This genuine Key West-style home, designed and built by an architect, is truly a one of a kind. Nestled in a private setting on a 1/2 acre, corner lot on a quiet, dead-end street, this home offers colorful, stunning curb appeal amid ancient oaks and lush Florida landscape. With its raised foundation and large windows designed to allow the air to move freely throughout the house, this home responds beautifully to the environment and the idea of living side by side with nature. A soaring-ceiling great room with a 30-foot cupola surrounded by 20 clerestory windows is the focal point. Classic wood floors and Key West-style interior paint design add unique charm and warmth. Three bedrooms have all been remodeled with new crown molding, woodwork, hardwood flooring, and laminate. Bedrooms boast larger walk-in closets and there is additional storage in hallway closets. The open, wraparound wood deck flows off the kitchen and dining room for easy access to the peace and privacy of your tree-lined lot. Detached, oversized 24’x24’ two-car garage and workshop for additional storage and space for artist’s studio, pool house or gardener’s cottage. This home has been lovingly maintained and improved. The exterior has been professionally painted from top to bottom. NEW ROOF was installed in Dec. 2019. All decking has been replaced and waterproofed. NEW Septic Tank installed in March 2020. The home is on City Water; elevation is estimated at 13.5.’ The stem-wall foundation provides a flow-through under the main floor for easy access to plumbing and electrical. The location offers quick access to I-75 and minutes to beaches, bike trails, dining, entertainment, medical facilities and top schools. Publix is 1 mile just around the corner, and Sarasota Memorial's new ($450 million dollar) Hospital complex is less than two miles away. Laurel/Nokomis School is only 1/2 mile away. The Island Village Montessori School is just over a mile away. There are no HOA, CDD fees or deed restrictions and plenty of room for an RV or boat. You will fall in love with all that this unique home has to offer. Call for a safe guideline showing and quality information Cheryl 941-416-6143
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