Lovingly owned for 20 years, this tropical retreat offers privacy, charm, and thoughtful updates throughout. Recent enhancements include lush Areca palms for a private, resort-style setting, and an expanded pool area complete with a cozy seating space, large umbrella, and fire pit-perfect for relaxing or entertaining under the stars. Nestled in the heart of Siesta Key, and close to one of the best beaches in the U.S., this spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality. Featuring engineered hardwood floors throughout, this residence is designed for family living and entertaining. The living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, which is conveniently located next to the kitchen. The kitchen features shaker style cabinetry and Corian counters. A pass-through window and breakfast bar open to the casual dining area, which can easily be transformed into a game room or flex space to suit your needs. On the other side of the of the kitchen is the spacious family room, with soaring vaulted ceilings and fireplace. A French door from the family room leads to the open pool area. A fiberglass salt water pool was added in 2008 with a travertine deck. The spacious Primary bedroom suite includes a sitting area with large window that offers serene views, an adjoining library/office that allows for work from home with floor to ceiling bookshelves with a separate exterior door. A major renovation in 2014 added two additional upstairs bedrooms bringing the total to four, plus a half bath with a charming turquoise/green tile display on the mirrored wall. The full bath upstairs has Quartz counters, shaker cabinets, double sinks, and skylight in the shower giving the space an abundance of natural light. The home is built for durability with a metal roof, hurricane impact windows upstairs, and many downstairs, with custom hurricane Fabric shields protecting non-impact windows and doors. The 10' elevation has kept the property free from hurricane damage. The home is ideally situated a short distance from Glebe Park, one of Siesta Key's hidden gems. Perfect for families and active lifestyles, the park features a baseball field, basketball court, multi-purpose field(great for soccer or casual games), pickleball court, playground, restrooms, and a gazebo for parties and picnics. The mid-island location offers easy access to both the North and South bridges.