It will be clear how special this property is as soon as you arrive…Enter Sanderling through the gated, canopied drive, where a natural reaction to the Old-Florida scenery is to exhale and just breathe in the serenity. Meander through the mature trees and large lots to the generous circle drive at your future home, where an unpretentious entry leads to the perfect hideaway. Everything in this house is generously sized and yet provides a feeling of warmth and coziness. Enjoy pretty views of the tropical landscaping through large windows and sliding doors throughout, so even while indoors the connection to nature is maintained here. The living and dining room share a large space at the front of the home – fireplace included! - with a sunny Florida room to the back and bedrooms on each side. The master is incredibly spacious and includes a huge walk-in closet, plus his & her baths and access directly to an outdoor sitting area. A beautifully updated open kitchen leads to another outdoor space, this one more of a courtyard, and the skylights inside mean sunshine streaming throughout the day. Venturing out, you will love the quiet oasis you find! Perched on sparkling Heron Lagoon – perfect kayak launch spot included - there is a large pool plus loads of usable outdoor space that wraps around the entire property. If you are searching for a space of tranquility and ease, either as an escape from the busy-ness of modern life or for your full-time enjoyment, you have certainly found it here. The home has ample space to accommodate even large families or gatherings but the feel is comfortable, relaxed, and just reminiscent of simpler times (remember what life was like before e-mail existed? This property will help jog your memory!)…days when the largest decision was whether to take the kids on a canoe ride in the lagoon or hop on your bikes and head to Sanderling’s private beach. This neighborhood is unlike any other on Siesta Key or in Sarasota and it is the perfect place to relax and recharge. On the other hand, if a more lively feel is what you crave, Siesta Key Village is just minutes away! A 24-hour manned gate means an excellent feeling of security, and the private beach with a Paul Rudolph-designed community center and cabanas simply cannot be beat! There are also tennis courts and boat docks available, plus the location is very convenient to mainland Sarasota…just a hop, skip, and jump and you are over the bridge with easy access to stores and restaurants. However, once you install yourself at this tropical oasis, we suspect that leaving will be the last thing on your mind…