2340 ARDEN DRIVE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Nestled on a beautifully canopied street in the heart of Sarasota, this warm-contemporary home will surprise and impress. The approach is enchanting, with huge Live Oak trees lining the nicely private cul de sac, and the clean lines and slick glass of the home’s elevation. As soon as you pull into the verdant drive, it is clear you have arrived somewhere very special! Everything in this elegant treehouse has recently been updated and it is utterly move-in ready, beginning right at the oversized statement front door! The new staircase & beautiful glass enclosure, which gives a gorgeous feel of modern luxury immediately upon entering the home, was designed by award-winning local architect Dan Lear, and it sets the scene perfectly. Channel lighting inset into warm wood spans the full height of the staircase and it is all crowned with a vintage Murano glass chandelier. Up the stairs, enjoy being greeted by the full expanse of the large great room and kitchen…from the stone-lined fireplace and the stunning & HUGE chef’s kitchen (Viking range, KitchenAid appliances, massive granite island, quartz counters surround, solid wood cabinetry, wine fridge, convection & steam oven, the works!), to the wide-open views of sparkling Lake Mallard, it is a lot to take in! Every room in this supremely usable floor plan is generously sized and there is storage galore throughout the home, where walk-in closets abound! Special detailing throughout, including lighting by Kelly Wearstler & the iconic Louis Poulsen, make every inch feel thoughtful and luxurious. The primary suite is very large and features a soaking tub with a statement tile wall & fab chandelier that will transport you, and the skylights give a great glow. The first level features two substantial bedrooms, a full bath, and big bonus space that is currently used as a media room (plenty of space for a closet if you prefer an additional bedroom), plus a second lounge-style living room. Walk out to the gorgeous new salt-water pool in front, or back to bask in the sunshine on the large deck or lakeside dock. You must see this one in person to really feel the lush treehouse paradise that it is! Impact glass throughout, NEW dock in 2024, pool 2021, AC 2019, hot water heater 2022, re-piped + new line to sewer, newer electrical box w/surge protector. Fantastic central location, about 10 min to Siesta Key or downtown and 20 to SRQ Airport, with lots of easy non-stop flights from where you are now to your new home in paradise!