1159 Horizon View Dr., Sarasota, FL 34242

This handsome Island Traditional residence has gulf views and is situated at the end of a cul de sac in Tortoise Estates, with a private deeded beach access for residents. A very open floor plan invites casual, relaxed living and entertaining. The homeopens beautifully to the outdoors. A very private pool is ideal for private sunning and relaxed outdoor living. The elevator accessed rooftop terrace invites parties with spectacular sunset views, wonderful breezes and a wetbar. The home offers two largemaster suites, very separate from one another. The den/library is ideal for overflow guests with its' built-in Murphy bed and adjacent full bath. Handsome carved wooden built-in wet-bar with granite counter. Stone faced gas fireplace in Great Room. 24' travertine floors and solid core doors. This home was designed by architect Ted Wilson and built to exacting standards, on pilings. In many ways this is the ideal alternative to a condominium: gulf view and gulf access, gulf breezes and sunsets, designed for low maintenance but much more for your money with a very private swimming pool and garages for four cars!!! Hurricane protection for all windows and doors.