5424 America Dr., Sarasota, FL 34231

Enjoy nature’s glory as you watch the flowing river from the patio of this rare and immaculate three-bedroom, three-bath home. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac street, with a long view of the river, it offers glimpses of nesting osprey, meandering manatees, jumping mullet, playful otters and giant snook, to name just a few. This well-kept secret and hidden community is just a short boat ride to the ICW, a 5-minute drive to Siesta Beach or about 15 minutes to Sarasota’s downtown area. This is a must-see, as it is not a typical eighties re-do! The home has been fastidiously maintained and updated throughout its life, never rented and lived in only part time. It features an open concept living area with both a breakfast room and a bar, formal dining room, a wood-burning fireplace and a pool bath opening out to the large lanai and heated pool. Pocketing sliders bring the outside in by incorporating the pool area into the entertaining options. Included in the recent upgrades is a new paver drive and walkway, new insulated and hurricane rated garage door, new hot water heater in master bedroom in 2016, new trex dock with water and electric, reconditioned pool and new marcite in 2014 and a new roof with 50-year shingles, new air-conditioner system and new exterior paint in 2010. There’s nothing to do but move in and enjoy the view.