Welcome to the most tranquil wooded setting in Sarasota! When you enter the driveway of this peaceful property you will be greeted by mature canopy oaks and a pretty creek that runs along the eastern boundary of this beautiful, almost 6-acre lot in Myakka Valley Ranches. The 2,200+ sq.ft. concrete block home features 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a big and a small loft, a 2-car garage, a newly resurfaced pebble tec pool, and a screened-in pool deck that provides breathtaking views of the natural surroundings. A lovely deck, built on the edge of the creek, is another great space to unwind. A huge 1,600 sq.ft. metal outbuilding with dog kennel and 2 horse stalls, is perfect to store all your toys and equipment. You will also love the spring-fed pond, filled with lily pads. The entire property is fenced and cross-fenced into 3 pastures. The exterior of the home has been well maintained and includes a metal roof and two updated A/C's (2012 and 2020). The interior of the home features 17 ft. vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, plantation shutters, a dramatic, wooden, spiral staircase, new stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, and new carpet in the master bedroom. The entire home has new outlets and switches as well as PEX plumbing throughout. The driveway has just been repaved, the pool deck was recently painted/sealed and landscaping was refreshed. This home was built by the current owners who love the privacy the wooded part of the lot offers, and the fact that there is more than enough pasture to keep horses and/or cows. The creek, and the nearby saddle trails (also great for hiking) are the icing on the cake! Myakka Valley Ranches is like a big park (2,500 acres), with approximately 285 homes, all on lots of at least 5 acres. Miles of saddle trails run behind the lots, while all the roadside easements can also be used by horseback riders, joggers, or pedestrians (ask your agent to send you the attached trail map). Bonus: Fiber Optic internet is available in the neighborhood for all your work at home needs. The subdivision is located in a great school district, with shopping and restaurants within 20 minutes. Downtown Sarasota, with its many cultural amenities is only 30 minutes away, as are the beautiful beaches of Siesta Key. For nature lovers: Myakka River State Park (37,000 acres) borders the subdivision. It offers great hiking, birding, fishing, and boating. Take a ride to find out for yourself why Myakka Valley Ranches is considered by some the last frontier in Sarasota! Schedule your showing today!