4611 Higel Ave., Sarasota, FL 34242

Welcome to island living at its best . . . Siesta Key style! This waterfront contemporary home is nestled amid lush tropical landscaping on a quarter-acre lot fronting a wide canal with boating access to Sarasota Bay. Tall fencing and bordering mature trees assure privacy in the paradise-inspired backyard. A pristine 36x14 pool is topped by swaying palms and adjoins a beautiful outdoor living area. The 36 foot dock with 16-ton lift is truly a boaters dream, making it easy to slip out for a romantic sunset cruise or a day of fun on the water. Within minutes, you will be in the Sarasota Bay and Gulf of Mexico. The homes open floor plan is spacious and welcoming with generous windows to maximize the view and charming built-ins to add character and interest. An expansive living room features vaulted beamed ceilings and a lovely fireplace with raised hearth. The open kitchen has everything a home chef could desire, including top appliances, upgraded cabinetry and counters, a work island with bar seating, and impressive water views. An adjacent dining area overlooks the pool, while a nearby family room provides a pleasant space to relax with a fireplace of its own. Four large bedrooms and three baths, including a luxurious master suite with fireplace, built-in shelving, and a private balcony completes this home. All the finishes in this exceptional home are top-notch, from the intricate tile work in the kitchen and spa-like master bath to the French doors, wood flooring, and brick paver pool deck and driveway.