1842 grove

Welcome to the highly desirable and stunning West of the Trail neighborhood featuring mature landscaping and walkable neighborhood. This charming courtyard-style home features a lovely screened-in pool with pavers and an excellent seating area perfect for outdoor dining. The oversized Great Room features vaulted ceilings, skylights, a wood-burning fireplace and two sets of French doors leading out to the pool area. An extraordinary kitchen is a chef's dream featuring fine custom cabinetry around the perimeter, granite counters, stainless appliances and a large island featuring butcher block countertops. The well-thought out addition of 1218 sf of living space was added to the back of the house and completed in 2005 as well as the addition of the pool cage, pool decking and walkway. The ample space in the rear bedroom could serve as a wonderful mother-in-law suite or could be the ideal living area for an older child or family member who likes their privacy with easy access to the pool, a private bathroom and separate entrance. Other features include a spacious den with amazing built-in cabinets, a second bedroom and half bath. House has been updated with epoxy flooring in garage, a new pool heater and updated HVAC system in 2022. HVAC in back addition was replaced in 2018. This property has perfect proximity to Siesta Key beaches, grocery stores, Southside Village restaurants, shopping and gourmet market as well as downtown Sarasota. This house is also just a stone's throw away from Southside Elementary School, which is an A-rated school district in Sarasota. Don't miss the opportunity to make your dream home a reality in this amazing neighborhood!