3970 Berlin DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34233

$2,175,000 Asking Price

4 beds
6 baths
5,302  sqft
Built in 1972

Approached by an expansive block paved driveway with parking for 20 plus vehicles. Ten, 260 year old antique British bollards (originally Napoleonic cannons) lead you to this well-proportioned family home with a separate luxury mother in law apartment. This estate style home sits on a private and expansive 1.3 acre lot with screened patio and large pool area for total privacy. Beyond are gardens with beautiful Oak, Pine and Avocado trees which bare fruit annually. Upon entering the property, the grand entrance hall offers Carrara Marble floors and a stunning chandelier on Jeanie Lift for easy cleaning. The exceptional flowing floor plan leads you to the Chef’s eat in kitchen with well appointed integrated professional appliances including full gas range and center island with a radiant blue semi precious counter top. Adjoining this via the custom elliptical arch is a large family room with grand brick fireplace with LP gas. Extensive bookshelves, custom paneling that leads you access to an English style courtyard with hand carved stone paving slabs and ornamental railings. The ground floor also boasts a large bright formal living room and dining room with impressive elliptical arches and ceiling features. A guest powder room, den and large utility room/mud room complete with fitted pantry and housekeeper’s desk area. Pool shower room leads to the 900 sqft Summer Room with a professional outdoor kitchen, fireplace and dining & entertaining space. Encapsulated by electrical screens and extensive landscaping. The first floor comprises the large 27’ by 14’ principal bedroom suite. The first floor also includes two further bedrooms, one of which was used as a kids tv room and a second fully appointed bathroom. There is also a second staircase with easy access to the family room. Bedrooms enjoy stunning views over the gardens. Outside the beautiful screened pool area is designed with low maintenance in mind with artificial turf and mature shrubs and palms. The large swimming pool enjoys all day sunshine. To the front is the huge circular driveway a 35’ commercial flagpole with lighting. The 3 car garage is complemented with an attached gym with a powder room. Staircase access to the one bedroom well appointed guest house with tray ceilings, a beautiful kitchen and bathroom with instant hot water and roll top bath with claw feet, shower and double vanities. This home was totally remodeled in 2017 and taken back to studwork. Also during this remodel new plumbing and drainage was installed, together with new electric, Dade County hurricane windows, doors, spray foam insulation encapsulate both structures, house is wired for smart home, security cameras and security system. Topped off with new roof’s in 2020. There are also plans for an additional 10 car garage available to the buyer, along with possible creative financing.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eating Space In Kitchen, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Smart Home, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
Appliances:
Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Flooring:
Marble, Hardwood
A/C:
true, Central Air, Mini-Split Unit(s), Zoned
Heating:
false, None
Fireplace:
Family Room, Outside, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Awning(s), Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage
Pool:
Child Safety Fence, Gunite, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Screen Enclosure

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
General:
Brick, Two, Slab

Location

Road/Access:
Asphalt
HOA Amenities:
545.0, Annually
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Sarasota

Lot

Zoning:
RSF2, LOT 13 OAK RIDGE 10-37-18-16-00/13, 0089060030

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Well, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water:
Public,Well
Sewer:
Septic Tank

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.75%
NA Compensation:
2.75%

This listing courtesy of:
BLUE LIGHTHOUSE REALTY INC, Jorge Zea

About Sarasota, FL

Housing

Number of Units
152,825
Median Home Value
$341,369
Median Rent
$1,292

27.49% of housing units are renter occupied.

18.88% are vacant.

Commute

Car
66.43%
Public Transportation
0.60%
Walk to Work
0.72%
Work from Home
31.09%
Other
0.55%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
264,751
Median Age
51.20
Median Household Size
2.39

Education

High School
26.25%
Associate’s Degree
8.64%
Bachelor’s Degree
22.70%
Graduate Degree
17.31%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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