5952 VANDERIPE RD Sarasota, FL 34241

12.36 acre equestrian estate. Completely finished in 2021, this exquisite residence is like new -- new finishes, new appliances, new kitchen, new baths, new A/C and new heated pool/spa. High-speed fiber optic internet connectivity for work and pleasure. Secluded location adjacent to Myakka River State Park just 10 minutes from I-75/Clark Road interchange and in-town amenities. Myakka Valley Ranches is an established community of five-plus-acre properties with saddle trails and nature preserves. This captivating property includes two ponds, a creek, grazing paddocks, dressage arena, training ring with a viewing platform, 18-stall barn, heated saltwater pool/spa and separate guesthouse. Horses, livestock, food gardens and bird watching are welcome here. At night, you can look up and gaze at the brilliance of the star-lit sky. This unrivaled private residence has plenty of breathing room, too. Offering 8,140 square feet of living space, the layout is ideal for entertaining and bringing everyone together. Rooms include living and dining rooms, family room, office/study, bonus room, home theater, 2nd office/exercise room, flex room, high-end kitchen, screened-in covered lanai, screened-in outdoor kitchen/dining, plus five bedrooms, four full baths and two half baths. Contemporary design and fine craftsmanship are evident throughout. Luxury features include an elevator, high ceilings (12-feet on first floor), 8-foot solid-core doors, solid-wood cabinetry, impact-resistant glass and LED Lutron lighting. Love the chef's kitchen! Open concept with a degree of separation, the space smartly serves the living areas. Beautiful solid-wood cabinets, center island, eat-in peninsula to the family room, wet bar island to living room, Viking appliances, three sinks, two dishwashers and walk-in pantry. Your inner chef will also love the outdoor kitchen/dining area. It features a fireplace, built-in grill, side burner, sink and under-counter refrigerator. Reap the rewards of me-time inside the private master retreat, which includes two large custom closets and a sumptuous master bath with massive shower, soaking tub overlooking the private garden, make-up vanity and water closet with bidet. The master bedroom includes a step-up sunroom with inspiring views of the beautiful pool and land. Additional suites include a guest room on the other side of the residence and two bedrooms on the second floor, all with custom closets. In addition, the guesthouse has two bedrooms, one bath, a great room and a kitchen. There is garage parking for five vehicles, plus extra parking on the driveway. This exquisite equestrian country estate is ready to welcome you home. Detailed feature sheet, video and 3D tour available.