1216 Northport Dr., Sarasota, FL 34242

Wow! New price, $151,000 less! Better than new, no need to wait to build your home. Imagine waking up each day in this impeccable, custom waterfront home built by John Cannon, just .5 mile to the powdery white sands of world-famous Siesta Beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Located on a deep sailboat water bayou direct to the Intracoastal Waterway in a small, lush, tree-canopied community. From the front porch you'll enter the stunning open floor plan with soaring ceilings, natural light and water views from nearly every room; no detail was overlooked in planning this home. Featuring a great room with a dual fuel fireplace, exquisite millwork and separate dining room, easily flowing to the spectacular island kitchen featuring a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, serving valet with wine refrigerator, custom shower and cabinets, stone countertops and stainless appliances, including a Wolf gas range and pot filler. Just off the kitchen is a convenient mud (or sand!) room with built-in storage and a separate front entrance to guest bedrooms and laundry area. Retreat to the luxurious master suite which also overlooks the pool and waterway with his and hers closets, separate vanities and soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms (one ensuite), full bath, an office with wood floors and laundry room complete this floor. The large upstairs bonus room is perfect as an additional bedroom, family or media room, with an adjoining half bath and large storage closet with attic access. Open the glass sliders to the covered, screened lanai – a fabulous space in which to relax and entertain year-round where you'll enjoy the sparkling heated pool, spa and fabulous outdoor kitchen. Live the Siesta Key life; fish from your dock, launch paddleboards or kayaks, or dock your sailboat; you'll be in the bay in 3 minutes. Oversized 3-car garage. 15 minutes to downtown Sarasota's urban activities. Virtual Tour: http://tours.srq360media.com/1216northportdr?mls. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information.