This charming home is perfect for year round or seasonal enjoyment, or as a smart investment opportunity. The property is being sold AS-IS and is cash only. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the home boasts a newly refinished, heated inground pool and jacuzzi, a large lanai, and a spacious, fully fenced backyard on a .25-acre lot in Gulf Gate Woods, one of Sarasota's most sought-after neighborhoods. Just 3.8 miles to the world-famous Siesta Key Beach, conveniently located close to shopping and dining, 7 miles from downtown, 10 miles from Lido Key Beach, and 12 miles from the airport. The inviting floor plan is designed for open-air living. It features three fully opening sliding glass doors and a kitchen pass-through window to the spacious screened lanai, pool deck, and generously sized, fully fenced backyard. The home is filled with natural light and includes a formal living and dining area, as well as a versatile den. The split floor plan ensures privacy for the master suite and guests. This home is not in a flood zone and is built to last with solid concrete block construction. Gulf Gate Woods is home to a growing number of young families seeking a safe and desirable community within an excellent school district. It is also popular among retirees and has a growing rental market. The neighborhood features ranch-style homes and mature tree-lined streets, with this home situated on a quiet inner street that experiences little to no traffic, creating a peaceful retreat.Recent upgrades include a newly refinished pool with pebble tech (including a lifetime warranty), updated tile (2020), a new pool pump, filter, and hybrid solar/electric pool heater (2022), as well as all new electrical wiring and GFCI units (2020). This property is cash-only and is being sold AS-IS. Renovations and updates present an opportunity to customize this desirable home in paradise. Please note that the tile roof needs repair or a possible replacement.