1624 Stanford LANE, Sarasota, FL, 34231

Experience the epitome of waterfront luxury living in this stunning two-story canal-front pool home showcasing a harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor space. This impressive home is a boating enthusiast’s dream located approximately 150’ from Sarasota Bay and minutes to the Gulf of Mexico. Upon arriving at the expanded paver brick circular drive, entering through the glass front double doors prepare to be captivated by soaring ceilings and generous open spaces offering fabulous views of the canal, infinity pool and tropical setting. Elegant touches throughout this custom-built smart home include mahogany flooring throughout, crown molding, plantation shutters, Lutron lighting and a fully integrated Sonos Sound System The expansive living area was made for entertaining, and wine connoisseurs will delight in the glass-front wine closet, together with a separate dry bar, wine refrigerator and serving area. Stepping into the oversized kitchen, cooking enthusiasts will be delighted with two separate islands (one with seating for two), the generous amount of cabinetry and countertop space, the oversized walk-in pantry and high-end appliances. Extending from the kitchen is the dining area, filled with natural light surrounded by oversized windows and two sets of glass front double doors leading to the outdoor pool area. Meandering back through the living area, enjoy watching movies in style in the media room, which includes a mounted TV with sound bar and beverage fridge. Continuing on the first level, the expansive Owner’s suite is a luxurious retreat boasting tray ceilings, two walk-in closets, glass front double doors opening to the pool deck, and a large en-suite bath with walk-in shower, spa tub, dual vanities, and water closet with bidet. From the main living area, a beautiful wooden staircase leads to the second level, where three ensuite guest rooms await, one of which features a balcony overlooking the canal and pool area. A fourth guest room (currently used as a workout room), an office, and a separate half-bath complete the second level. The rooms are connected by a beautiful walkway offering captivating outdoor views. Winding back downstairs, the outside living area combines three levels of canal and bay vistas. The first level opens from the living, kitchen and dining area, onto a large travertine deck, with heated infinity pool and spa overlooking the canal. The lower level deck boasts a 16K lb sling boat lift, newer dock area with water, electricity, and plentiful space along the paver deck for dining, casual seating and enjoying the oblong gas firepit. The second deck level promotes entertaining in style with the stand-alone summer kitchen featuring bar seating, double drawer refrigeration, beverage fridge, ice maker, dishwasher, gas grill, burner, sink, pizza oven and a drop-down TV to complete your outdoor oasis. Nestled on the north side of the summer kitchen is an area filled with astro-turf, surrounded by lush landscaping and a fence leading to the front drive. Additional features of this home include an interior laundry room on the first level, an expanded two-car garage with additional storage, and two exterior storage sheds. This home is ideally located moments away from Siesta Key and it's world-renowned beaches, and within close proximity to downtown Sarasota, incredible shopping and dining, and myriad cultural attractions. Experience serene and seamless indoor/outdoor living in this stunning waterfront oasis.

Listing courtesy of MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY Phone: 941-907-9595