Located within the peaceful, gated community of Deer Creek in Palmer Ranch, this bright, lakefront home features long water views with multiple sets of pocket sliders to access the pool and lanai. High ceilings throughout, mahogany engineered hardwood flooring, updated large format tile, and a kitchen remodeled in 2023 includes quartz counters and stainless steel appliances. Updated shower in guest bath in 2023. Exterior and full interior painting (including doors, baseboards and moldings) also in 2023. Designed for entertaining with most of the living spaces opening to the large lanai and pool area. This home features formal living and dining rooms, as well as a casual family room open to the spacious kitchen with an island offering plenty of bar seating and a breakfast nook. The expansive primary suite featuring two walk in closets and an ensuite bath with a jacuzzi tub, large shower and dual sink vanity. A separate office is perfect for working from home, or uses as a fitness room or a fourth bedroom. HVAC (2016), Tile Roof (2009). Deer Creek is just minutes away from the world-famous Siesta Key beaches as well as the arts, culture, shopping and restaurants of downtown Sarasota. And for cycling, walking and running, the 18.5-mile Legacy Trail is just outside the resident’s private gate with direct access to downtown Sarasota.