5270 Ashley Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34241

Retreat to this serene estate-sized getaway with dozens of mature oaks across from a nature preserve, just 20+/- minutes from Siesta Key, and all that is downtown Sarasota. This waterfront home is surrounded by lush botanic and butterfly gardens, filled with dense plantings including a huge Buddha Belly Bamboo tree and other specimen trees, bromeliads, and rich landscaping. Irrigation is supplied by well. Enjoy sweeping views of the lake and nature from every room of the house, while canoeing on the water, or watching the resident bald eagle family that live on the preserve just across the lake. This dream home features a grand living room with a wood-burning fireplace, soaring ceilings, an enormous Master Suite which boasts over 30'(!) of closet space, built-in dresser and more, two over-sized bedrooms separated by a bath, a kitchen with breakfast bar, a breakfast room which looks out on the butterfly garden and the lake where egrets, great blue herons, deer, ducks and even a bobcat are spotted from time to time. You'll love doing laps or simply cooling off in the huge over-sized, solar heated pool. Ashley homes are set back from the road giving the neighborhood a grand and prestigious presentation. Quarterly HOA fees are only $325. It is a rare opportunity to find a home of this size and quality on such a huge lot in such a prestigious subdivision, especially at this price. Be the fortunate one to make this beautiful and peaceful estate your very own!