Nestled behind the gates of The Landings, one of the only gated communities "West of the Trail", this custom Florida-style home offers the perfect blend of timeless elegance, spacious living, and an exceptional Sarasota lifestyle. Situated on a desirable corner lot with easy access to the members-only gate, this beautifully updated home spans more than 3,100 square feet and features four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, a three-car garage, bonus room, and an upstairs loft area ideal for flexible living. Designed with an open, airy feel and soaring high ceilings, the home is filled with natural light and inviting living spaces perfect for both everyday comfort and entertaining. The expansive screened lanai showcases two separate sitting areas, an outdoor kitchen, a large heated pool with recent resurfacing, and views of the spacious backyard, the benefits of being a corner lot, creating a true private retreat. Inside, the thoughtfully designed floor plan features a rare first-floor primary suite, a highly sought-after feature for a two-story home in The Landings. The updated kitchen is the heart of the home, complete with a large center island perfect for gathering with family and friends while creating lasting memories. Updated bathrooms, a cozy fireplace in the living room, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a newer metal shingle roof further enhance the move-in-ready appeal of this exceptional property. Residents of The Landings enjoy tree-canopied streets, a private nature trail leading to Roberts Bay, and optional membership to the Landings Racquet Club, featuring tennis, pickle ball, a heated pool, fitness center, and clubhouse. This prestigious gated community of 702 residences borders the Intracoastal Waterway and spans 280 acres with stand-alone homes, villas, and town-homes surrounded by 75 acres of protected mangroves, nature preserves, walking trails, a gazebo, kayak launch, and butterfly garden. Take your golf cart to the Landings Shopping Center which features, Publix grocery store, Starbucks, and numerous dining options from breakfast hot spots to outstanding seafood options. Ideally located near A-rated schools, Southside Village, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and Sarasota’s renowned dining, arts, and waterfront attractions, this is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in one of Sarasota’s most desirable gated communities. Located in flood zone X, the highest zone, no flood insurance required.