Under contract-accepting backup offers. **THIS PROPERTY QUALIFIES FOR A 1.5% LENDER INCENTIVE IF USING PREFERRED LENDER. INQUIRE FOR MORE DETAILS.** Located in the highly sought-after Gulf Gate community, this designer-styled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a perfect blend of modern design and timeless elegance. Since 2022, the home has seen a number of high-end updates, including a completely remodeled kitchen, new luxury vinyl flooring throughout the main living areas, and a newer HVAC system, ensuring comfort and style. The heart of the home is the stunning kitchen, remodeled in 2022 with two-tone cabinetry, ample counter space, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient sliding glass door that opens to the expansive screen-enclosed lanai. The elegant built-in banquette provides extra storage and seamlessly connects to the main living space. Throughout the home, you'll find terrazzo flooring in the bedrooms and bathrooms, enhancing the home's old-Florida charm. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, featuring a bay window that floods the room with natural light, as well as a pocket slider for direct access to the lanai. The remodeled ensuite is equally impressive, showcasing a tiled shower, vanity area, and added vanity storage. The split floor plan provides privacy, with the second bedroom and bath on the opposite side of the home. Step outside and enjoy the serene views of the pond and mature trees from the backyard. The extended paver patio offers plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, making it the perfect space for dinner parties or weekend barbecues. Additional updates include new duct work, a new fence, and fresh landscaping, adding to the overall appeal of this exceptional home. With its prime location just minutes from Siesta Key Beach and the vibrant Gulf Gate area, this home offers the best of both comfort and convenience. Nearby dining, shopping, and entertainment make this the perfect spot to enjoy everything the area has to offer.