Spectacular Waterfront Manor on 4.25 Acres

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This spectacular waterfront manor is nestled on over 4.25 acres on the banks of shimmering Lake Calm. A winding driveway reveals stately wrought iron gates providing entrée to this secluded haven. An architectural masterpiece, this home has been brilliantly renovated, while the property’s design presents private access to the 113-acre lake where you may jet ski and boat to your heart’s content. Contained within this tranquil compound are pickleball/tennis courts, a resort style pool, an endless lap swim spa roofed for all-weather access, and a long pier ending in a covered dock porch with newer wood and railings. Tree-lined, pavered pathways throughout the grounds provide access between amenities; the sunsets are absolute works of art. Enjoy these magnificent twilight vistas from every angle indoors and out. Wonderfully eclectic, this 6,008 SF, 5-bedroom, 5.5 bath residence boasts the perfect blend of luxury contemporary and richly traditional stylings. From the entryway’s stunning stained glass door frame to the splendid grand foyer’s marble floors, to the formal living and dining room’s 20-foot ceilings, the gourmet kitchen shines with walnut cabinetry, quartz countertops, newer faucets, and a dining area. Hardwood bookcases adorn the main floor’s office/library offering access to the commercial grade marble-floored elevator, complete with battery backup. Located just outside this impressive space is a newer side porch. The living room’s soaring ceiling and walls of windows surround a striking fireplace. Multiple sets of glass doors lend entree to the adjacent sunroom/game room. The gorgeous family room’s electric fireplace is mounted on a travertine wall. Newer fans were mounted on the porches; the interior was recently repainted. For even more in sumptuous living, the master suite is a retreat furnished with exquisite fixtures and finishes, a standalone Japanese soaking tub, a spacious shower room, and its own balcony. The detached 3 car garage was outfitted with new door openers and the tracks replaced to maintain a watertight seal. The guest suite above is beautifully appointed and can even alternatively serve as a yoga or sculpture studio. Over 1000 SF of space, it features a bathroom and a powder room, kitchen, and a balcony with lake views. This home’s upgrades include a commercial grade elevator to the second floor, triple water filtration throughout, a newer well, upgraded electrical, two newer A/C systems, and battery backup; underground power coming into the area will eliminate overhead lines. For the best of both worlds, sweet seclusion is surrounded by the finest restaurants and retail, all in the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. The word here is: paradise.

Ranch Home, Barn and Chicken Coop on 5+/- Acres!

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Nestled on five glorious acres, this two-story, 2315 SF ranch style home is accented by a charming wrap-around porch. Set well back from the road, it’s a true pastoral estate dotted with lush trees and featuring a free-standing barn and working chicken pasture. A NEW custom chicken coop was constructed in 2022, housing 7 hens and 1 rooster; all can be included in the sale. NEW front and side porch exterior lights were recently mounted. Additional big-ticket UPDATES include NEW roof, NEW hurricane windows and NEW skylights (all in 2021). Inside this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home, brilliant natural light illuminates the Great Room boasting a wood burning fireplace framed by natural stone, REFURBISHED in 2021. Vaulted ceilings add a touch of splendor and reveal the second floor’s hallway with airy affect. Other UPDATES include NEW wood blinds in the bedrooms, laundry, and master bathroom. NEW luxury vinyl plank flooring (NuCORE Rigid Core LVP) was laid in both upstairs bedrooms and the office/bonus room (2025). The master suite and office/bonus room were NEWLY painted in April 2025 along with the front door, side door, and back double doors. The closet bedroom doors were REPLACED in the secondary bedrooms (2021). The adjacent dining space is absolutely lovely. Lit by three large windows, it too is bright and spacious. As for the kitchen, besides the dual serving ports that are your must-have entertainment portals, the casual dining bar makes a cozy statement. From the stainless-steel appliances to the vivid cabinetry, tiled backsplash, and recessed lighting, the kitchen offers open vistas of your great outdoors as these two rooms combine to span the width of the home. The ground floor master suite is sunny and welcoming. Its ensuite bath is a beautiful mélange of contemporary lines and rustic styling, cabinets galore, dual sinks, and a walk-in shower. With the bedroom connected directly to the home office, your morning commute is an effortless one! Besides this inspired layout, the guest bedrooms and baths have wonderful ambiance with unique touches that set them apart from the everyday. In additional amenities, you’ll find a well-appointed laundry room with window, commode, and utility sink. A NEW whole house filtration and reverse osmosis system was installed at the kitchen sink and flows to the refrigerator (2021). Off the lanai is a storage room with shelving — the perfect spot to house holiday décor, luggage, and pool accessories. The completely covered back porch that runs alongside the shimmering pool makes for a setting to suit any celebration, its fan recently swapped out to a NEW 60-inch one with remote and multi-light dim brightness levels. The pool and tile-trimmed spa are topped with a birdcage offering an ideal backdrop for parties or those cherished weekends spent relaxing. Partially fenced, the property has both a septic system and a well. It is only 30 minutes to one of Florida’s largest parks, the glorious Myakka River State Park. Thirty minutes will also take you to stunning Sarasota as well as Siesta and Lido Keys, and another 10 to the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. You’ll relish the sweet serenity of this private enclave.

Country Living with City Convenience!

