1856 Tulip DriveSarasota, FL 34239Sale Price: $1,300,000

This beautifully decorated, mid-century “West of Trail” cottage with an open floor plan is tastefully redone after undergoing a complete renovation in 2016, inside and out. Ready for families who want to be in the Southside school district, you can't beat this location. Offering plenty of space with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, this bright and beautiful home features all new floors; a newer roof; newer recessed LED lighting throughout; a stunning upgraded modern kitchen with fresh, solid wood, dovetail, soft closing, white cabinets, Bosch five burner gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a large island providing space to entertain. Pass through a pair of many French doors drawing views outside to entertain on the new silver travertine pool deck, screened-in patio, and oversized in-ground pool with spa. The private fenced-in backyard is child and pet friendly. The split floor plan has a main bedroom and the largest guest bedroom sharing views of the blue pool. Plantation shutters dressing the many windows throughout the home, a claw foot bathtub, reclaimed wood accent walls, a cedar bench swing in the neatly landscaped yard, and a couple of classic barn doors add even more character to this charming bungalow. Other must-haves include under-air laundry; a walk-in shower and tub in the master bath; tiled garage; updated electric; newer HVAC; newer heater; LED lighting throughout; LG washer and dryer; newer paved circular driveway with extra parking expansion; updated A/C and ductwork; and a Nest learning thermostat you can use from your phone. Please note that some furniture will be available for sale. Your new home is ideally situated next to Southside School in a prestigious neighborhood, walking distance from Southside Village and a short bike ride to Siesta Key Village & white sandy beaches while being close to Sarasota Memorial Hospital, downtown Sarasota, St. Armand's Circle, and Lido Beach.