SARASOTA, FL 34243 329 Bernard AVENUE

WEST OF THE TRAIL JUST PAST UNIVERSITY PARKWAY. LOCATION IS SUPERB AND IN PRIVATE BALLENTINE MANOR ESTATES. PROPERTY is 5 minutes TO SRQ International Airport, 10 minutes to new UTC mall and minutes to downtown Sarasota for fine dining, shopping, opera and the Arts. A quick 15 minute drive to Lido Beach and famous St. Armand's Circle. A home away from home with lovely furnishings (Florida room) right off your shaded patio area and gorgeous caged-in 15'x30' pool with a depth of 6 feet, outdoor grill and huge dog run. At the end of the day, turn on the outdoor decor lighting to enjoy Florida's perfect evening weather. Family and pet friendly with a fenced in yard for privacy and with plenty of grass area to play. We even have a dog walker and sitter available. Spacious home flows easily from one room to the other and everything is in place for you to enjoy your private retreat or take a walk and meet your lovely neighbors. You are a few steps, just 6 houses to the Sarasota Bay and Intracoastal waterway, where you can enjoy your favorite beverage, watch the amazing sunsets and go kayaking. This home is light and bright with an open floor plan. All new linens, bedding, window treatments in bedrooms and more. Just added 4th bedroom/studio or mother-in-law suite with refrigerator, microwave and small kitchenette, There are 3 bedrooms with a split bedroom plan, 2nd bedroom has queen bed, 3rd bedroom has twin beds. This beautiful home includes a lovely master bedroom with complete privacy with a king bed with zero gravity and a walk-in shower. Every bedroom and common areas have Smart TV's including studio ranging from 43" to 73". This beautiful home includes 3 bathrooms, large living room, dining room and a tranquil Florida room and office with sliders to caged in pool area. A complete chefs kitchen with all professional cookware, small appliances and Wolf Gas Range. The chef's kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, for entertaining and dedicated laundry area. A circular drive with a shaded 2/car spot parking up to 5 vehicles. Lovely landscaping gives the perfect curb appeal Don't miss out on this gem! Serenity at it best. Owner would consider a annual rental.