13085 Via Flaminia, Placida, FL 33946

<p> <strong> The Property: </strong> Enter a place where you feel like time stands still! This enchanting Old Florida Estate sits on over an acre in Placida with amazing water frontage on two sides of the property and graceful oak trees perfect for lounging in the shade year-round. Located at the end of your own private cul-de-sac, you can wander for hours in your back yard nature preserve and down your dock, which is outfitted with electric and water. Cast a line, watch the wildlife go by, take a paddle in your kayak or jump in your boat and <strong>be in the GULF OF MEXICO with just ONE Bridge to Gasparilla Sound, Boca Grande Pass and Beyond.</strong> You will be spending a lot of time outside in your new oasis and if you want a different view, the deck goes around the entire home, including on the west side where you can watch a beautiful Florida sunset over the canal! <p> The main living area on the upper level will impress with its soaring cathedral ceilings and water views from every room. In the spacious living room you can open the pocketing sliding doors to let in the breeze. Turn the nook to the left of the front entry into a formal dining room for family dinners. Or perhaps you’ve always wanted a wine bar…or music room…or man cave…or craft area…the possibilities are endless! Have a more casual meal in the breakfast nook with a view of your lanai or enjoy a cup of coffee at the breakfast bar in the kitchen. The chef in the family will love the solid wood cabinetry and walk-in pantry with California Closets to give you space for all your gadgets! <p> Once your festivities wind down, your guests will be comfortable with three guest bedrooms to choose from and one and a half baths for their convenience. The full guest bath even has access to the pool. You will love the split floorplan as you retreat at the end of a day on the water to your private and serene master suite with enough space for a sitting area, dual walk-in closets and an en suite bathroom complete with a jetted garden tub and walk in shower! An indoor laundry room rounds out the main living area. <p> BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE! The lower level has covered parking to easily fit four cars or all your toys, so bring your boat, kayak and motorcycle with you! An air conditioned storage room ensures you have room to keep the largest accumulation of treasures. Plus, take advantage of a workshop and an air conditioned bonus room perfect for your own gym with its own <strong> sauna!</strong> This covered area also has a dumbwaiter to raise up your groceries or other shopping to second floor without having to carry them up the stairs, with the possibilty of adding an elevator. <p> <strong> The Community: </strong> Your home also includes membership in the PLACIDA HARBOUR CLUB. This community has a two pools, a hot tub, clubhouse with fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball courts and numerous deep water docks with direct access to the Intercoastal Highway! Plus, take the private ferry to Little Gasparilla Island to a <strong> PRIVATE BEACH WITH SEVEN MILES OF SAND FOR FUN IN THE SUN! </strong> <p> <strong> The Location: </strong> When you aren’t boating, fishing. doing yoga or collecting shells on the beach...Simply take a short drive to numerous golf courses, unique dining and shopping options, TWO Major League Baseball Spring Training stadiums, world-class fishing and even more beaches. Call now to schedule a showing before this piece of paradise disappears!