A Tranquil Escape in the Heart of Sarasota! Surrounded by mature live oaks and nestled along one of Sarasota County’s designated canopy streets, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers privacy, character, and a serene natural setting. Located in the established Ridge Wood Heights neighborhood, this residence blends thoughtful updates with timeless design elements. A dramatic vaulted ceiling, exposed wood beams, and a handcrafted fieldstone fireplace anchor the main living space, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The intelligently designed split floor plan places the spacious primary suite—complete with walk-in closet and private bath—separately from two generously sized guest bedrooms and an additional full bath, ensuring privacy and comfort for all. The kitchen is filled with natural light and offers abundant cabinetry, a pantry closet, and tranquil backyard views. Enjoy morning coffee or evening relaxation from the screened lanai and elevated deck, overlooking a fully fenced yard that feels more like a private park. Blooming bromeliads and rich landscaping thrive beneath the tree canopy, enhancing the home’s peaceful ambiance. Practical features include a 2023 roof, a new HVAC system installed in 2024, an interior laundry area just off the kitchen, and a large two-car garage. A dedicated dining space opens to the lanai, offering ideal indoor-outdoor flow for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. Set just minutes from Siesta Key, downtown Sarasota, top-rated hospitals, and schools, this home backs up to the sought-after Elysian Woods community of luxury estates—providing a rare mix of privacy and proximity in a central Sarasota location.