One of the most beautifully appointed and rarely available 3 Bed maintenance free villas in always desirable Center Gate. Your first view of the home will be the expansive corner lot with beautiful Live Oak trees and FL vegetation. Stepping through the front door you will immediately notice the gleaming Brazilian Cherry H/W floors. The open and inviting Living and Dining room. The West facing living room is bathed in natural afternoon light. This area of the home is where you will find the 3rd bedroom/office/den. The fully remodeled kitchen with stunning white cabinets, granite counters, glass tile backsplash and gleaming stainless appliances looks onto the south facing family room with vaulted ceilings, lanai, and beyond to the pool complex (with hot tub) which overlooks the lake with newly planted aquatic plants. The master bed/bath and second bed and bath have newer porcelain plank tiling. This home is a delight from the moment you pull into the driveway. The orientation of the villa allows for that sought after privacy with its park like setting. Some of the many upgrades include kitchen remodel ( 2018) Roof, gutters, soffits, leaf guard. (2018) Impact glass (2019) A/C (2015) UV light added (2019) The list goes on. HOA with excellent finances and reserves. Center Gate is surrounded by many stores and restaurants. Close to I-75 and Doctors Hospital. A short drive will take you to Siesta Key and downtown Sarasota. Make an appointment to see this wonderful home before it is gone! 55+ community.