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.