5310 DOMINICA CIRCLE Under contract-accepting backup offers. Nestled within the SERENE ENCLAVE of Center Gate Estates, this setting feels like an idyllic nature retreat on an EXPANSIVE CORNER LOT with VERDANT FOLIAGE and MAJESTIC CANOPY TREES sprawled across well over 1/3 of an acre. Encompassing FOUR bedrooms, including a secluded owner's suite, this residence delivers thoughtful flow and functionality. MAJOR updates include a NEW ROOF in 2022 and NEW A/C installed in October 2023, alongside a NEW Traverstone pool deck and Marquis Quartz pool surface completed in December 2022. Refreshed with BRAND NEW carpeting in the bedrooms and BRAND NEW PAINT throughout the interior and front exterior. Stepping inside, wood floors grace the formal living area and owner's bedroom. Vaulted ceilings amplify the sense of space. Sunlight floods through an abundance of windows and glass sliders. The owner’s suite, dining, family and guest bedroom have fully pocketing sliders opening to the fully screened pool deck, seamlessly blending the indoor and outdoor realms to embrace Florida's coveted lifestyle. The heart of the home lies within the well laid out kitchen, featuring stainless appliances and a large pass-through window facilitating easy access to the outdoor entertainment area. Adjoining kitchen is a cozy family room, complemented by counter seating and overlooking the tropically landscaped pool area. For formal gatherings, a spacious living room beckons with a large picture window framing the beauty of nature. Practical amenities include a full-size utility room with sink and storage, as well as a two-car garage providing direct access to both the utility room and the home's entryway. The property also has an alarm system, Sentricon Termite system and a well with a Rainbird irrigation system, ensuring convenience and peace of mind. Center Gate Estates is has wide appeal with low HOA fees and convenient access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and major thoroughfares, making it an irresistible haven for homeowners seeking the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Outside, a lush green belt along Center Gate Blvd enhances the community's natural allure, while residents relish proximity to esteemed schools (Ashton is ranked as the #1 traditional elementary school in Sarasota County), championship golf courses, gourmet dining, and the sun-kissed shores of Siesta Key Beach.