A Rare Find and a must see… Coming back on the market December 13th. You will not find 100 ft of Gulf frontage with a 6 bedroom/ 6.5 bath home built after 2001, 5800 sq ft and under 5 million dollars in Sarasota or Manatee County! …Built like a “fort”, this one-of-a-kind Gulf front home featuring six bedrooms - plus separate study and upstairs family room - six and a half baths and 24 x 24 rooftop sun deck. Built in 2002, this waterfront beauty offers many unique details like the Mahogany front door with mosaic inlaid frame and "fossil stone" pool deck. Master suite has a large bay window showcasing expansive Gulf views and a gas fireplace that is dual sided and services the master bath as well. All guest bedrooms have full en suite baths. Warm relaxation is the theme supported by the rich Mahogany staircase, Bamboo floors, and high Pecky Cypress & Bamboo ceilings. Entertaining is made simple in the full-service gourmet kitchen with full breakfast bar, Dacor6-burner gas stove with dual ovens and griddle, top of the line appliances. Elevator on all 3 floors. Outdoor entertaining is a must...100 feet of pristine beach just steps away from the Crystal Crete pool & spa with a large stone deck surrounded by tropical landscaping, terrace that wraps around the entire house, and a private deck off the top floor master suite for taking in those nightly sunsets over the sparkling Gulf waters. 3-zone A/C and spacious 2-car garage.