Paradise found! Here is your opportunity to own your own private oasis on Siesta Key. Believed to be originally designed/built by the historic icon, Ruth Richmond, this beautiful waterfront home is situated on the Grand Canal and is just one bridge away from the open waters of the intracoastal waterway. Enjoy almost half acre of land that is adorned with an assortment of mature tropical landscaping. With a 10-foot privacy fence on both sides, you will feel transported to your own quiet and peaceful escape from the rest of the world. This well-maintained home has been updated both inside and out. It boasts a new roof (2022), new attic insulation 7 inches thick (2023), hurricane impact windows and doors (2022), new electrical panel (2023), new pool, paver patio and pool cage (2018), and new 16,000 lb boat lift and boat dock (2021). Relax knowing not a thing needs to be done inside as it has been completely updated including the kitchen with Cambria countertops, wood cabinets, and a breathtaking dining island. Additionally, both bathrooms have been updated, and luxury vinyl flooring has been floated throughout the entire house (underneath which is the original terrazzo floor).The oversized 2 car garage has room for storage, a workshop or golf cart. There are no mandatory HOA’s or association fees here. With the Siesta Key Village and Beaches only moments away and to be in the heart of the one of the best places to live by US News & World Report, what else could you ask for? Don’t wait. Carpe Diem!

Welcome to Siesta Cove, a hidden tropical paradise with around 80 homes, just a breezy bike ride away from the world-famous Siesta Key Beach. Larger lots and no-cookie cutter feel here. For a buyer's convenience, this charming residence is offered furnished. Its tucked away from the road, enveloped by mature trees and lush landscaping, offering a serene retreat with its spacious rooms, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a terrific swimming pool. Step inside and feel the inviting ambiance, where warm wood ceilings meet traditional parquet flooring. The first floor is designed for both comfortable living and entertainment, featuring a formal living room with a vaulted ceiling that opens to a screened lanai, a dining room with a picture window, and a generous kitchen that flows into the comfy family room. The primary bedroom on this level can be your private sanctuary boasting space for a sitting area and desk, along with a private en-suite bath equipped with dual sinks, a separate tub, a stand-up shower, and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a bath, with a clever pocket door for nighttime privacy. Upstairs, discover another bedroom and bath, perfect for guests or family. This home exudes character and charm at every turn. The expansive paver driveway accommodates plenty of guest parking, while the outdoor lanai offers a covered area and a fabulous pool for leisurely swims or invigorating laps. Imagine loading up a wagon for a leisurely stroll to the beach or catching breathtaking sunsets. Just a quick ride takes you to the Village, where you can indulge in Florida’s tropical vacation-vibe, grab groceries at Morton’s, and explore delightful shops and eateries. This is more than a home; it’s a lifestyle waiting for you to embrace. Seller would like all prospective buyers to know that there was no water intrusion or property damage except for some landscape cleanup through the recent storms.

Major Price Improvement! This home makes the perfect gathering spot, with a beautiful updated kitchen situated at its heart. Granite countertops, stainless appliances and white cabinetry are among the updates here. Bar seating in the kitchen allows extra eating and entertaining space. Sliders in the living area and bedroom, and windows and a skylight in the kitchen, let in ample amounts of natural sunlight. This is a true split-plan home that offers a gracious master suite that includes a separate double vanity from the bath area, and a walk-in closet. On the other side of the home, you will find a luxuriously remodeled bathroom, and two additional large bedrooms. A bonus: this floorplan is very conducive to today's style of living: You can have a living space for you, and a space for your children to call their own, while still maintaining a dining area at the front of the home. The paver patio and pool area are expansive, with ample covered room to extend your living space. Neighbors to the rear are set far back to enhance the sense of a private oasis. Inside, you'll find a huge laundry/mud room with lots of storage. Need more space than that? This extra-deep garage easily accommodates two cars with plenty of additional room to store your belongings. Don't sweat the BIG stuff! This homeowner has meticulously maintained, updated and replaced/repaired major systems throughout their ownership. All you have to do is move right in. Please see attachments for a full list of updates. And the icing on the cake? The location is hard to beat. Welcome to Forest Lakes where you'll find peaceful living right in the middle of town.

