Come be awash in the soothing sunshine and balmy breezes of beautiful and dynamic Sarasota, Florida, regularly rated by numerous publications as one of the best places to live/retire in the USA! Live the Florida lifestyle in this 3BR, 2.5BTH hybrid ranch home located in the quiet, private, gated community of Huntington Pointe, part of master-planned and desirable Palmer Ranch. UNDER CONTRACT FOR NEW ROOF!!! This home with recently painted exterior and popping trim features cathedral ceilings and ceiling fans throughout, a Master suite with walk-in closet, his and her sinks, spacious stall shower, and separate deep water bath tub for a luxuriating soak for sore muscles or a relaxing candle light escape. Master BR, living room/dining room combo, kitchen, and entertainment room all have sliding glass door access to the sunny Florida room overlooking your NEWLY RESURFACED in-ground pool with slate deck, and lush, secluded back yard. Guest BR features walk-in closet and entry to private bath. Kitchen with newer appliances features skylight for welcome natural illumination, plenty of counter surface and cupboard space for easy meal preparation and food storage. Side-by-side refrigerator/freezer has filtered water and dual-action ice dispensers. Recessed lighting in ceiling. Double sink with disposal. Built-in microwave oven. Home has separate laundry room with washer and dryer. This home is located just a short drive from world-famous Siesta Key Beach, and minutes away from groceries, pharmacies, Walmart, Costco, and all the necessary conveniences. For the fitness minded, the Legacy Trail, Y, and Planet Fitness are all just a mile away. A hop onto I-75 is an easy 15 minutes from home. Sarasota, the self-proclaimed "Arts Capitol" of Florida, boasts the nationally acclaimed John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, theaters galore, and dining options for every palate. Sarasota is also home to world-class health care provided by the always top rated Sarasota Memorial Health Care System. For the golfer, courses abound to match every linksters' skill level. Whether you're looking to relocate, or desire a second home/investment to vacation during those bitter winter months, Sarasota has it all--and is waiting to welcome you to it's shores!!