1202 Sharswood LaneSarasota, FL 34242Sale Price: $3,750,000

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Nestled within the exclusive gated Siesta Key waterfront enclave of Spice Bay, home to just 14 residences, The Somerset by London Bay Homes defines the pinnacle of coastal contemporary luxury with distinctive West Indies architecture. This two-story, four-bedroom estate harmonizes seamlessly with its lush tropical surroundings, offering serene garden views framed by palms and vibrant flowering landscapes. Just a short stroll from the home, a fully equipped, privately assigned dock along Little Sarasota Bay provides effortless boating access, featuring a 14,000-lb boat lift at the pier's end. View the immersive 3D Interior Tour One. Spanning more than 5,000 square feet of air-conditioned living space, the estate is designed for both elegance and effortless entertainment. Expansive sliding glass walls open the great room to the pool deck and covered outdoor living area. French oak flooring and silver-toned designer lighting unify the interior, connecting the dining room, gourmet kitchen, study, and master suite with a refined, cohesive flow. A hidden entry room-currently housing a Control 4 home automation system-offers the potential for a future elevator while controlling lighting, music, and security throughout the home. Exquisite millwork enhances the interiors, including beadboard, custom built-ins, and architectural beams along the entry stair wall, great room media feature, and gallery leading to the master suite. Floating beams and polished nickel pendant lighting highlight the kitchen and dining area, while a dramatic pyramid ceiling elevates the master bedroom. The study, with its beamed ceiling and pool deck access, opens via double doors for privacy and elegance. The chef's kitchen is outfitted with Pompeii white mist quartz countertops, a smoked stiletto tile backsplash, an oversized apron-front breakfast bar, and seamless access to the wine room and butler's pantry. The dining area flows to the alfresco living space, complete with a fully equipped outdoor kitchen and a dedicated full pool bath. Upstairs, a loft and family room are joined by two guest suites and a fourth bedroom, offering private accommodation for visitors which includes a convenient washer dryer closet. The master suite overlooks the pool and outdoor fireplace and features a private sitting area. Its luxurious bath includes emerald quartz dual vanities, a polished nickel chandelier, a beamed ceiling, and a freestanding soaking tub beneath a picture window. Outdoor living is elevated with a motorized retractable screen, covered lounge and dining area, and a custom Bahama blue linear pool with sun shelf, spa, raised glass-tiled wall with bronze scuppers, and built-in planter. A sun deck, waterfall feature, mosquito misting system, and nearby fireplace create a serene, resort-style experience in complete privacy. The award winning white powdery sands Siesta Key beach, restaurants and fun shopping are a short three miles away. Quick access to downtown Sarasota with entertainment, dining and cultural options. Additional amenities include a three-car air-conditioned garage with motorized storage and bike lifts, a 24kW whole-house Generac generator connected to natural gas, fenced in pet exercise area and irrigation supplied by a private on-site well.