1700 Alta Vista St., Sarasota, FL 34236

Sarasota West of Trail updated vintage home with lush tropical garden. This exquisite 3,586-square-foot home sits on a quiet, corner lot between Osprey and Orange avenues, less than one mile from downtown Sarasota. The two-story home has three bedrooms, three full baths, plus a large bonus/in-law room with additional full bath. Wide plank wood floors and a brick wood-burning fireplace brings the feeling of country living conveniently close to town. The living room, den/office, staircase and second level all retain the original wood floors, walls and windows. The updated kitchen opens to the family room and dining areas. Stainless steel appliances complement the vintage wainscoting and new knotty pine floor. From the dining room, the sturdy, wooden staircase leads to three good-sized bedrooms and two newly-renovated full baths. What was once a detached studio has been connected to the main house creating two huge spaces for family, education, recreation, in-law apartment, or perhaps an artist studio. Three sets of double French doors lead to the lush and tranquil outdoor gardens where you can sit under the pergola as you listen to the sounds of the waterfall. Surrounded by greenery and abundant porch space, this hidden oasis was built in 1900 and is located in a very desirable, established neighborhood.