KEY WEST STYLE EQUESTRIAN ESTATE NOW AVAILABLE! An authentic Key West home, nestled on a lush, intensely private 5.12 acre high and dry piece of land (75’ above sea level) is now available for the discriminating equine enthusiast. This remarkable property creates the perfect setting that is so hard to find. A private gated entry to a long tree lined driveway, lush, beautiful landscaping, privacy hedges, and towering pine and oak trees surround the fabulous home and barn. There is a gorgeous entry courtyard, Selby Garden worthy grounds, a long sweeping front porch, metal roof, and 6’ privacy hedges on the southern border of the property. It would be tremendously challenging, time consuming and almost impossible to develop a place like this today given the cost/scarcity of unimproved land for sale, the site work involved, and the very long time frame now needed for building, and with this equestrian estate now available, you don't need to go through the building hassle. This is an equestrian estate that is visually pleasing in every way, it's high and dry, with lush mature vegetation, gorgeous verdant green pastures, 5 paddocks, a trainer worthy barn, and a home out of the pages of the Key West Homes & Gardens magazine…all at a terrific price. The estate features a 2325’ sq ft main house with vaulted ceilings throughout, 3 very spacious bedrooms, 2 well-appointed bathrooms, a fantastic cook’s kitchen, all overlooking the barn and grounds. The kitchen has maple cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large eat in breakfast nook as well as a very roomy dining room. The Owner’s Suite is oversized, with bay windows and a Spa Bathroom you are going to love. It includes an enormous walk-in-shower, double sinks, and a fabulous soaking tub. There are also two good size guest bedrooms, an extremely well-appointed 2nd bathroom, and a large laundry room. Rounding out the resort back yard is a screened porch, a large pavered area for sunning, and spectacular oak trees and tropical plants that must be seen to be appreciated. The fabulous 60’x38’ sq. ft barn includes 7 stalls, an apartment with full bathroom & mini-kitchen, wide center aisle, in and out paddocks, and metal roof with lightning rods, large overhang with concrete pathway, and multiple areas for hosing, grooming, tacking up, and just relaxing. There is also an aviary room (no longer used for that purpose, but it’s a very nice extra area to have). The property has a private well and a separate septic as well as hot water for home and barn. The land is perimeter fenced and has cross fenced pastures for horse turnouts. This is a true horse lover's paradise and is also perfect for bird watchers and anyone desiring a private and serene lifestyle located close to the Lakewood Ranch/Sarasota area. With all of this you will not want to leave but there are excellent schools, shopping, and restaurants within a 15-minute drive. Nearby, there are other popular outdoor recreational attractions for endless riding, hiking, birding, ATVs and much more. Call for your private showing today!