VACANT Buildable double LOT! PLUS a great existing home. The possibilities are endless with this centrally located home in Sarasota on nearly 3/4 of an acre with a buildable lot. House is located on a cul de sac with lake views. Have you ever wanted to have a garden or farm in the city? Do you have so many toys you don't know where to store them? Maybe a home business or one in which the 1,000sf barn/shed is a must-have? Perhaps you want to build a home from scratch. This 3 bedroom 2 bath home is minutes from downtown Sarasota, a block away from the Legacy bike trail, and boasts NO CDD or HOA fees! The spacious living room has a wood burning fireplace and opens to the screened and covered lanai. The bonus room is great for a home office or playroom. The roof on this home is only 3 years old! But once you see the outdoor space and the adjacent lot with a free standing barn, you will fall in love. Create your own backyard oasis, add a pool, or build another dwelling on the adjacent lot. This isn't your cookie cutter home on a postage stamp lot. This is real living in town with a bit of a country feel.

Welcome to tranquility. Situated in the most coveted spot on Siesta Key, this cottage will WOW you. Notable features include a stunning kitchen created with backlit onyx countertops, all Thermador appliances, plus a Wolf induction cooktop nestled perfectly into an extra thick butcher block island. Special attention to detail, in every nook and cranny, adds to the style and comfort of this peaceful place: floor-to-ceiling Honey Onyx tiles in the bathroom, 4 new hurricane rated sliders, tankless water heater and 2 new TV's. The bedroom showcases a custom-made piece of Sarasota history, coupled with a mural of the gorgeous driftwood that sits down on your private beach. Sip your coffee or spend happy hour with a view of the gulf on one of two balconies. There is extra storage at your carport for all things necessary for living the island life! (Bikes included!). As an added bonus, you have your washer and dryer there. Outdoors you are steps away from your very own private beach and fishing pier. Kayak storage is provided for your convenience. Hop on your bicycle or take a 5 minute stroll into the Village for a lovely dinner or night out! You can't beat being in the heart of the Island, yet feeling so off the beaten path. Truly the best of both worlds!

What a special find in Gulf Gate Woods! This home is one of only a handful in this desirable section of Gulf Gate, situated on 80 +/- feet of picturesque bayou. Enjoy watching the birds congregate at the park across the water, eliminating rear neighbors and providing a feeling of tranquility and privacy, all while being centrally located to everything Sarasota has to offer! Entertain year-round on your covered and screened-in lanai and large pool. Lovely views of the pool and waterway can be enjoyed from both the family/kitchen area and the primary bedroom. Built-ins in the family and living rooms add to the charm of the home. With separate living, family, and dining areas, plus 4 true bedrooms, there's plenty of room to roam. Conveniently, there is access from the pool area to the second bath. New appliances in the kitchen and a new tile roof in 2022 make this home a blank canvas ready for you to make your own.

Lowest priced Pool Home in Forest Lakes Country Club Estates! You won't be disappointed in this open and bright floorplan. Split bedrooms, large LR/DR combo, sliders pocket all the way back from LR to let the outside in. Overlook your pool and covered outdoor living space and let the good times roll! The kitchen is the perfect space for cooking with it's bright atmosphere and room for guests to congregate around the bar or separate eating area. Gorgeous mature landscaping on an oversized 14+k sq. ft. lot provides lots of room for your toys, your furry friends to roam, or a perfect canvas to create your own tropical oasis. Roof 2010. A/C 2021. Come live on the Riviera! These lovely two dead-end streets just east of Beneva are highly desired within FLCCE, and are the place to be! Friendly neighbors, neighborhood get-togethers, and overall camaraderie are what you get here!

Fabulous home with a private pool & dock and serene lake views. 3 large bedrooms, 2.5 baths, family and living room, and a spacious Florida room under air. Features include a new roof, newer A/C, updated kitchen appliances, tiled floors, new hurricane impact windows and sliding glass doors. A 30,000 watt generator system that will run the whole house provides peace of mind. The heated, caged pool and deck overlook the sparkling lake. The family room has cathedral ceilings with lovely beams a nice stone fireplace. A spacious driveway allows for extra parking in addition to a large 2-car garage that is air conditioned for all your hobbies. Restaurants, shopping, and the beaches are only a short drive away. Make your appointment today to view this is one-of-a-kind home.

Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Palma Sola Park. This single story home has a formal living and dining space. The kitchen boasts ample cabinet and counter space with an island. The primary bedroom features double doors to the patio pool and an en suite bathroom with walk in closet and stand up shower. Outside in the back you will enjoy the patio with the fenced in yard, In the front you will enjoy the patio with the pool. Located in Bradenton, this home is convenient to shops, restaurants, and I-75 for an easy commute to Tampa, Sarasota and surrounding areas, as well as the beautiful gulf beaches.

Welcome to the perfect home in Sun City Center! Located in the Orleans neighborhood, this special retreat has a bright and spacious floor plan overlooking lovely gardens and the golf course beyond. Notable features include an eat-in kitchen area, granite countertops, gas stove, wood cabinets, and bar seating all overlooking the dining and living areas. Built-in shelving in the living room provides extra storage for AV components and accessories. The master bath has a walk-in custom closet. Sit on your screened and covered lanai and dine al fresco while taking in the view. The heated pool/spa is upgraded with a fully integrated cleaning system, lighting, and a fountain to add to the ambiance. An extended garage with closets for extra storage completes the package! Recent new A/C system. This is retirement living at it's finest. Sun City Center is chock full of amenities included in the HOA fees: four amazing clubhouses and a myriad of clubs, groups, social and athletic facilities. Golf carts are welcome and a common mode of transportation within the community! All of this is within a short driving distance to Sarasota, St. Petersburg and Tampa featuring professional sporting events, the arts and America's Award Winning Beaches.

WOW What a view! Maintenance-free living on Philippi Creek at its finest! This lovely, open and bright villa has so much to offer. It is situated at the quiet, back end of Strathmore Riverside providing gorgeous, long water views. A spectacular large, heated pool area is located at the front of this active community, which offers so many more amenities. There are activities every day for the residents at the clubhouse which houses a full kitchen, a fitness center, and his and hers saunas. Other perks include a pool table, card tables with organized games, ping-pong table & shuffleboard court. There are many clubs to join at Strathmore as well. Something for everyone and every interest! After enjoying your day out, you can be welcomed home with a gorgeous sunset, manatees and an abundance of wildlife just outside your back wall of sliders ~ your million-dollar view. You'll also be entertained by the boats and kayakers meandering by, as well as our local gondola tour, equipped with a driver serenading his guests with Italian songs. This villa is conveniently located to shopping and beaches, while still being tucked away. This gem is truly a special find!

If you've been searching for a beautiful, well maintained updated Florida home, this may be the perfect one for you! This stunning Windemere three bedroom, two bathroom home makes you feel like you are walking into a brand new home without the long wait for construction. The utilization of space, open concept and soaring cathedral ceilings will welcome you, your family and/or guests visiting to enjoy the Sunshine State and escape the cold in the north. The pride of ownership and care for this home includes tastefully updated ceramic tile throughout, appealing solid surface countertops including quartz in both bathrooms and Corian in the kitchen, eye catching marble kitchen backsplash that brightens and brings together the kitchen design, new toilets in both bathrooms, updated light fixtures and switches, newer dishwasher and range, fresh paint throughout, screened garage door and new garage door openers and so much more. Enjoy lots of natural light from the home's large impact windows, which will, also, give you peace of mind during hurricane season. Entertain and enjoy Florida's beautiful weather in the large screened lanai with an updated ceiling fan and extended, paver patio, which is perfect for barbecuing and entertaining. Plenty of extra storage for mowers and gardening tools in the outside shed. This home is close to schools and the Suncoast Technical College. The current homeowners really enjoy the quite and privacy of the neighborhood along with the convenience of the closeness to I75. Close to restaurants, fishing, beaches, shopping, area attractions, and much, much more. Make an appointment today to see this amazing home, as it will not last long!

