5129 Sandy Cove Ave., Sarasota, FL 34242

Nestled between the beach and the bay, the best waterfront island living on Siesta Key. Fully furnished, you’ll only need your bathing suit and flip flops to start enjoying an active outdoor life. Wonderfully renovated by Rampart Homes to enjoy entertaining large groups, this home’s open floor plan flows easily throughout the four-bedroom, three-bath split-bedroom plan, offering plenty of privacy for family and guests. The spacious, open kitchen is the hub of the home, featuring a massive island with a six-person breakfast bar, spectacular stone countertops, custom cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, side-by-side Sub-Zero refrigerator-freezer, panel dishwasher and stainless steel range, flowing easily to the relaxing, entertaining areas and dual waterfront family rooms anchored by a wood-burning fireplace. A wall of glass sliders opens to the screened-in lanai, offering additional living space overlooking the oversized pool and soon-to-be-completed spa. A large, formal dining room accommodates large groups and is located on the west side of the home to take the best advantage of the colorful Siesta Key sunsets while evening dining. For additional entertaining ease, a catering kitchen with a full sink, coffee bar, wine refrigerator, and additional storage is hidden behind a custom-built swing door, steps from the main kitchen. The split bedroom plan offers two large bedrooms on each side of the home for added privacy and a full interior laundry room. Rarely found, the covered boat dock and 10,000-pound boat lift are waiting for your watercraft, plus additional whips at the seawall for your guest’s boat. After a day of boating, the kids will love the outside shower and then enjoy grilling and dining alfresco with family and friends under the screened, covered lanai, followed by a swim in the oversized pool. The large, fenced 14,000-plus-square-foot property offers plenty of space for kids and pets and an additional parking pad behind the front gate for trailers or kayaks. The four-car tandem garage offers abundant space for cars, kayaks, surfboards, paddleboards, fishing poles, bicycles and beach accessories. No deed restrictions. RVs and boat trailers are welcome. Conveniently located near Siesta Village’s unique boutiques and restaurants and close to the famous white quartz sands of Siesta Beach and the azure Gulf of Mexico. Only 15 minutes by boat to the open bay and Intracoastal Waterway. 15 minutes by car over the North Bridge to downtown Sarasota’s many amenities and cultural activities.