Charming, energy-efficient ranch-style home in The Uplands near the waterfront. Just two houses from a picturesque waterfront park in the sought-after Uplands neighborhood of Sarasota, this beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style home offers over 2,000 square feet of spacious living. Combining classic charm with modern efficiency, this home is designed for relaxed comfort and entertaining. The open layout flows seamlessly from a massive, sunlit living room into a huge dining area, ideal for hosting meals and celebrations. The owner’s retreat is a private sanctuary, featuring a separate sitting area with peaceful views of the lush surroundings. The newly updated eat-in kitchen is a dream for home chefs, featuring new cabinets, countertops and appliances, as well as a casual dining area. A step-down sitting area overlooks the oversized backyard, which boasts mango, banana and jaboticaba trees. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests. This home is energy-efficient and storm-ready, featuring impact windows and doors for security and peace of mind, solar panels (approximately 1,000 kilowatt-month production) with two Tesla Powerwalls, ensuring uninterrupted power, even during hurricanes, electric car charger for eco-friendly convenience; new electrical panel for modern reliability, new interior and exterior paint for a fresh, move-in-ready feel; solid and storm-ready, never flooded and not impacted by recent hurricanes, according to the owner. Just minutes from SRQ Bradenton International Airport, New College, The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the Historic Asolo Theater, downtown Sarasota and white sands of Lido Beach, this home offers a blend of convenience, culture and coastal living.