Welcome to Storybook — a treetop sanctuary where architecture, nature, and artistry meet. Tucked away in Arlington park at the end of a private canopied road and surrounded by native Florida landscaping and protected wetlands, this extraordinary 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence with a custom library/den feels like a hidden world all its own. Designed by renowned Sarasota architect Richard G. Allen, known for his sustainable and expressive style, Storybook lives up to its name — enchanting, serene, and timeless. Soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, and maple floors create a warm, open-concept living space that flows effortlessly to the outdoors. Clerestory windows invite natural light, while the wraparound screened porch and treetop pool immerse you in the surrounding canopy. A spiral staircase ascends to a light filled loft offering both inspiration and a tranquil retreat above it all. This home's heart resides in a custom library/den, a quiet sanctuary where books, ideas, and conversation gather. Beyond the cozy den lies an en suite bedroom, a serene sanctuary inspired by Zen simplicity. Sliding glass doors open to the wraparound patio, a haven for morning coffee and quiet reflection. On the same floor, a second primary suite welcomes you through an intricately hand carved door. Inside, an expansive bedroom and private sitting area rests quietly among the treetops, wrapped in peaceful seclusion. The ground floor includes a private guest suite, spacious laundry, ample storage, and an oversized two-car garage ,and EV charging station. From the hand-carved Tibetan gates to the tranquil pond and water feature, every detail of Storybook reflects a reverence for Sarasota’s natural beauty and a deep sense of peace and privacy. This is more than a home — it’s a place to breathe, reflect, and feel fully connected to the world around you.
For sale
$1,680,000
2613 Temple St, Sarasota, FL 34239
3beds
3,308sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
0.32 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$508/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private sitting areaZen simplicityEn suite bedroomClerestory windowsWraparound screened porchTreetop poolOpen-concept living space
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- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 16, 2025 at 01:26pm
Listing Provided by:
Dianne Anderson 941-350-3513,
COMPASS FLORIDA LLC 941-279-3630
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: A4640522
Originating MLS: Port Charlotte

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x22
Bathroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x15
Great room
- Level: Second
- Area: 1120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40x28
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Library
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,633
- Total interior livable area: 3,308 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Deck, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 2035080022
- Zoning: RSF4
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Public, Sprinkler Meter, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: HIGHLAND PARK 2
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Sarasota
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $508/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,065,200
- Annual tax amount: $4,867
- Date on market: 2/14/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
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