home’s location is not only central to Sarasota’s natural beauty, but also close to the following top-rated attractions: • Siesta Key Beach (5 miles) : famous for its soft, white quartz sand • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (6 miles) : a must-visit for marine life enthusiasts offering close encounters with turtles, manatees, sharks, and more. • Marine Selby Botanical Gardens (3 miles) : A tropical paradise showcasing rare orchids and plants along the Sarsota Bay • The Ringling Museum of Art (7 miles) : A cultural landmark with world-calss art collections and circus history • Legacy Trail (2 miles) : a 23.2-mile paved trail that runs along the former Atlantic Coast Line Railroad right-of-way. It’s a popular destination for cyclists, runners, walkers, and nature enthusiasts. • Downtown Sarasota Main Street (4 miles) : A bustling area filled with boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants. Note: This neighborhood is in the process of receiving underground electricity by Sarasota County which will be completed by the end of October 2024.