1718 Bay View Dr., Sarasota, FL 34239

Sarasota West of Trail home in Bay View Heights, a refined, historic neighborhood in the Southside school district close to shopping, dining, health care, schools and beaches. This distinctive traditional home was renovated in 2014 by Murray Homes under the direction of New York designer Bennett Leifer and Sarasota architect Mark Smith. The goal was to honor the original bones while updating and refreshing the entire residence. The result is an easy elegance appropriate for the location and the family lifestyle. Original wood floors and brick exterior have been beautifully restored. Improvements include hurricane-impact windows and doors, smart home automation, level-five wall finishes, whole-house water filtration, two air conditioning zones with a dehumidifier and remodeled kitchen and baths. High-end finishes such as Venetian plaster walls and silver leaf ceiling in the foyer, and de Gurney wall covering in the dining room satisfy formal entertaining needs. Practical spaces such as a mud room with separate entry, family room, eat-in kitchen, outdoor kitchen/dining and fenced backyard provide ample space for family life. The 4667 square foot residence has a total of seven bedrooms four in the main house, two in the pool guest house and one in the casita over the garage. The master bedroom is a glamorous private retreat and includes a covered balcony, dressing room with walk-in closet and exquisite marble ensuite bath. An exquisite family home in one of Sarasota’s best locations.