2970 CAPTIVA DRIVE Relax in this spacious 2, 409 square foot pool home in Gulf Gate Woods just 15 minutes from world famous Siesta Key Beach. This 4 bedroom, 3 bath pool home has a large separate living room off the main entry with vaulted ceilings and expansive, retractable sliding glass doors for access to the patio, Florida breezes and diveable oversized pool. The north side of the house features main entry, living room, formal dining, and primary suite, plus the office, study or nursery that can also be used as a 4th bedroom for guests or returning college kids. Pocket doors provide separation from south area of the home which has the kitchen and family room space with vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace and built-in shelves, dinette, laundry room with sink and spacious cabinets and closet, plus two more bedrooms, both with walk-in closets; one with en suite and one adjacent to full pool bath. Perfect for hosting vacationing family and friends. All main living areas have rich yet durable acacia engineered hardwood floors. Upgrades to the core elements of the home include A/C and ductwork, new overhead PVC plumbing, new hot water heater, new pool pump, and new pool resurfacing with Diamond Brite. Minutes away from Beaches, Gulf Gate Shops, dining, movie Theaters, Legacy Trail, several fitness centers, A+ schools & Gulf Gate Library. All located in South Sarasota and within minutes to cultural Downtown Sarasota, and St. Armand's Circle. Gulf Gate Woods is one of the most sought-after communities with deed restrictions, low dues and excellent schools nearby.