5201 Avenida Del MareSarasota, FL 34242Price: $1,450,000

WELCOME to one of Siesta Key's hidden gems. From this Key West style home, you can walk or bike ride to the soft, quartz sands of Siesta Beach or the quaint Siesta Village in minutes. This exceptional home offers high end finishes throughout. The native yard features beach sunflowers and other native plants and shrubs. The front door entrance invites you into the main level with an easy flow between the living room and the dining room. The gourmet kitchen features wood cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and French Door refrigerator. The guest bath, laundry room and bonus room complete the downstairs. The backyard is a fenced, private oasis with a pool surrounded by stone pavers with room for lounge chairs, grill and an outdoor table setting. Mature royal palm trees and smaller palms create a beautiful habitat for birds and other wildlife. The second floor has two comfortable bedrooms, one with a private balcony. A full bath completes this level. The top level offers a spacious Primary Bedroom and En Suite Bathroom retreat with exceptional amenities, a large bathroom with granite countertops, wrap-around walk-in shower, and separate garden tub, with a screened-in balcony overlooking the pool area. The top level is completed by an additional Bedroom with an en suite Bathroom with walk-in shower, linen closet, and granite countertops. Additional features include solar panels (paid in full), a security system, stone paved driveway and walkway, along with an oversized 2 car garage. This open, sunny home is located in a quiet neighborhood at the end of the street and has so many quality features. It is definitely worth a visit.