Gorgeous courtyard pool home features high end quality construction throughout with high end upgrades, open split floor plan, high 10 foot volume ceilings, eight foot solid core interior doors, porcelain and luxury plank floors throughout, an abundance of impact windows, and elegant designer chic touches make this home ideal for entertaining family and friends. The open kitchen boasts Energy Star LG stainless steel appliances, solid door shaker cabinets, Calcutta quartz countertops, large center island with seating for 4, and walk-in pantry. The formal dining room is highlighted by tray ceilings and features a large elegant dining room table for 8. The expansive living room features a very large Italian leather sectional sofa, and Italian leather queen sleeper sofa. The master ensuite features custom tray ceiling, access to the pool area, his and hers walk in closets, double sink/vanity with custom wood cabinetry, top mounted sunken waterfall bathtub, and walk in Roman style pebble floor shower for 2, the space is tres romantique! All the bedrooms and living room have flat screen TVs and ceiling fans to keep you cool and comfortable. Enjoy peaceful evenings under the ceiling fans on the private contemporary courtyard veranda outdoor spa, with brick paver exterior or lounge to soak up the sun on the patio by your own private, heated swimming pool. Enjoy the Jacuzzi next to the pool and relax in the sauna. The courtyard also features an outdoor kitchen with gas grill, refrigerator, sink and dining table for 8. The design maximizes indoor/outdoor spaces and makes the house very light and airy for maximum relaxation. Enjoy the charming private front porch area for relaxing on cool evenings. The home is just 2 doors down from the historic Gillespie Park, a 10-acre oasis featuring 3 public tennis courts, basketball courts, fitness trail/fitness stations, large playground, beautiful duck pond and leash free dog park. The exterior of the home is surrounded by lush tropical palm trees. There is plenty of parking with room for 1 car in the garage, two cars in driveway, parking in the front, and plenty more parking 2 doors down at Gillespie park. The location and amenities are unmatched, and undoubtedly the best value in the neighborhood just seconds from downtown Sarasota proper, the historic district, restaurants, shopping, theaters, and the Bay front. Walking distance to the Rosemary district, The Sarasota Opera house, Wholefoods, Starbucks and convenience stores. Other nearby attractions include The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, The Mote Aquarium, The Big Cat Habitat & Sanctuary, The Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy, and Saint Armand’s Circle. Siesta Key Beach, rated the #1 Beach in the USA, is just a quick 20 minutes away. If exploration is more your style, then take a 2-hour kayak tour through the mangroves or take one of the bikes at the house for the day and take to the streets. If Art gives you happiness then visit The Ringling Museum, where you can feast your eyes on a staggering 21 European painting galleries, as well as rare antiquities from Asia, Americas and Cyprus. If you like exotic animals, then take yourself over to the Sarasota Jungle Gardens, where you can spend your time surrounded by over 150 different critters of all shapes and colors. For the foodies out there, head to one of the countless restaurants, where you can tantalize your taste buds with mouthwatering cuisines from around the world – including French, Caribbean, Italian, Thai, Vietnamese, Spanish, Mexican, Colombian, Peruvian, Chinese, and of course American. Any trip to Sarasota must include a visit to Siesta Key. One of America’s most famous beaches, the Key boasts gorgeous quartz sand, stunningly clear and a charming village formed of beautiful bungalows, renowned restaurants and fabulous shops. If you’re after a quiet time, then why not wade in the crystal waters of the Gulf, or charter a fishing boat for the day? If quiet time is the last thing on your mind, then why not feed your inner daredevil – Jet-skiing, windsurfing, paddle boarding or parasailing are just some of the things you can do to get the heart racing. Whatever mood you’re in, Siesta Key and Sarasota are bound to have something for you. Or if you want to visit the surrounding areas, then jump in the car and take the short drive to Orlando or Tampa, where you can visit the iconic Disney World, Epcot Center, Islands of Adventure, and SeaWorld, or Busch Gardens and the Florida aquarium. You’ll be guaranteed to leave with a camera full of wonderful memories and a bag full of souvenirs. Whatever holiday break you are looking for, this home has all the ingredients to provide a wonderful, memorable holiday experience. Home is equipped with Blue Tube Ultraviolet Light Filtering System. This germicidal UV filtering system kills viruses, germs, mold spores, bacteria and fungi as they pass through the A/C air handler system and vents. This system kills close to 100% of viruses, germs, mold spores, bacteria and fungi. The system is heavy duty with 2 filters which are located in the air handler and in the return vent of A/C. Home is equipped with outdoor security cameras which point away from the house. There are 2 cameras on the front exterior by the front door, 2 cameras above garage door and one camera outside pool gate. There are no interior cameras.