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Nestled on over a half-acre, this 3-bedroom, 2 bath home is located on a quiet dead-end street with no other homes behind or on either side of the lot. The home is being sold FULLY FURNISHED; a good deal of the furniture is NEW. The front entrance introduces an absolutely beautiful, wide-open space that encompasses the bright and sunny living room, dining room, and kitchen. This modern floor plan lends flexibility to design the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle. While this well illuminated space boasts a wonderfully cozy feel, the layout offers ample room for entertaining and celebrating life’s special occasions. The accessible kitchen is fresh with a NEW refrigerator, NEW fixtures, all stainless-steel appliances, and lovely white cabinetry– along with a welcoming breakfast bar for casual dining. NEW ceiling fans and light fixtures shine throughout. The three carpeted bedrooms are spacious and provide a variety of options to create a home office, workshop, or playroom. The master suite features a very large walk-in closet with ample shelving. Both bathrooms are well appointed with all NEW fixtures, frameless mirrors, and stunning, farmhouse-style sinks. As for the roomy laundry room, besides a NEW washer and dryer, installed and standalone shelves make organization a breeze. The amazing screen-enclosed lanai with luxuriant views beckons. The kidney-shaped pool is surrounded by a ton of space to make your own: add a BBQ station, a set of recliners for sunning, a table and chairs for outdoor dining! Although you’ll appreciate the peace and quiet of this remote country-like living, just a short drive reveals all the area’s restaurants, retail, schools, and places of worship. With NO HOA fees, this home feels like a little corner of paradise.

Over .50 Acre Corner Lot Pool Home!

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Nestled on a .60-acre corner lot, this spectacularly updated pool home is set back from the street, showcasing an inviting covered porch. NEWER vinyl fencing encloses the enormous backyard framed by leafy shade trees. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a 2-car garage, the interior, the pool, and the lanai area were all REFURBISHED. NEWER flooring in the sunroom is accompanied by a NEW pool heater. NEWER lighting and outlets were installed in this lovely outdoor entertainment space. Inside, NEWER easy-care laminate flooring runs throughout the welcoming foyer, spacious living room, and charming dining area while the RECENTLY RENOVATED kitchen sparkles. From the gleaming cabinetry to the granite countertops and shining stainless steel appliances, you’ll enjoy a picture window revealing the yard as well as dual casual dining bars for breakfast on the go, or as the ideal spot for those holiday party platters! With easy access to the alfresco retreat, you’ll have the perfect venue to host life’s celebrations. For everyday tasks, a NEW washer and dryer were added to the laundry room in 2021. For those lazy weekends at home, the family room is the place to be! Also boasting NEWER laminate flooring you’ll have entrée to a multi-purpose bonus room you can transform into a play area or home office. Boasting two sets of sliders and lustrous floor tile, it leads out to the screened lanai and backyard. As for the well-appointed bedrooms, a true split floor plan gives your guests their privacy along with an UPGRADED full bath. The expansive master suite has all the amenities you seek, like a walk-in closet, vanity area graced with a NEWER granite countertop, and even an UPDATED shower room. As far as the infrastructure, you can check those big-ticket items off your list: NEWER septic field lines, NEWER gutters, NEWER electrical panel (2021), NEWER AC (2022), NEWER AC vents, AND NEWER windows and doors throughout (2022). Beyond the borders of this beautiful home, you’ll appreciate the vast selection of retail and restaurants and the short hop to stunning Hernando Beach as well as the close proximity to the fantastic, 11,000-acre Weekiwachee Preserve. This might just be where you need to be!

 

5 Acre Estate- 3 Bed/2 Bath/Pool/Barn

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Nestled on 5 glorious acres, this two-story, 2315 SF ranch style home is accented by a charming wrap-around porch. Set well back from the road, it’s a true pastoral estate dotted with lush trees and featuring a free-standing barn, storage shed, and working chicken pasture. Inside, newly updated big-ticket items include: NEW roof and NEW skylights (both in 2021); NEW wood blinds in the bedrooms, laundry, and master bathroom; NEW luxury vinyl plank flooring in both upstairs bedrooms and office/bonus room; and NEW interior paint. Inside the 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home, brilliant natural light illuminates the Great Room boasting a wood burning fireplace framed by natural stone. Vaulted ceilings add a touch of splendor and reveal the second floor’s hallway with airy effect. The adjacent dining space is absolutely lovely. Lit by three large windows, it too is bright and spacious. As for the kitchen, besides the dual serving ports that are your must-have entertainment portals, the casual dining bar makes a cozy statement. From the stainless-steel appliances to the vivid cabinetry, tiled backsplash, and recessed lighting, the kitchen offers open vistas of your great outdoors as these two rooms combine to span the width of the home. The ground floor master suite is sunny and welcoming. Its ensuite bath is a beautiful mélange of contemporary lines and rustic styling, cabinets galore, dual sinks, and a walk-in shower. With the bedroom connected directly to the home office, your morning commute is an effortless one! Besides this inspired layout, the guest bedrooms and baths have wonderful ambiance with unique touches that set them apart from the everyday. In further amenities, you’ll find a well-appointed laundry room with window, commode, and utility sink. Off the lanai is a storage room with shelving, the perfect spot to house holiday décor, luggage, and of course pool equipment. The completely covered back porch that runs alongside the shimmering pool makes for a setting to suit any celebration. The pool and tile-trimmed spa are topped with a birdcage. This is your backdrop for parties, or those cherished weekends spent relaxing. Partially fenced, the property has both a septic system and a well. It is only 30 minutes to one of Florida’s largest parks, the glorious Myakka River State Park. Thirty minutes will also bring you to stunning Sarasota as well as Siesta and Lido Keys, and another 10 to the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. Relish the sweet serenity of this private enclave.