Beautiful, immaculately clean, meticulously maintained, and truly move-in ready, upgraded *3BR/2BA + den* home in gated *Sandhill Preserve*. This home offers a private *South Creek water view* and resort-style outdoor living with a *panoramic screened lanai* and *saltwater pool heated by natural gas*. Open-concept plan features *quartz island/counters*, *marble backsplash*, *gas range*, stainless appliances, butler's pantry with glass-front cabinetry and *wine refrigerator*, built-in great room wall unit, and *electric fireplace (with heat)*. Upgrades include *impact windows/doors (2022) with pocketing sliders*, plantation shutters, crown molding, 8' interior doors, *California Closets*, 18" tile main areas, luxury vinyl in the bedrooms, upgraded high-speed internet, updated faucets, exterior cameras and additional outdoor lighting, in-wall pest system, and an epoxy-floor garage with *Gladiator cabinetry*. Recent improvements include *new interior/exterior paint, pool heater, refrigerator, washer/dryer, water softener, garbage disposal, and toilets*, plus *updated ceiling fans and light fixtures*. Community amenities: clubhouse, resort pool/spa, fitness, tennis/pickleball, fire pit, barefoot bar, grills, walking paths, and *ground maintenance included*. Enjoy the proximity to world-renowned beaches (Siesta Key, Lido Beach, Longboat, and Anna Maria), boating, fishing, and championship golf courses. Minutes to Legacy Trail for biking and walking, St Armands circle, UTC Mall, and countless restaurants for your dining pleasure. Downtown Sarasota offers A thriving culinary landscape with diverse and exciting dining options, rooftop bars, arts, and cultural venues. Multiple international airports within an hour. Welcome to the Gulf Coast lifestyle!