5173 Higel AvenueSarasota, FL 34242Sale Price: $1,259,000

This fabulous home provides a peaceful oasis located on a dead-end street with boating water on two sides. With 5 bedrooms, three of which are en-suite, and one of which is currently used as an office, there is plenty of room for family and guests. The home has been extensively remodeled and updated to create a light, bright, open home from which to enjoy the best of canalfront living. Soft morning light filters in through the French doors of the main living area, the master suite and the main guest bedroom. The kitchen was installed in 2016 and is accented by shaker style solid wood cabinets, sleek quartz countertops, a walk-in pantry, stainless steel appliances, an induction cooktop, and a nicely proportioned island with room for four barstools. The living room has light bamboo flooring and a wood-burning fireplace. The master retreat is spacious and bright and has French doors which open out onto the pool deck. The 1,900sf caged lanai comprises a large heated saltwater pool surrounded by brick pavers and a unique landscaped lawn area, creating a relaxed oasis from which to soak up the sun and enjoy the water views. Approx. 250 feet of seawall with a boat lift, a davit and a dock for fishing or launching kayaks/paddleboards offers easy access to a multitude of water activities. Bike to the Village and Siesta Beach in 5 minutes, or potter by boat to the intracoastal waterway in 20 minutes. Impact windows and doors, a/c units are 2017, tankless water heater in 2019, metal roof is 9 years old.