Behind the gates of highly sought-after Misty Creek Subdivision, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath pool home built by Arthur Rutenburg is situated on one of the largest homesites offering over ½ acre overlooking greenbelt area. Upon entering the front door, the light and airy interior is enhanced by bamboo flooring throughout the living and dining room, kitchen, breakfast nook and family room, all overlooking the inviting pool, lanai and back yard. With ample space to roam, entertaining is a delight with the updated kitchen, complimented by under cabinet lighting with multiple color options, newer stainless appliances, quartz countertops, breakfast bar/island and breakfast nook. The pocket sliding glass doors off the living room and family room make outdoor entertaining a breeze and a wood burning fireplace in the family room provides a wonderful place to warm up during those cooler days. The master suite, with sliders to the pool and lanai, also offers separate access to the walled privacy garden. The master suite has new carpet and is complimented with gracious sized walk-in closet and spacious master bath with spa tub overlooking the privacy garden. Bedrooms two and three have new carpet and are located off the kitchen and family room area; and a fourth ensuite bedroom off the family room has access to the lanai and pool. The oversized two car side load garage provides sufficient space for golf cart and the driveway has extra drive space for easy exit. Updates include: tile roof replaced in 2012; HVAC approximately 8 yrs old; water heater, oven/range, microwave, and pool pump replaced in 2021; kitchen has newer cabinets, undercabinet lighting, tasteful backsplash, quartz countertops, stainless appliances; and pool has been resurfaced. This home is waiting for your personal touch and further updating as desired. Don't miss this opportunity to own in a gated, golf community, where golf membership is optional. Central eastern location with easy access to I75, shopping, dining, entertainment, beaches and all that Sarasota has to offer.