This captivating Florida ranch-style home, nestled in the highly sought after Bird Key community of Sarasota, exudes charm and modern elegance. Remodeled in 2012 including a roof replacement, this home features raised ceilings with stunning tray designs, double crown molding, recessed downlighting, creating a light and pleasing ambiance throughout. Situated on a corner lot spanning over 13,000 square feet, the property is both fenced and walled, offering privacy and security while showcasing lush tropical landscaping. Generously sized rooms provide comfort and versatility, with a thoughtfully designed layout that includes 3 spacious bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bath. The split floor plan ensures the primary bedroom suite is perfectly positioned away from the two guest suites, providing enhanced privacy for both homeowners and guests. The kitchen is nicely designed, complete with space for a breakfast table, plenty of cabinet space, a central island featuring a built-in beverage refrigerator, and a layout both functional and stylish. The main living area, the primary bedroom and a guest bedroom open to a lush tropical outdoor retreat through sliding glass doors, inviting you to enjoy the expansive lanai. The outdoor space boasts an over-sized deep swimming pool surrounded by serene landscaping that is lit at night, as well as a covered area for sun protection ideal for year-round relaxation or entertainment. The desirable rear southern exposure still captures some beautiful sunsets to the west. Join the exclusive - soon to be newly built - Bird Key Yacht Club, for a hub of social and recreational activities offering a marina, waterfront dining, fitness facilities, tennis courts, and a vibrant social calendar. Conveniently located just minutes from the fine dining, shopping, and cultural offerings of Downtown Sarasota and St. Armands Circle, this home offers the perfect combination of timeless design, modern updates, and a coveted coastal lifestyle. And for the curious, during our storms of 2024, this home did not have any water intrusion. Some landscape clean up and no other damage.