TAKING BACKUP OFFERS. Bent Tree is one of Sarasota's best kept secrets. The moment you enter the gated community you are greeted by mature landscaping and pride of ownership by all who live here. This has all the benefits of an 80s larger home but with all the updates already completed! A charming 2736 sf home with 4 bedrooms and an office (could be 5th bedroom) also has 3 full bathrooms. The new gorgeous designer custom kitchen has custom built cabinets. New wifi appliances include a double oven, induction stove top, 3-row dishwasher, microwave, and a refrigerator with a freezer that not only makes cubed and crushed ice but also whiskey ball ice. Along with a pot filler, this chef's kitchen has a stunning quartz and walnut custom oversized island with seating for 7-9 guests and storage on both sides of the island. You'll find beautiful new luxury vinyl throughout the main living areas, a wood-burning fireplace with a custom walnut mantle in the cozy family room in addition to an impressive chandelier and skylights bringing in natural light. While entertaining you'll enjoy the convenience to the built-in hutch with interior lights and the large dining area with lots of natural light from the picture windows. The master bedroom is spacious with glass doors to the patio. The master bathroom has split vanities, a separate toilet and shower room, large walk-in closet, large linen closet and sliders to a private garden area. The 2nd bedroom hosts a queen Murphy bed and shares a bathroom with the 3rd bedroom. The 4th bedroom is in its own space with more privacy towards the back of the house, sliders to the back patio and has a bathroom with access to the pool area. This bedroom could be used as a mother-in-law suite. The separate flex room with a closet has generous space to be an office, a den or a 5th bedroom. The inside laundry room is large enough to be a second office with built-in desk and cabinets. The amazing porch is inviting after a long day and you'll enjoy relaxing in the Pebble Tec heated pool. This home has so many great extras and updates. New in 2021: AC with UV lights, pool pump & heater, hardwired Ring doorbell, Google nest thermostat, sprinkler system, security lights/camera/motion ring system, chimney flashing, drain line, all lights, ceiling fans, interior paint. Roof is 2013. Hurricane shutters also included. HOA fees $525 annually. This is the "Proctor Road side" of Bent Tree.