11114 Sandhill Preserve DriveSarasota, FL 34238Sale Price: $645,000

Welcome to this rarely available four bedroom single-storey ranch-styled luxury home, with over $165,000 in upgrades and $70,000 lot premium located in highly sought after Sandhill Preserve, a prestigious 24-hour gated community with resort-like setting in desirable Palmer Ranch, just 8 miles away from the world renowned Siesta Key beach. This stunning meticulously maintained one-owner home is built on one of the most desirable lots in the community - a large premium extra deep private lot backing onto a scenic creek and lush nature preserve, and the front facing a beautifully landscaped preserve and lovely pond. This lot offers extraordinary privacy as well as an oasis of comfort and security with no neighbors or homes on three sides. You can savor spectacular private views of the nature preserve and watch bald eagles, ospreys, sandhill cranes and lot more from your oversized screened and covered-in lanai. Soaring 11 ft. tray/coffered ceilings, 8' interior doors, recessed lighting, upgraded chandeliers, designer ceiling fans, coastal color scheme, an abundance of natural light and easy-care light-toned interior finishes set an ambiance for both relaxation and coastal entertainment in the living area. The chef’s kitchen features a stainless steel natural gas stove, 42-inch high, light solid-wood cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless brand new appliances. A luxurious primary suite with a spa-like ensuite bathroom features upgraded comfort-height cabinetry, quartz countertops, dual sinks, a walk-in shower with glass surround, and an oversized walk-in closet. Plentiful storage is provided throughout the home and the extended 2-car garage is designed to house your lifestyle companions for golf, bicycling and/or kayaks / water toys! Guests and family gather around the pearl quartz oversized kitchen island with overflow into the caf / dining area. The home features high-end premium tile floors throughout (no carpets), LED lighting, upgraded laundry with shelving and built-in wired security system. The house is just steps away from the upscale amenity center with a stately clubhouse, barefoot bar, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, salt-water heated/cooled swimming pool, jacuzzi and fire pit. The home's elevation does not require flood insurance and is built to hurricane codes. Whole house impact hurricane-rated glass sliders and windows offers an oasis of security and comfort with additional benefits like energy efficiency and soundproofing . Additional features like built-in security system, hip roof, impact glass etc. keep the insurance costs low. Walk or bike the miles of Legacy Trail, enjoy the best shopping and restaurants, or sink your toes in the warm sands of the many gorgeous, sunny Sarasota beaches. Walk to the brand new Shoppes at Palmer Ranch offering a boutique plaza of stores and restaurants along with your favorite Publix Super Market with cafe! Minutes to shopping, entertainment, hospitals, restaurants, and easy access to Interstate 75 north to Tampa and south to Naples. Furnishings may be purchased on a separate agreement. This is a superb home with NO CDD fees and reasonable HOA fees. Start your permanent vacation today and move right in. Make this your full time residence or snowbird retreat and fall in love with the time and care poured into this pristine home and community.