2974 57TH ST Sarasota, FL 34243

**** BIG PRICE IMPROVEMENT **** OVER 2 ACRES OF LAND accompany this 3 bed / 2 bath / 2 car garage pool home with NO HOA's or deed restrictions, so bring your BOAT, RV, WORK VEHICLES, AND HORSES! Rare RE-1 zoning means you may build a separate guest house (ADU), shop, studio, or large storage building for your vehicles and/or collectibles. The prime SOUTHERN EXPOSURE CORNER LOT gives you endless accessibility options for an additional structure. "Casa del Sol" is a warm and inviting Spanish Mediterranean inspired home that delivers the peace and tranquility of a country villa while being located just 4.5 miles from Downtown Sarasota and the exciting UTC Shopping and Entertainment district. Grand Oak trees line the generous motor court driveway, which provides plenty of additional/guest parking and creates the perfect welcome for guests. As you step inside, you immediately notice the striking rustic handmade Saltillo Mexican tile flooring, which adds character and warmth to the EXPANSIVE 28'x16' GREAT ROOM. The rough-hewn WOODEN BEAMS, VAULTED CEILINGS, and WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE with traditional decorative tile make this home special. The Chef's kitchen, which is the heart of the home, has STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES (including a 5 BURNER GAS RANGE), GRANITE COUNTERS, WOOD CABINETRY, and a large breakfast bar and food prep area where guests and family will love to gather. The primary suite offers a large 9' x 7' walk-in closet in addition to a hanging closet. The nicely remodeled master bath has dual sinks, a walk-in shower, a soaking tub, and a vanity. It also serves as the POOL BATH as it has a door to the pool deck. THE EXPANSIVE 73' x 43' PRIVATE COURTYARD POOL DECK AREA IS NEXT LEVEL and includes a 16' x 12' shade pergola and chicken coop or aviary. The 30' x 16' heated pool has a newer Pebble Tec finish. Additional structures include a 3 STALL HORSE STABLE with a fenced riding pen and an 18' x 12' storage shed. Close to shopping, schools, and Gulf Beaches. This property is an ABSOLUTE MUST SEE!