206 Westmoreland Ct., Sarasota, FL 34243

This West of Trail stunning bayfront home sits on a private courtyard in historic Whitfield Estates and is impeccably maintained by original owners. Built in 2002 on 82 feet of waterfront, it has 3,200 square feet of living space designed to focus on the open views of Sarasota Bay, the pool, lawn and 182-foot private dock built out to the channel. The home has an impressive entrance hall, fireplaced living room, stylish separate dining room and large kitchen/family room all with wonderful water views. There is a separate laundry room, walk-in pantry and two-car garage. The home was designed as a split plan with two bedrooms and bath located off the family room. On the other side of the home is the master bedroom with water views, direct access to the pool, two huge closets, a master bath with separate tub and shower. Handy to guests is the powder room off the entrance hall. A private second-floor retreat, labeled the sunset lounge by its architects, has a large sitting area, separate work/sleep space, another private bath and a fabulous covered terrace with wide memorable vistas and sunsets over the bay. A solar hot water system and three energy-efficient HVAC systems are recent. The 16-foot elevation and impact-resistant windows add comfort and safety and low flood insurance costs. The travertine marble pool terrace was added in 2012 and all landscaping is professionally designed and maintained. The residence still reflects the allure and great intimacy artfully crafted by master builder, John Cannon.