TIMELESS ELEGANCE. EXCEPTIONAL PRIVACY. EXTRAORDINARY COURTYARD LIVING. Set within the exclusive, 24-hour guard-gated community of Deer Creek, this exceptional custom courtyard residence offers a rare combination of privacy, thoughtful updates, and effortless indoor/outdoor living. Recent improvements include a 2025 classic flat tile roof with third-nail construction, new LG refrigerator, Bosch stove, electric fireplace with upgraded electrical service, 2026 water heater, 2024 AC filtration system and 3M Sun Control window films, plus professionally plumbed gas lines for the BBQ and patio fire table. Inside, a sophisticated neutral palette, wide-plank oak luxury vinyl flooring, crown molding, and 8-foot doors create a timeless, polished aesthetic. Dramatic pocketing glass sliders disappear completely into the walls, opening the living spaces to the private courtyard and screened lanai. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers spacious yet comfortable living areas, an updated primary suite, and an open kitchen with granite countertops overlooking the family room and breakfast area. A private guest suite/casita features a bedroom, walk-in closet, updated bath, and independently zoned HVAC-ideal for guests, multigenerational living, a home office, or private retreat. The courtyard is the heart of the home, centered around a pool and spa and surrounded by mature landscaping, a tranquil lily pond, and exceptional privacy. An irrigation well and multi-zone irrigation system maintain the grounds, while the outdoor BBQ and fire table create an inviting setting for entertaining. Deer Creek offers a peaceful, beautifully maintained setting in the heart of Palmer Ranch, conveniently located near Siesta Key Beach, Legacy Trail, Costco, Sarasota Square, the YMCA, dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences. A meticulously maintained custom courtyard home with exceptional privacy, meaningful updates, and an effortless connection to the outdoors-offering an exceptional Sarasota lifestyle.