Location: This deed-protected neighborhood is directly east of downtown Sarasota, about 9 miles east of I-75. It offers easy access both to Sarasota and to SR-70 and Bradenton.

Description: The flexible floor plan of this house will work for almost any family and their guests, offering 4 or 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths . It was designed with the relaxed Florida lifestyle in mind. The finishes and decor that meets ASID standards is a fantastic extra not found in most homes! Every detail was considered when the owners made this their home, and you will be the recipient of their care. The owner's suite and office are downstairs. The living room, kitchen, breakfast room, and owner's suite all have a view out over the screened pool and spa and into the ancient oaks bordering the back yard. There is a peek of the golf course beyond the lake. The pond in the front yard attracts birds for your enjoyment. A 3-car garage allows storage space for your "toys"! Click for Virtual Tour

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• Large 1.16 acre lot, 50,603 square feet, provides comfortable separation between neighbors. Beautiful landscaping invites guests up to the broad front veranda with it's porch swing and rocking chairs.
• The tiled foyer offers a view of the pool and spa through the living area, and it also leads to the office or dining room.
• The volume ceilings in the luxurious 17' x 16' living room give a feeling of space and invitation to enjoy settling down to enjoy the open view into the back yard. A gas fireplace is available to warm and relax you.
• The 14' x 14' formal dining room is an embracing oasis, away from the hustle and bustle of your busy day.
• The 24' x 14' kitchen is designed so that several people can join in the cooking or baking, and the bar area is a great place for chatting to catch up on the events of the day. Jenn-Aire appliances and granite counters are examples of the quality throughout. It overlooks the 9' x 14' informal eating area, with views out to the pool and back yard.
• The owner's suite, 20' x 13', is large and cozy at the same time! Separate walk-in closets, plenty of counter space, a relaxing garden tub and a Roman shower to suit your needs.
• The 10' x 13' office or den has beautiful wood built-in office furniture, but it has a closet and would be a great nursery as well.
• Your guests may want to stay and stay! The guest bedrooms are 34' x 13', 18' x 11', and 15' x 11'.
• There is an upstairs bonus room, 24' x 19', currently used as a media room and play room with a billiards table, kitchenette area, and a door to the private sunning deck.
• The heated pool and spa are screen-enclosed within the 37' x 64' outdoor living space, with room for several tables, chaise lounges, and the hammock.
• Extensive outdoor lighting will enhance your evenings.
• Built in 1997, 4,629 square feet of air conditioned living space.
• Golf course membership is optional.
• $ 549,000