4774 Ancient Marble Dr Sarasota, FL 34240

This stunning 4-bedroom, 5-bathroom home with a bonus room for an office or additional bedroom will not last. Perfectly positioned in the Vilano gated community, you’ll find this two-story, beautifully appointed home on a full acre of lakefront land inviting you to make lasting memories here. The understated yet elegant front elevation has stone and brick accents. The lot has 500 feet of 5-foot-wide hedges for maximum privacy. Conversations can be enjoyed while feasts are being prepared in the open kitchen with a large, breakfast bar and island. The kitchen is well appointed with stainless steel appliances, an induction cooktop with a hood range, granite countertops, and a breakfast nook with aquarium glass overlooking the pool. The walk-in pantry off the kitchen has custom shelving with an antique French chandelier. There is plenty of room to entertain indoors in the separate dining area with a rustic chandelier. The living room offers views out to the pool and backyard through glass sliding doors. Each bedroom has an en-suite full bathroom. The owner’s retreat has dual walk-in closets with custom shelving. The main bath has a double sink vanity, an oval bathtub and a walk-in shower with two rain shower heads. There is continuity of flare throughout including tray ceilings; large tile throughout the living areas; carpet in bedrooms and upstairs loft; matching, oversized, creative subway tile throughout the kitchen, showers, and laundry room. Entertaining outdoors will be facilitated by the outdoor kitchen prep area with immaculate soap tile countertops. The upstairs bonus room affords long lake views and room for billiards, movies, and games galore. There is plenty of room for guests on the extended driveway, and your cars and toys can be safely maintained in the side entry 3-car garage. The backyard is ripe for adventure as it overlooks the pond, has a fire pit area and an inground saltwater pool with heater to enjoy year-round. The yard is meticulously maintained and has a custom, horseshoe-shaped French drain to allow fast drainage and prevent flooding. No hefty watering bills here as the irrigation system uses community-paid, reclaimed water. The property has an invisible fence for pets. This is a special slice of paradise you do not want to miss.