$1,310,000

Stately beachside residence offers 4320 square feet of well-appointed living space on a large 0.35 acre lot. Located in The Sanctuary, an amenity rich gated community, the home is an entertainer's dream. The open floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, formal and informal dining areas, office, bonus room, a large lanai with summer kitchen and pool, impact windows, shutters and new roof. The grand and glorious façade is a study in beauty and old world charm. A solid wood double door entry with arched transom reflects the grandeur of what awaits inside. Enter the formal living room from the foyer and immediately your eye is drawn to the two story floor to ceiling windows and French doors that provide a stunning panorama of the pool as well as access to the lanai. A cast stone... fireplace lends warmth to the space. The formal dining, room to the right of the foyer is perfect for large gatherings and is graced with three plantation shuttered arched windows and crown molding. '||chr(10)||'Throughout the first floor, soaring ceilings and ample windows flood the interior with natural light. The cook's island kitchen is a generous space and has everything the family chef needs including well laid-out cabinetry with plenty of storage. Two separate counter bars allow the chef to converse with guests without them being underfoot. L-shaped window seating within the kitchen can seat ten for informal dining. The kitchen also opens to a family room with hand scraped wood flooring. '||chr(10)||'The primary suite, located just off the formal living room, does not disappoint. Tucked into its own side of the home, it features wood flooring, crown molding and dual walk-in closets. The spa-like bathroom has dual vanities, built-in storage, large shower and freestanding, wainscoting jetted tub. Each additional bedroom is unique and features voluminous space, wood floors, ceiling detail and custom window treatments. Ascend the striking wood stairway from the foyer to access a windowed bridge and bedrooms, office and bonus room.'||chr(10)||'Entertaining options continue out back. The spacious lanai features plenty of covered dining space and a lovely stacked stone summer kitchen. Enjoy grilling or a cool refreshment from the well equipped L-shaped space. The pool features a plethora of ledge seating and spill-over spa. Lush landscaping around the screened pool deck transports you to a tropical oasis. '||chr(10)||'The Sanctuary enclave offers pool, clubhouse, rec room, tennis courts, playground and security. This home is close to everything! Quick bike ride to the beach, restaurants, shopping and A rated schools. '||chr(10)||'