4752 Huntley Lane, Sarasota, FL 34232

Description

WELCOME TO "THE HIDEAWAY", OFFERING SOLITUDE, SPACE & SANCTUARY, RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF SARASOTA. This one-of-a-kind property on over 3/4 ACRE is located west of I-75 just minutes to Downtown, on a lush property that will make you feel like you are living in a Hawaiian resort. This home emanates creative and welcoming energy, and affords privacy, space, and a wonderfully convenient location with NO HOA. You will know immediately once you walk in that this is THE ONE, although it is actually 2 houses--a Main House and a Guesthouse, which allows everyone to have a separate space while also feeling like the ultimate party house. **The Main House (2989sf under air) has 2 very large en suite bedrooms, 2 living rooms (one with a fireplace), a Florida room/sunroom, a dining room, and a gourmet kitchen with Miele, Wolf and Thermador appliances. There is also a very large screened patio with an outdoor bar and Wolf gas grill, and views of the lake and lush grounds. **The spacious 2 story Guesthouse (860sf under air) feels like a grown-up treehouse and features 1 bedroom upstairs, 1 full bathroom, a very nice-sized living area, and a full kitchen with all new appliances. FUN FACT: the Guest House once served as the home and painting studio for local Sarasota legend, the artist and novelist Benjamin Stahl. The main house's kitchen is located in the heart of the home with views into every room, which are UPDATED and SPACIOUS, with lovely architectural details throughout—from the arched doorways and doors, to the wood-look tile, plantation shutters, and cozy fireplace. There is also a custom mural and a chalk wall for added touches of whimsy and creativity. This home would be perfect for someone who loves to entertain and host, someone with a live-in family member (but who appreciates a little separation), or someone who works from home. In addition, the guesthouse could be a rental unit, as it has a separate entrance. The cherry on top is the 2 car garage that has a third air-conditioned bay which can be used for additional climate-controlled storage, a workshop, or a home gym. One can easily also store a boat or RV on the property. And the final fun touch is the "Poulet Palace", a bespoke chicken coop that could also serve as an orchid house. All of the structures have metal roofs, and there is a whole-house 22,000KW Generac generator. The property is uber-private, located just off McIntosh and Fruitville yet tucked away in a small enclave of homes on a private road, adjacent to a spring-fed lake and a conservation preserve. You will feel like you are at a botanical garden as you stroll the grounds, dine al alfresco in the intimate outdoor spaces, or launch your canoe. You truly cannot get another home so well thought-out, so private, and be this close to Downtown, Sarasota’s famous beaches, and UTC. It's a hidden treasure, right in the middle of town, a HIGH-END HIDEAWAY that is peaceful and quiet.