1117 Benjamin Franklin Dr APT A, Sarasota, FL 34236

Welcome to your tropical paradise! Located on Lido Key, this vibrant house is only steps away from the beach and St. Armands Circle! The lot has been beautifully manicured and features tropical planters, crisp shells, and an attractive brick paver driveway. The private back yard features a Japanese Garden, relaxing wood deck, and lush landscaping. This attached elevated single family home has many rich features, including newer entry way steps, newer second floor deck, newer impact glass windows and sliders, electric storm shutters, new A/C, and a new roof! Upon entering the home, you are greeted by the finely crafted etched windows. The house is very open and bright. The generously sized kitchen consists of solid stone counter tops, handsome cabinetry, tile back splash, an island stove top and stainless steel appliances. Crown molding surrounds the kitchen, dining room, and living room. The master bedroom, 2nd and 3rd bedrooms are on the main floor and the large bonus room is just up the solid oak staircase. The bonus / loft area makes for a great guest room, play room, or office and has a built in desk and a large outdoor balcony. Bring everything you want to the house with the huge 5+ car nearly 39x44 foot garage! A couple hundred yards away, on the intracoastal side of the island, is a nature park with kayak / paddle board launch. Expand your luxury experience with a membership to the Ritz Carlton Beach Club, which is only a couple of blocks down the road! Come see this house today!