Enjoy waterfront living in this exquisite luxury canal property! Follow the paver driveway through Florida-friendly landscaping and iron gate to the private courtyard. As you enter the etched glass double doors, soaring tray ceilings and custom architectural touches welcome you home. The open floor plan provides relaxed, casual daily living and ample space for convenient entertaining. In the great room, the fireplace takes center-stage with a European-style carved wood surround featuring the tradition of wine making. Adjacent to the living area is an expansive kitchen, complete with butler's pantry. The solid wood cabinetry and copper sink complement the fireplace design, giving the home a timeless, luxurious feel. The large wrap around granite bar features seating for six, as well as an induction cooktop and separate oven. The dine-in eating space overlooks the beautiful pool, and the formal dining room overlooks the private courtyard. The three-bedroom split floor plan provides privacy and convenience for all. The owner’s suite was recently renovated with beautiful updates, including a custom tile walk-in shower, soaking tub, built-in cabinetry, and dual sinks with granite countertops. The large walk-in closet also features custom organization. Enjoy private access to the pool area with sliding glass doors off the bedroom. The second bedroom is handicap accessible, with ensuite bathroom and shower, also including private access to the pool area through sliding doors. The third bedroom is currently used as a den, with a Murphy bed and ensuite bathroom. Beautiful built-in bookcases and a gas fireplace make this a welcoming guest retreat. From the great room, floor-to-ceiling French doors and arched windows lead you to the oversized pool and spa with paver deck and large pool cage. Lush tropical landscaping, water view, and exterior lighting complete this private oasis. The canal has direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway. The 64-foot composite wood dock has ample space for multiple watercraft, a 13,000 lb. lift, shore power station, freshwater spigot and night lighting. Other features of this home include a laundry room, tile and engineered hardwood floors throughout, large 2 car garage with built-in storage, new metal roof in 2023, dual pane windows, irrigation system, AC’s updated in 2019, 2 tankless water heaters, dog run with perimeter wall and fencing, outdoor 110 electrical with outside timers, new pool plumbing and equipment, pre-plumbed for a gas or electric pool heater. This West of Trail home is just minutes to Siesta Key, Gulf Gate dining and shopping, downtown Sarasota and all the best the Gulf Coast life has to offer! Call today for a private showing.