7631 Cove TerraceSarasota, FL 34231Price: $2,890,000

Imagine having your own private outdoor paradise designed for a relaxing life on the water. This custom designed Key West style residence in Southpointe Shores offers deep sailboat water on a rare wide natural bayou with more than 100 feet of waterfront, complemented by a new Atkins seawall, a 30 foot Cool Touch dock, a 27,000 pound boat lift, second wet slip capability, and a fish cleaning station. Built by Graber Homes and extensively and beautifully renovated, the residence features an open floor plan with living and dining areas that transition naturally to the kitchen and waterfront. Renewal by Andersen sliding doors frame the canal and provide direct access to the outdoor living spaces. Travertine flooring extends throughout the entire first level. The kitchen includes fine wood custom Campbell Cabinetry, Calacatta marble countertops and backsplash, a large entertaining island, a walk in pantry, and gourmet appliances featuring a new Sub Zero refrigerator, a Wolf wall oven, two Miele dishwashers, a Wolf coffee station, and a 48 inch Fulgor Milano induction range. Additionally, the first floor offers a roomy primary suite with two walk in closets and an updated Campbell Cabinetry bath with dual vanities, a walk in shower, and a clawfoot tub, along with a pool bath and an oversized laundry room. The second level offers three guest bedrooms, a full bath with a marble walk in shower and Campbell Cabinetry, and a large bonus room currently arranged as a home gym. New wood look tile flooring extends throughout the second floor. Outdoor spaces include a 7 foot deep saltwater pool and deep seat gas heated spa, a built in 48 inch Lynx outdoor kitchen, professionally designed Artistic paver patios and walkways, a gas fire pit in a private seating area, a second patio for sunbathing, and a stunning landscaped pond with waterfalls inspired by Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. The home also features a 14 speaker indoor and outdoor NHT sound system for entertaining. The entirely fenced backyard provides privacy with direct access to the dock and waterfront. Recent improvements include a whole house 26KW Generac generator, three new Bryant HVAC systems with new ductwork and Knauf insulation, an Aprilaire whole home fresh air and dehumidification system, whole house water filtration, new Starlink internet, two 48 amp Tesla charging stations, and a large air conditioned three car garage with hanging rack storage along the ceiling. Located West of the Trail, Southpointe Shores offers a friendly optional HOA, a private gated neighborhood boat ramp and park, and easy access to Midnight Pass, Sarasota Bay, Siesta Key, downtown Sarasota, shopping, and dining.