Start your mornings with coffee in your private screened courtyard, spend your afternoons at the beach, and return home to the comfort of this beautifully updated villa in Sarasota’s sought-after 55+ community of Center Gate Estate Villas. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a 2-car garage offers vaulted ceilings, a bright open layout, and a kitchen with granite countertops, rich wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that flows into the living and dining spaces. A single skylight fills the main living area with natural light, while the enclosed Florida room offers year-round enjoyment. The spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet and remodeled bath with a walk-in shower, while the guest bedroom and updated guest bath are perfect for visitors. Major updates include a 2022 roof, new flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, new ductwork, upgraded electrical panel, updated lighting and fans, added garage cabinetry, and in late 2025, a brand new garage door opener and sweep were installed. Enjoy maintenance-free living with access to a sparkling community pool and beautifully landscaped grounds, all minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, I-75, and Siesta Key Beach. **THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER. INQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS.**