438 S SHORE DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34234

Iconic Sapphire Shores. Historic West of the Trail neighborhood, home to the Ringling Museum & Asolo Theater. Tree lined streets with a blend of both new and historic period homes. This ENCHANTING home was inspired by the Ringling Era, both with its design and grounds. Grand in scale with multiple roof lines, set back within the mature tree canopy. Romantically styled with french doors & Juliet balconies. The TIMELESS exterior is matched by a clean modern lines interior.  Refreshed in 2023, like NEW condition. An impressive, 2 story entry leads to the upstairs flex-bonus room with full bathroom. Double doors open to a "Modern Great Room'' with soaring ceiling, marble fireplace, and wine bar that opens to the patio with exterior fireplace. The BEAUTIFUL kitchen is a crisp clean white with 10 ft marble island, prep sink and cooktop. Double wall ovens, solid wood cabinetry and drawers. The SPACIOUS dining room connects with the kitchen. Off of the kitchen you'll find a covered screened porch which houses a "Butlers Kitchen" with a gas stove/oven, prep area and utility sink. PRIVATE space begins on level 2, with 2 spacious bedroom suites featuring luxurious baths, ample closets and outdoor balconies. The PENTHOUSE suite occupies the top floor with views of Sarasota Bay. A self contained retreat complete with a media room and screened porch. Ample closets, beautiful bath, generous bedroom with view of the Bay. A top floor viewing deck, with spectacular views of the Bay & Keys. AMAZING sunsets.  Surrounded by lush landscaping leading to the resort style, zero entry sports pool with sun shelf and outdoor shower. PRIVATE guest house in front offers a full mini apartment. City code compliant. 24×14 ft. Rear garage concrete pad gives space for sports gear. A QUALITY craftsman build with high end materials including hardwood floors and marble. This home is weather ready, concrete block, stucco exteriors, double pane hurricane windows and FEMA compliant. Energy wise oriented east to west sun, zoned AC systems, tankless H20, foam insulation and irrigation well.  No Homeowners Association, CDD, etc. Pet friendly neighborhood and home with fenced yard and pet wash utility sink. LOCATION: one block to the Bay front, Sun Circle Park with playground, kayak launch and Sunset views. Minutes to downtown and Gulf beaches. Minutes to University Parkway shopping, UTC mall & I 75. Available now.