This inviting, updated home in the gated community of Creekside Preserve offers a split bedroom floorplan with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. A few highlights of this home include a brand new 2023 HVAC system, all new light fixtures and ceiling fans throughout, fresh neutral interior paint throughout, newer dual pane windows, bamboo floors, and newer French doors installed in the den/office room which is currently being used as the 3rd bedroom. Upon arrival, the screened and covered front porch offers a nice seating area while also providing an ideal space for welcoming guests or providing shelter for deliveries. Once inside, the wide foyer and entry hallway leads to the heart of this home where the thoughtfully designed central kitchen overlooks the living and dining area, and includes a large pantry closet, a stylish tile backsplash seamlessly integrated with the surrounding hardwood cabinetry, new recessed LED lighting, and stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom suite is split from the additional bedrooms and features a large primary bathroom with a lengthy vanity boasting upgraded light fixtures, an oversized tile walk in shower, and a spacious walk in closet. The living space extends to the outdoors, where a screened and covered back lanai beckons for moments of relaxation and outdoor entertainment. This private oasis is the perfect retreat to unwind or entertain guests, sheltered from the elements. Other features include an attached 2 car garage, new kitchen cabinet hardware, upgraded door handles and door hinges thoughtfully chosen to match the freshly painted black interior doors, concrete landscape curbing at the front and rear of the home, exterior painting completed 3 years ago, a brand new 2023 garbage disposal, Levalor blinds installed 2 years ago, and the washer/dryer and refrigerator all replaced within 3 years. The Creekside Preserve community is a gated community within the growing Parrish area featuring a fenced playground, basketball court, and regular community events such as food trucks, book swaps, and kids' craft days all organized by the community's voluntary social group. The community is also located right off US-301, conveniently close to two Publix locations, the Ellenton Outlets, the new Parrish Community High School, access to both the Fort Hamer bridge and I-75 to cross the Manatee River, as well as many up-and-coming dining and entertainment options. All of this situated in a central location between Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota.