5450 Cartagena Dr., Sarasota, FL 34233

he "Orchid" by D.R. Horton is a 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with 3-car garage, large covered lanai and a huge front porch. Located in a gated, maintenance free community of new single family homes, it is in an 'A' rated school district. All homes have paverdriveways and walkways and ceramic tiled roofs. A grand foyer entrance leads to a formal living and dining room and towards the back of the home is a large kitchen and great room with triple sliders to the covered lanai. The generous sized kitchen isa gourmet chef's dream with a center island, stainless appliances, granite counters, two pantries, a breakfast bar, built-in desk area as well as eat-in breakfast nook. The 1st level also has a convenient guest suite and an extra-large laundry room. Theelegant staircase to the 2nd level has spindle rails and arches surrounding the upper landing providing architectural interest. The large master suite makes a regal statement with a double door entry, two amply sized closets, separate vanities in the master bath, a large tiled shower and separate garden tub. The 2nd level has 3 additional bedrooms including another suite and a 13'x20' bonus room with walk-in closet. This home has many upgrades to tile, carpet, lighting, fixtures, cabinets, countertops, paint, etc.