695 marbury

Enjoy a tranquil island lifestyle in this beautifully renovated turnkey home in Sleepy Lagoon, situated on a deep-water canal surrounded by lush mature trees for complete privacy. The 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home’s living space is elevated 13+ feet above the ground, with all new impact windows providing abundant natural light and views of the 80-feet deep canal. A new shady dock provides a wonderful spot for relaxing or fishing and a new boat lift and kayak launch offer quick direct access out to Sarasota Bay. The remodeled 2,530-SF split floorplan residence features a lovely soft palette and neutral porcelain tile flooring throughout. An inviting foyer, featuring soaring ceilings, beadboard walls and a striking chandelier, welcomes visitors with style. A short stairway leads to the expansive open great room and elegant dining room adjacent to the kitchen, featuring stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops and mosaic backsplash. Beyond the great room are two open Florida sitting rooms with walls of large windows on two sides and access to a sky deck, where you can dine alfresco while savoring captivating sunsets and gentle coastal breezes. A spiral staircase leads to the magical gardens and low-care maintenance backyard, with coquina stone and a pathway across chiseled travertine tile to the dock. Inside, a grand owner’s suite provides a relaxing retreat at the end of a day on the water with a large walk-in closet, beach-inspired bathroom with custom tile and coquina stone, and a linen closet. There also are two guest bedrooms that share a bathroom, one bedroom with shiplap ceilings, a soffit with reading lights and a large walk-in closet, and a second with abundant space and scenic views. The home’s lower level includes an enormous 4-car-plus garage, workshop and plenty of storage, all protected with the Kevlar hurricane coverings. Part of the sprawling garage’s space could be reimagined as a gym, playroom or home office. The lower level also features a large covered screened lanai with travertine tile and an open patio for dining, relaxing and entertaining. Other highlights of this gorgeous well-maintained home include a new roof, new HVAC, new stove and dishwasher, updated electrical and lighting system, and built-in central vac system. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to relish a tranquil island lifestyle just minutes from pristine white-sand beaches along the Gulf of Mexico.