ISLAND LIVING ON THE MAINLAND! Private and peaceful waterfront setting on almost 2/3 of an acre on Phillippi Creek. Miles of tile in this updated 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath pool home with a 2 car garage. Freshly painted inside and out. The floor plan makes entertaining a breeze. Large living room offers room for a grand piano and a generous sitting area. Enjoy the updated kitchen with light colored granite counters, tiled backsplash, wood cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and a tray ceiling with recessed lighting. Convenient pass through to the lanai makes pool side waterfront dining for up to 12 people a pleasure. Serious swimmers will enjoy the 17' x 34' screened-in pool with new Pebble Tech pool surface. New washer and dryer. Built-ingenerator. Large bedrooms (split plan) and a big walk-in closet in the master bedroom. Built-in Murphy bed hidden by sliding bookshelves in the hall bedroom. Beautiful views of the natural beauty of Phillippi Creek from most rooms. Watch the eagles, otters and blue herons fish for their dinner. Drop a kayak or canoe in the creek from your 217' of seawalled waterfront for a close-up view. Detached workshop. Plumbing pipes cleaned and routed out in the entire house. Ductwork cleaned and sanitized. New UV filter for the A/C system. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac on one of the nicest lots in South Gate. Tremendous oak tree adds to the charm. Convenient location just minutes from Siesta Beach, Downtown Sarasota, shopping, restaurants and great schools.