Set on a beautiful corner lot shaded by mature trees, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom + office residence offers a refined blend of contemporary style and timeless comfort in one of Sarasota's most convenient central locations. Smart updates include a 2024 roof, 2021 HVAC and ductwork, 2025 water heater, 2021/22 impact windows/doors/garage door, 2024 lanai screen and more...see the attached upgrade sheet for a complete list. The interior of the home reveals a flowing floor plan designed for both everyday living and gracious entertaining. The kitchen is a showcase of modern design, featuring Bosch stainless appliances including 2024 refrigerator, quartz countertops, pull-outs, and a striking waterfall-edge center island with integrated storage, and a wine refrigerator. This space opens seamlessly to the family room, where a sleek built-in electric fireplace creates an atmosphere of sophistication and warmth. Finishes are impressive throughout: 24-inch large-format tile brings a polished look to the main living areas, while 7-inch wide-plank white oak flooring adds understated richness to the bedrooms. Each bathroom has been transformed into a spa-like retreat, with floating vanities, frameless glass showers, and carefully selected designer tile. The primary suite is especially indulgent, featuring custom modern closet detailing and a showpiece bath with a doorless walk-in shower, floating vanity, and built-in bench. Designer lighting and freshly painted interiors heighten the sense of style and quality throughout. Walls of glass invite views of the outdoor living spaces, where a screened lanai with cypress ceiling overlooks the expansive pool and deck. The pool glistens as the centerpiece of a backyard designed for both relaxation and entertaining, enhanced by professional landscape lighting, privacy hedge, gravel walkway, fencing, and a full irrigation system. Located in a top-rated school district and just minutes from Sarasota's world-class beaches, retail, dining, and cultural attractions, this residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a home where contemporary design, thoughtful updates, and a touch of everyday luxury come together seamlessly.