1657 BAYSHORE DRIVE

NESTLED in a SERENE, PRIVATE, OLD FLORIDA PARK-LIKE SETTING, this CUSTOM DESIGNED AND BUILT HOME has been METICULOUSLY CRAFTED. This RARE 6 bedroom, 3 and a half bathroom pool home offers a unique and ENCHANTING UNPRESENDETED FLORIDA LIVING EXPERIENCE. The melodies of nature will delight your eyes and ears in a symphony of natural beauty! Eagles, osprey, hawks, and bobwhite owls, just to name a few. The epitome of indoor and outdoor luxury harmony surrounds you in peace and relaxation. The elegant paver entryway leads to a sophisticated grand travertine-floored main entry, adorned with a CUSTOM NAUTICAL COMPASS INLAY DESIGNED BY LOCAL ARTIST NANETTE HOPKINS. This compass motif continues with a stunning backsplash, complementing the maple wood kitchen cabinets, quartz counters, and champagne bronze finishes. Throughout the home, white oak natural finish plank flooring and Sherwin-Williams Egret walls create a cohesive and inviting atmosphere. The master suite is a true retreat, featuring a white wood vanity, Kohler claw-foot tub with black finishes, and luxury vinyl plank flooring. The lower bathroom showcases a maple vanity with a glazed finish and a Corian top, while all bathrooms boast solid surface white tops and custom blue glass hanging lights, exuding a sea blue neutral ambiance. Entertain with ease in the dining room, illuminated by an oversized driftwood drum chandelier and nautical lighting at the island, comfortably seating six. Modern conveniences include a central vacuum, overhead stereo in the main living area and lower lanai, and landscape lighting on the back lanai. The exterior boasts Hardee plank siding and trim, a 25x50 shop with a 10-foot high opening, FOUR CAR GARAGE capacity, AND a THREE-CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. Soffit down lighting and fully operational downspouts surround the main house and shop, while the lush Flortam grass is fully irrigated from front to rear within the fenced property. PGT casement windows in white and custom-ordered Wayne Dalton hurricane covers stored in the garage closet ensure your peace of mind. Less than two miles away, you can enjoy the pristine shores of MANASOTA BEACH or explore other beautiful public beaches along MANASOTA KEY, VENICE, ENGLEWOOD, and BOCA GRANDE. Launch your kayaks or boat at any of the nearby public launches for a day of adventure. Additionally, there is an OPTIONAL MEMBERSHIP TO ENGLEWOOD GARDENS PRIVATE BEACH CLUB, which includes parking and a clubhouse on Manasota Key. Immerse yourself in the tranquility and luxury of this exceptional Florida UNIQUE LUXURY retreat, where the very best of nature and modern living converge in this distinctive and unrepeatable gem. Schedule your private showing today!