Tropical landscaping surround this spacious 3 bed 2 bath home on oversized (17,000 sq. ft +) lot on 106 ft. of Phillipi Creek in the sort after South Gate Community. Lots of privacy and close to everything. Many Live Oak trees surround this fenced back yard giving lovely shade and spectacular landscaping. Sit out on your 22X19 foot deck off the enclosed lanai/sunroom. Living room, Dining room and Kitchen have the high grade vinyl wood finish indestructible waterproof flooring. Living room/great room features floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace and beamed ceilings. This is a split floor plan giving privacy to you and your guests. Master suite opens up onto the enclosed lanai, has two walk in closets (one currently used as an office) - the bathroom features a very large walk shower double sinks with granite counter. Kitchen has cherry wood cabinets, granite countertops, all stainless ENERGY STAR appliances with double ovens and lovely view of Phillipi Creek and garden. Move in ready with many updates. Major remodel done in 2015 consisting of new roof and insulation, all electrical plugs and switches, plumbing & hot water heater and a/c (16 seer). In 2017 gorgeous master bathroom remodeled with marble and tile and many new hurricane rated windows throughout. South Gate is a walkable community centrally located and only 15 minutes to downtown, Siesta Key and all that Sarasota has to offer.