Gated Waterfront Home In Sarasota Aptly Named 'Sunset'

SARASOTA, FL — This gated Sarasota home is aptly named "Sunset" for its breathtaking sunsets on the magnificent waterfront.

"Glorious views of Little Sarasota Bay, Siesta Key, and daily sunsets welcome you from every room of this gated estate," according to the Realtor.com listing.

Priced at $3.1 million, the home's master suite encompasses the entire second floor master with a private elevator to deliver you to your upper retreat.

"Impeccable craftsmanship and fine details are immediately recognizable from custom African Sapele mahogany front doors to the handmade crown moldings and hand-carved fireplace mantle," the Realtor.com listing said.

"The carriage house makes an ideal in-law or guest suite, complete with its very own entrance, kitchen, private bath, and balcony," the listing added. "Create endless outdoor memories on the sprawling veranda overlooking the saltwater pool or cruise out on your boat from the 50-foot dock."

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• Address: 6438 Hollywood Blvd, Sarasota, Florida
• Price: $3,099,900
• Square Feet: 4282
• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 3 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 2009
• Features: Styled after the French residences of New Orleans, this magnificent waterfront home aptly named Coucher du Soleil, simply translates as 'Sunset.' Exotic sucupira hardwood floors, exquisite lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, stylish hardware, exterior gas lanterns, and an elevator make this home warm, inviting and easily accessible. From the open concept living and dining room, numerous French doors open graciously onto the expansive covered balcony, which is also accessible from the guest suite and solarium, a bonus room that can't be missed. Adorned with custom shelves the tranquil library is the perfect retreat for reading and relaxing. The master suite encompasses the entire top floor featuring a separate private office, morning kitchen, spacious dressing room and an enviable private balcony with unsurpassed views. The unique features of this home are abundant. You don't want to miss this one of a kind property, come see it for yourself.

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