5628 Cape Leyte DriveSarasota, FL 34242Sale Price: $1,705,000

Only 6 houses from the # 1 Beach in the USA. One of a few homes so near to the crystal sands and Caribbean aqua waters, yet you can relax in the peace and tranquility of amazing indoor and outdoor spaces in the total privacy of Siesta Isles, one of the most desirable neighborhoods on the Key. This home is perfect for your year-round living, your vacation home, or as a rental or investment property. Smell the salt air, hear the waves on nights where they soothe you to sleep. The professionally designed back yard is great for gatherings, pool and hot tub time, or just sitting with your favorite beverage under the covered Gazebo with the fans cooling you. The tropical mature landscaping makes you feel as if you are the only house in the area, though still in close proximity to not only the Beach, but also the Siesta Village for restaurants, bars and shopping. It's just over the bridges to all that Sarasota has to offer including the Downtown arts, theatre, malls, parks, trails, venues and so many other lifestyle choices. The house itself has been completely remodeled, including a metal roof, outdoor gazebo pavilion, and new Master bedroom suite in the past few years. The vintage kitchen welcomes you into the relaxed and casual feel of beach life. “Retro look” new appliances, and bamboo countertops on the island with bar stool seating sets the tone as you walk in. The Living room has a Murphy bed behind the sliding shelves for extra guests, with a hand painted beach mural. Plantation shutters throughout give it that island vibe. The split plan allows guests (or children) their separate spaces, and the small office with a large walk-in closet and large Pantry and Laundry room with lots of built ins, add to the ease of living. The Master suite has a big walk-in closet, with built in cabinets and dresser, and the other bedrooms have double closets, in addition to two hallway closets. The house comes with all of the furniture included, however the pictures, lamps & accessories are negotiable, but do not convey. Just bring your cocktails and flip flops. Check it out, you'll fall in love, just like we did!