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. This spacious, FRESHLY PAINTED (2024) villa at Forest Pines offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and active living within a friendly 55+ community. Imagine hosting lively gatherings in the bright, open living and dining area, or unwinding with a good book on your private SCREENED LANAI overlooking a peaceful greenbelt. BRAND NEW FLOORING (2024) flows throughout most of the home, complimenting the already existing tile in the wet areas. NO CARPET. The kitchen boasts ample storage and a spacious Closet Pantry with a Lazy Susan for convenience. The Like-New REVERSE R/O system (2023) at the faucet delivers filtered water from its own tap. NEWER Microwave and Stove (2020), as well as the Garbage Disposal and Dishwasher (2019). You will reap the benefits of added efficiency from the replaced Ductwork and Attic Insulation (2020). The LAUNDRY ROOM features shelving and convenient location next to the kitchen. Both bathrooms feature grab bars for comfort and convenience and handheld showerheads for added accessibility, and the primary en suite boasts a luxurious WALK-IN SHOWER. The Flex Space offers endless options: Want an Art Studio? Perfect. Office? Perfect. too. Can't wait to hear what you are going to do with this extra space. You will also definitely appreciate the convenience of (2) two locking STORAGE SHEDS in the carport, along with an extra bin for your beach essentials. Living is easy at Forest Pines. Low monthly fees cover Lawn Maintenance, basic CABLE, and access to the sparkling community POOL, clubhouse, and shuffleboard courts. There is also busy social calendar so you will always have something fun to do. Plus, you're just a walk or bike ride from area restaurants, shops, a CVS, and the popular Der Dutchman for all your fresh produce and baked goods needs. Ready to embrace a vibrant lifestyle in a beautiful, move-in-ready villa? Contact us today to schedule a showing!

Holy Windows !  Take a look at this incredibly beautiful and tucked away second floor 2 bedroom 2 bath condo. This condo features stunningly high ceilings, a loft, and a large balcony to relax outdoor. Second floor units in this community are hard to come by in this highly desired community !  Property updates include :  Freshly painted (professionally) 2022 AC replaced 4 years ago complete with UV and air purifiers that are one year old All of the valves are updated throughout the condo Brand new plumbing and toilet in guest bathroom  All flooring and sub floor replaced in 2018 The Cordova Gardens community features a community pool, a club house, bike parking, lots of guest parking spaces and lush landscaping to create a shaded and cool enclave minutes from downtown Sarasota. Move in ready , turn key and in paradise , what more could you ask for !

Lovely and affordable condo in desirable Kings Lake Townhomes. Nice, open living/dining combo with passthrough from kitchen. The kitchen has plenty of space for an eat-in area, and houses laundry and pantry closets. Sliders lead you to an ample outdoor, screened porch with attached additional storage space. Gorgeous, designer wall coverings in baths and 2nd bedroom. Custom window treatments in every room. This gated community offers a pool and, just outside the gates, you will find a nice park to unwind including a lake and playground. Schools are all nearby. With easy access to I-75, close to beaches, grocery stores, and restaurants, it is the ideal location to call home!

Discover the ultimate haven on your journey to embracing Sarasota as your forever home! Welcome to Vilano, an unparalleled luxury acreage community ideally situated at the heart of all that Sarasota has to offer! Step into this exquisite estate home, where modern sophistication intertwines seamlessly with warm, inviting comforts. With its soaring ceilings and expansive views beckoning through pocketing glass doors, every corner exudes an airy, open ambiance. Outside, the oversized lanai invites you to host grand gatherings and revel in Florida's splendid weather, all while staying sheltered beneath ample covered space. As evening falls, the LED-lit pool transforms into a magical oasis, casting a mesmerizing glow over the lush surroundings. Plus, a fenced portion of the property ensures a safe haven for your beloved furry companions to roam and play. At the heart of the home lies a chef's kitchen, complete with a generous center island, butler's pantry, and a cozy dine-in area for casual meals. A large walk-in pantry ensures ample storage for all of your gizmos and gadgets. Retreat to the first-floor master suite, boasting picturesque views of the sprawling lanai, pool, and serene lake beyond. The suite also features a vast custom closet, and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in rain shower and garden soaking tub. Yearning for more space? A dedicated office on the first level and an oversized bonus room on the second level offer versatility and room to grow. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and three bathrooms provide comfort and convenience for all. And the cherry on top? Whole-home solar power ensures unbelievably low expenses, empowering you to embrace sustainable living without sacrificing luxury. Charge your EV in either garage! 50 amp plug-ins in both. Welcome to Vilano—where luxury living meets Sarasota's vibrant allure, creating an idyllic sanctuary to call home.