8871 COLONELS CT Sarasota, FL 34240

This former Belita II model by London Bay is located in the Founders Club on an amazing lot. One of the original cottage residences located just minutes to the club, the owners purchased in 2016 and have been the only occupants. Not only will you fall in love with the architectural design but you will be captivated by the lot that it sits on. The backdrop for this home is a preserve with Grand Oaks and even has a view of the gold course. The Belita features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths a dedicated office and the highly sought after great room design. The pool area is like being at a resort. A large covered terrace with both living and dining areas is complete with an outdoor kitchen. The pool terrace has professionally designed landscape with outdoor lighting and music, multiple lounge areas, a free form salt pool and a spa that also serves as an additional water feature. The pool is heated for year round enjoyment. The colonnade was added to the pool in 2016. The Mission style architecture is evident from the minute you drive up to this home. The arched courtyard entry, the roof parapet, arched wood door and simple smooth stucco are a few of the exterior design elements. The interior has multiple design features throughout the entire residence. They begin at the floors, continue up the walls and even are on the ceilings. The height of the ceilings is balanced by the Mission arches, high profile baseboards and crown moldings. The kitchen features a large island that seconds as a breakfast bar, a morning room, an abundant amount of cabinetry, stainless appliances, a large walk-in pantry and even a small private desk area. The design features are beamed ceilings, frosted glass cabinet doors, tile backsplash and globe pendant lights. The dining room has a floor to ceiling window pane wall and the living room has its own designer trimmed wall. The master suite has multiple trays in the ceiling detail, plenty of closet space, a master bath with garden tub, roman shower with mosaic tile and glass door, his and her sinks, windows for natural light over vanity and separate water closet. The office is off the main living area with access to a full bath. A great home business space that could become a 4th bedroom if needed. The guest bedrooms have a Jack and Jill bath and a private location set back from main living area. The large laundry is just off the garage entry. The 3 car side entry garage offers storage, room for a golf cart and has an epoxy floor. All windows are impact glass. The home has natural gas for cooking, hot water, heating and a whole house generator. The Founders Club is positioned between Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota, with easy access to I-75, downtown Sarasota, Gulf beaches, SRQ Airport, Shopping, Dining and all Cultural events. The Country Club offers social and equity memberships. If you choose not to join the club...it is optional ... there are community tennis courts.