4871 SWEETSHADE DR Sarasota, FL 34241

Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Secluded Oaks, this home sits on a premier lot with lots of privacy, fabulous views of the water, mature trees, and a coveted southern rear exposure. Exceptionally well-maintained with 4 bedrooms (currently used as 3 bedrooms and an art studio/bonus room), 3 full baths, an open floor plan with both casual and formal living spaces including a nice sized dining room, plus a 3-car garage with 8' tall reinforced doors. Quality construction including impact glass for hurricane protection and better insurance rates. Wood cabinets in the kitchen and laundry room, tile and laminate floors, granite tops, tray ceilings with cove lighting, and motorized sun shades in the family and master bedroom. Most recent improvements include a water filtration system, new refrigerator and microwave. Other appliances replaced since 2014. The range was changed to electric but there is a natural gas hookup in place if gas cooking is preferred. There is a wonderful outdoor living space with a heated pool & spa, which was acid washed and light bulbs changed in 2021. Excellent curb appeal with freshened landscape, exterior paint and recent power-washed roof. Secluded Oaks is a neighborhood of only 99 homes with sidewalks and good proximity to great schools and an easy drive to the #1 Beach in America - Siesta Key. HOA fee of only $588.00 per year and NO CDD fees.