456 ACACIA DR, Sarasota, FL 34234

It's been years since we've seen an opportunity like this in Sapphire Shores. A true, in line, double lot with a large, vintage, two owner ranch home. This one has not been on the market for over 40 years which means you'll find wonderful original features like terrazzo floors throughout which have never been carpeted, a dramatic wood burning fireplace with a unique recessed mantle and built-in cypress cabinentry in the master bedroom which includes a cute mirrored vanity. The open floor plan and large windows bring in plenty of light and provide the kind of long sight lines you hope for in a quality, mid-century house like this. It's a split plan with one bedroom originally designed as a "mother in law suite". Today it's perfect for a home office or guest room. The kitchen has been recently upgraded making the house perfectly move in ready but when you see the size of this property your imagination will run wild with the possibilities. This 1951 builder's "model" has good ceiling height, a cypress paneled den, an oversized two car garage and a large rear deck overlooking a piece of Old Florida getting harder to find every day. It may appear to be a "diamond in the rough" but be sure this much living space on grade is absolutely irreplaceable. One half block to the bay front Sun Circle Park and nestled among Sarasota's most renowned cultural and educational institutions. Two miles north of downtown Sarasota and the John Ringling Bridge which takes you to the beaches of Lido and Longboat Key.