Set in the sought-after Villas of Deer Creek on Palmer Ranch, this beautifully renovated home offers an open layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. The great room showcases vaulted ceilings with tongue-and-groove detail and opens to a stunning chef's kitchen featuring painted wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a decorative backsplash, GE Profile stainless-steel appliances, and a custom pantry with a floating island. The light-filled Florida room includes three sets of sliders leading to an ultra-private, tropical backyard oasis reminiscent of Selby Gardens. Polished white porcelain tile flooring and plantation shutters run throughout. Spacious primary suite with outfitted walk-in closet and French door to the lanai, while the spa-like primary bath features a frameless glass-tile shower, soaking tub, dual vanity, and an entire wall of cabinets. Two additional bedrooms are separated from the primary suite and share an updated bath with a walk-in shower and vanity; the front bedroom also works well as an office or den. Separate laundry room and 2-car garage. ROOF 2021, HVAC 2017, HTWTR 2024, INTERIOR PAINTED 2026. Deer Creek is a gated community with 24 hr. guard security. The HOA maintains the grounds and offers a heated community pool and social activities. Close to everything in Sarasota, including Shopping, all within 1 mile. Costco, Target, Sprouts, Starbucks, Kohls, the soon to be re-developed Sarasota Square Mall with Whole Foods as the anchor and a new Trader Joe's opening soon. The famous Legacy Trail is just a short distance away. A special home in the Villas of Deer Creek.