The highly desirable Villas at THE GATES is minutes to Surfside Beach and the Marsh Walk in Murrells Inlet! This townhome features 3 nice sized bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an attached one car garage, including a garage door screen! Large END UNIT with plenty of windows for natural light, the primary bedroom is on the first floor with walk in closet and private bath with double vanity. Many upgrades including freshly painted interior, crown molding, newer appliances, newer granite countertops with tile honeycomb style backsplash, newer lighting fixtures, can lights and ceiling fans, newer blinds installed, new cabinet in dining area for bar, coffee or other storage space. Open floor plan with high ceilings in main area that leads to the Four Seasons Carolin Room to Relax and enjoy the enclosed space with private tree views. Open floor plan, large living room with tile throughout the entire first floor and primary bedroom and closet upgraded to hardwood. First floor half bath for guests or easy access upon entering with upgraded lighting, paint and laundry. New shelving installed in the laundry room for extra storage. The spacious second floor offers another living room or sitting area with the loft overlooking the main living area. Two more nice sized bedrooms on the second floor, one with a walk in closet and full bath. New purification system and well-maintained 2 zone HVAC system. Close to everything: the beach, restaurants, new grocery store, upcoming Trader Joe's nearby location disclosed, fast food, coffee shops, shopping, CCU, and more!