Sherwood Forest is a highly sought after Sarasota community surrounded by majestic oaks, canopy trees, three lakes and a picturesque wooden bridge! Rare to find a community with this charming tranquil feeling in the heart of Sarasota! And it only gets better with this lovely remodeled 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home that offers spectacular lakefront views in addition to a truly exceptional lushly landscaped oversized cul de sac lot. You will be enchanted as you drive up to this private estate and enter the large relaxing front porch that leads you into the home through the double French doors (with built-in blinds). The high ceilings in this split floor plan home add to the spacious feeling and offer a great place to entertain with a Gourmet kitchen that any Chef would love. With breakfast bar seating that is open to the living room and dining room, exquisite glass countertops and glass backsplash, a wall oven/microwave, all GE stainless steel appliances, recessed and pendant lights, plus upgraded white cabinets (including a large cabinet pantry), this kitchen is sure to be the focal point of the home. Gorgeous wood floors run throughout the home (except for decorative tile in the baths and large indoor laundry room). The spacious master bedroom with sizable walk-in closet features an equally impressive master suite with a walk-in shower, dual vanities (granite) and perhaps most importantly a Whirlpool soaking tub. There is a beautiful pedestal sink in the spare bath in addition to a walk-in shower and access to one of the spare bedrooms for Guest convenience. No expense has been spared in decorating this exceptional home with upgrades such as Plantation Shutters throughout, built-in bookcases in great room, recessed lighting, upgraded ceiling fans (including double fan in great room) and all fixtures, pull-down attic stairs, CENTRAL VAC, laundry tub and cabinets, 5 1/2" baseboards and 6-panel doors, garage door replaced 2016 and AC in 2008. You can move right in and enjoy all that Sarasota has to offer, but you may not want to leave your own Oasis! There is a wood burning fireplace for your enjoyment IF you can drag yourself inside because the outdoor living in this home is amazing! In addition to the lush front garden and porch the huge wood deck (with rails and gates) overlooking your lush back yard and lake (with fountain) are an incredible way to spend any afternoon, or morning or evening for that matter! There is also additional lawn seating and a side paver deck. With block construction, hurricane shutters, and a metal roof installed in 2016 this home is built to last! The irrigation system will keep your pristinely landscaped lawn looking marvelous! There are outdoor flood lights for security and full-time enjoyment of your spectacular yard. This family & pet friendly community has larger lots than your average lot size with lush vegetation throughout. Each off-street ends in a cul-de-sac which discourages through traffic. This centrally located neighborhood is near the newly expanded Legacy Trail with 18+ miles of pavement for biking, walking or running. Just minutes to superb shopping, the UTC Mall and Benderson Park, restaurants, two hospitals, 15 minutes to downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, 25 minutes to the Sarasota/Bradenton Airport, close to several golf courses, and the world famous Siesta Key Beach. You will find neighbors out exercising, dog walking, biking and roller blading. Don't miss this lovely home!