6571 Friendship Drive Sarasota, FL 34241

When you walk through the front door, the first thing you notice through the french doors is the view over the salt water solar heated pool and the long view of the lake beyond. Inside, you will notice the open split floor plan which is light and bright with the vaulted ceiling in the great room giving the feeling of open, airy space. This home features many built-ins and custom touches such as; crown molding, custom door trim with rosettes, beadboard. The 3rd bedroom is currently being used an an office/bedroom but could easily be converted back to a bedroom. Master Gardener lived here so lush landscaping abounds with hundreds of types of plants including multiple orchids, bromeliads, a tangerine tree, hummingbird garden and too many to mention in this completely private backyard. It is a birdwatchers delight with hummingbirds, many types of ducks, eagles, and more. There are multiple patios, pergolas/gazebo spaces to relax, entertain, read, have a glass of wine or you can also relax and entertain by the pool. Fish from your backyard, kayak, canoe. The opportunities are endless. Let's talk storage. There are numerous closets, built-in abundant cabinetry, attic space and outside, there are 2 sheds, and an in-wall storage room. The attic is double insulated with an additional 18" of blown insulation on top of the existing insulation. Owner says it never gets above 80 even in the middle of the summer. Top it all off with the great location. Easy access to I75. Less than 5 mins to Doctor's Hospital, many, many restaurants and shops, Lakeview Park/Paw Park. It is rare a home like this one comes on the market.