12917 N BRANCH RD Sarasota, FL 34240

FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET---Rare Oakford Location. Now is your chance to own this perfectly situated, 5+ acres, Oakford gem. Featuring ancient oaks, dry pastures, and a fully stocked pond. Impeccably landscaped, with rear back drop of woods bordering 1000+ acres of scenic protected land. Relax as you enter the gated, treelined canopy driveway, that takes you up to this lovely maintained estate home. Boasting a NEW ROOF in 2019, with 50-yr transferrable warranty, and a NEW first floor A/C UNIT & HOT WATER HEATER. Beautifully maintained and updated Craftsman Cape with large Front & Rear PORCHES to enjoy your morning Sunrise and evening Sunsets. This updated 2-Story is a must see, with too many unique features to describe. Nicely appointed Kitchen has gorgeous Stone Counters, Center Island with Built-in Cooktop and Seating for two. There are Newer Stainless Steel Appliances, with crisp bright Cabinetry. There is also a Grey Stone wood burning FIREPLACE in the Kitchen for warmth. There is ample seating for Dining at your Farm Table Area, with Grand Bay Windows overlooking your front pasture. The Living Room offers a Stone WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, with rustic WOOD PLANK FLOORING, and FRENCH DOORS to the rear Porch area. The First Floor Master Bedroom Suite has a renovated Bathroom with Dual Vanities, Garden Tub, Walk-in Shower, Travertine Floors, and Huge Walk-In Closet. Upstairs boasts 2 Large Bedrooms, a Beautiful, fully updated, Bathroom, Plus a Skylighted BONUS ROOM, perfect for an Art Studio, Office or Work Out Room. The Main First Floor has an Additional BONUS Room or 4th Bedroom? French Doors open to the inviting 'Clear-Screen' Rear Porch and Outdoor Brick Patio with Fire Pit Area. There's a 2-STALL BARN which offers a TACK ROOM or WORKSHOP, with a Protected CARPORT area, along with a covered 'Sports Bar MANCAVE Nook'. Amazing SUNSET VIEWS from the rear pavilion overlooking a wrap-around STOCKED POND, and the distant preserve. Only minutes to world famous SIESTA KEY BEACH, Upscale Shopping, Restaurants, Golf, and the New UTC Mall. A-Rated School District. GOLF CARTS & HORSES ALLOWED! Abundant Wildlife & Deer roam the property. So Peaceful and Quiet. This captivating home is being offered for the first time and will go quickly. SEE ATTACHED MATTERPORT 3D VIDEO & VIRTUAL TOUR OF HOME!!