6 Minnetonka Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Location<br />&amp;nbsp;Minnetonka Road, Sea Ranch Lakes, Florida. One of Broward County?s most desirable communities, Sea Ranch Lakes is a beautiful beachfront village nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. Served by its own round-the-clock security patrol, this guard-gated enclave offers a unique lifestyle with a private oceanfront beach club, complete with heated pool and clubhouse, a focus for the village?s many social events. <br /><br />Property <br />Substantially rebuilt and expanded in 1990, this timeless traditional residence enjoys the lush tranquility of mature trees and tropical landscaping on a privately walled and fenced, oversized lot. Luxuriant gardens seclude the sun-splashed, south-facing pool on a Chicago brick patio opening off of a screened gazebo, a delightful outdoor living space admiring the lovely surroundings. An ample Chicago brick motor court serves the discreet side-entry, 2-bay garage which has an attached art studio/workshop. Residence Gracious indoor/outdoor living and entertaining are hosted in this warmly inviting residence totaling nearly 5,000 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3&#189; baths. Cedar shake roofing and classic wood shutters add charming appeal. Special amenities include a whole-house back-up generator and hurricane shutters throughout. <br /><br />First Floor: <br />A covered entry introduces the foyer, appointed with beautiful hardwood flooring which continues throughout much of the interior. The powder room adjoins. An elegant gas fireplace anchors the living room where French doors overlook a romantic orchid garden with fountain. Also opening to the gardens, the formal dining room is adjacent to the centrally located kitchen, featuring crisp white cabinetry, continuing into the breakfast room. A bank of French doors spans the light-filled Florida room opening by the gazebo, pool, and gardens. Clad in richly hued Chicago brick, a wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-in shelves creates the wo