434 Whitfield Ave., Sarasota, FL 34243

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Space and room to roam best describes this home for sale in historic Whitfield-Ballentine Manor. As you open up the front doors to this home, you step into your foyer complete with coat closet and room to greet your guests. Straight ahead is the expansive living room which leads to the Florida/Sun Room; to the right your master bedroom and to the left, the breakfast room which would also make a great family room as the kitchen is at the other end of this space. The two guest bedrooms and bath are located to the left of the kitchen and large laundry room is also off of this room. The focal point of the living room is the spectacular built in unit for books and collectibles. There is space at the other end of this room for your formal or informal dining space. Sliding glass doors, that pocket to become invisible, lead you into the fully air conditioned Florida/Sun room that has a wall of windows to enjoy the serene backyard space. The kitchen is definitely a cooks dream with its openness and expanse of counter space including a chair height breakfast bar. The bonus room in front of the kitchen could be used as a breakfast room, play area, family room, formal dining room - so many options. The master bedroom is located at the front of the home and has a large ensuite with a walk-in shower. The guest bedrooms are a great size and one of them has a walk-in closet with a secret safe built into the floor. Enjoy large gatherings in this home, or just relax under the Magnolia tree in the backyard.