Welcome to 5044 Creekside Trail, in the desirable Carlyle community of Palm Aire. This beautifully updated three-bedroom plus den home on a private preserve lot with a tranquil creek running just beyond the backyard, offering serenity and privacy. Enter to discover an open and spacious floor plan filled with natural light and several updates. A newer roof (2020), HVAC system (2020), and energy-efficient solar panels (2020) keep monthly electric bills averaging just $30 a month. New carpets in both guest bedrooms (June 2025) and fresh interior painting-including walls, ceilings and baseboards (June 2025)-give the home a crisp, modern feel. Luxury laminate flooring flows throughout the main living areas. The kitchen features warm wood cabinetry, newer stainless steel appliances, and a casual dining nook, all open to the family room with sliding glass doors leading to an extended lanai-ideal for relaxing or entertaining family and guests. The primary suite, accessed through double doors, offers a spacious retreat with a walk-in closet and en-suite bath featuring dual sinks, a soaking tub and a separate walk-in shower. Enjoy working from home in the generous private den, thoughtfully enclosed by French doors for added privacy and a quiet, focused workspace. Other features include accordion rollout hurricane shutters on all exterior doors and windows, a fenced-in backyard, tray ceilings, lush tropical landscaping, including tall palms and mature vegetation, to complete the Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Residents at Carlyle at The Villages of Palm-Aire enjoy low HOA fees, less than $90 per month, and no CDDs. Great amenities such as pickleball, tennis courts, a community pool, a playground, and option to join the Palm-Aire Country Club. Great location near UTC Mall, shopping, restaurants, Sarasota International Airport, and downtown Sarasota and the sugary beaches.