411 Lychee Road, Nokomis, FL 34275

Description

If you are looking for a grand Florida estate on deep protected water, you’ve arrived at your destination! Grand yet not ostentatious, secluded and secure, this beautiful property is reminiscent of the southern homes of yesteryear, yet updated and responsive to today’s high-tech needs. It is a waterside oasis nestled on 5 acres of mature trees and pasture, close to everything yet away from it all. These estate properties are usually found out east, however, 411 Lychee Road is west of the Trail right on deep protected sailboat water. The entry gates take you down a sweeping oak canopy driveway beside Florida pasture to a second set of gates and up to the main house. As you enter through the solid double doors, you step into a spacious double height foyer that draws you out through the formal yet comfortable living room through multiple sets of French doors onto the pool deck and gardens beyond. This home was made for entertaining and indeed, over the years, it has been the venue for weddings, family gatherings, fundraisers, black-tie parties. The 6,182sf main house comprises two owner suites plus a guest room, a 4th bedroom used as an office, a large bright and airy kitchen and breakfast room, a gorgeous living room, a cozy family room with adjacent game/exercise room, second floor billiard room, formal dining room, a separate music/sitting room. Almost every room in the house has French doors leading to its own porch or outside deck so everyone gets to enjoy the tranquil views. The pool deck is spacious and open with a large, heated pool and spa, an outdoor firepit area and plenty of space for dining, relaxing, or entertaining. The 553sf pool cabana has a full kitchen, powder room, outdoor shower and interior entertaining space. The 1,000sf guest house is separate from the main home and sits above the three-car garage. The guest house comprises a bedroom, bathroom, living room, laundry, full kitchen, and a large exterior screened balcony. In addition to the elegance and charm of the interior living spaces, there is so much to enjoy on the outside. The property boasts approx. 350 linear feet of waterfront on protected deep water and quick access to the intracoastal waterway. The Trex dock has a dedicated 70amp power source, room for a 60’ boat and a 10,000lb lift for smaller boats. There is additional dock for launching kayaks and paddle boards. The 2-acre parcel of land has any number of potential uses: pasture for animals, a second home, tennis court, or even a helipad! There is a play structure and a charming playhouse, raised vegetable beds, a delightful chicken coop, fruit trees and plenty of room to roam. Please see attachments for a list of features and additional information provided by the sellers of this fabulous home.

Listed by Bev Murray, .