5560 Contento Dr., Sarasota, FL 34242

New Price! The perfect lifestyle- a Siesta Key waterfront home near the beach with a deep water dock and boat lift on the Grand Canal. Just .5 mile to the powdery white sands of Siesta Beach, one of USA’s top beaches. This three bedroom, two bath split-plan home offers ample areas for entertaining; the dining area with glass sliders provides access to an oversized Florida room with water views just off the kitchen. The large master bedroom boasts a sitting area, walk-in closet and water views. The freshly painted interior and exterior colors were chosen from a soothing coastal palette, reflective of the island’s sand and aqua Gulf waters. Originally designed and built by Ruth Richmond, a premier home builder of her time who was known for well-built homes. Upgrades include (2010) new seawall, boat dock and lift, super foam attic insulation, fenced backyard, landscape irrigation on east and south sides, low maintenance landscaping, fruit trees, coconut palms and irrigation well on the large corner lot. Also featuring a cost-cutting solar panel system that provides electricity for the home, including the air conditioning and water heater. Other recent updates include refrigerator, dishwasher, disposal, hardwood flooring in the master bedroom and security system. The two-car garage offers extra storage cabinets. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the waterfront community of Siesta Isles, minutes to the beach, shops and restaurants of Siesta Village. 15 minutes by car to all the amenities of downtown Sarasota.