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12001 Backwater Road

Sarasota, FL 34240
  • $1,499,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 60 Days
  • MLS #: A4636567
Price Reduced
UPDATED: 49 min ago
$1,499,000
  • 4
    BEDS
  • 5
    ACRES
  • 3
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 3,058
    SQFT
  • $490
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1992
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:

Description

Fully Renovated 5-Acre Homestead in Bern Creek Ranches, Sarasota County Nestled on 5 acres of lush land, this stunning homestead ranch offers privacy, luxury, and endless possibilities. The property is fully renovated from top to bottom, blending modern amenities with country charm. Located in the highly desirable Bern Creek Ranches community, which is pet and livestock-friendly, this is the perfect home for those seeking a peaceful, rural lifestyle with ample space for animals and outdoor activities. Key Features: A large, deep pool with an attached hot tub, all screened-in for year-round enjoyment. Private pond in the backyard, adding a serene and tranquil atmosphere. Outdoor BBQ/kitchen gazebo, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Spacious 1.5-acre front pasture and an additional 2nd front pasture, ideal for grazing livestock or recreational use. A 2-car garage, expansive paved parking pad, and a long, private driveway with a gated entrance, providing both convenience and privacy. The list of renovations is too long to list, so come and see it in person to truly appreciate the attention to detail and craftsmanship. The community also allows for up to 3 total structures to be built, offering flexibility for future expansion, such as an additional garage, barn, or detached mother-in-law house. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, space for your pets and livestock, or room to grow, this property offers the ideal balance of privacy, convenience, and opportunity. Don't miss the chance to own this incredible piece of Sarasota County paradise!

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12001 Backwater Road Sarasota, FL 34240

  • Price: $1,499,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 60 Days
  • Updated: 49 min ago
  • MLS #: A4636567
4
Beds
3
Baths
0
½ Baths
5
Acres
3,058
SQFT
$490
$/SQFT
1992
Built
Neighborhood:
Bern Creek Ranches
County:
Sarasota
Area:
Sarasota
Elementary School:
Tatum Ridge Elementary
Property Description
Fully Renovated 5-Acre Homestead in Bern Creek Ranches, Sarasota County Nestled on 5 acres of lush land, this stunning homestead ranch offers privacy, luxury, and endless possibilities. The property is fully renovated from top to bottom, blending modern amenities with country charm. Located in the highly desirable Bern Creek Ranches community, which is pet and livestock-friendly, this is the perfect home for those seeking a peaceful, rural lifestyle with ample space for animals and outdoor activities. Key Features: A large, deep pool with an attached hot tub, all screened-in for year-round enjoyment. Private pond in the backyard, adding a serene and tranquil atmosphere. Outdoor BBQ/kitchen gazebo, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Spacious 1.5-acre front pasture and an additional 2nd front pasture, ideal for grazing livestock or recreational use. A 2-car garage, expansive paved parking pad, and a long, private driveway with a gated entrance, providing both convenience and privacy. The list of renovations is too long to list, so come and see it in person to truly appreciate the attention to detail and craftsmanship. The community also allows for up to 3 total structures to be built, offering flexibility for future expansion, such as an additional garage, barn, or detached mother-in-law house. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, space for your pets and livestock, or room to grow, this property offers the ideal balance of privacy, convenience, and opportunity. Don't miss the chance to own this incredible piece of Sarasota County paradise!
Exterior Features

Attached Garage Yn Yes Carport Yn No Construction Materials Cement SidingHardiPlank TypeWood Frame Covered Spaces 2 Direction Faces South Exterior Features French DoorsGardenLightingOutdoor GrillOutdoor ShowerPrivate Mailbox Fencing Barbed WireFencedWood Foundation Details SlabStem Wall Lot Size Dimensions 288 x 785 Open Parking YN Yes Parking Features OversizedParking Pad Pool Features GuniteHeatedIn Ground Pool Private Yn Yes Road Surface Type Asphalt Roof Shingle Spa Features HeatedIn Ground Spa YN Yes Water Access Pond Water Access Yn Yes Water Extras Yn No Water View Pond Water View Yn Yes Waterfront Features Pond Waterfront Feet Total 0 Waterfront Yn Yes

Interior Features

Appliances Built-In OvenCooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorWasherWater Filtration SystemWater Softener Building Area Total 4360 Cooling Central Air Cooling YN Yes Fireplace Features Living RoomWood Burning Fireplace Yn Yes Flooring LaminateTile Furnished Negotiable Heating CentralHeat Pump Heating YN Yes Interior Features Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)Eating Space In KitchenKitchen/Family Room ComboPrimaryBedroom UpstairsSolid Wood CabinetsSplit BedroomStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments Laundry Features Laundry Room Levels Two Room Dimensions Bathroom 3 Room Levels Bathroom 3 (Second) Rooms Bathroom 3 Sewer Septic Tank Stories Total 2 Water Source Well

Property Features

Association Approval Required Yn No Association Fee 900 Association Fee Frequency Annually Association Fee Monthly Amount 75 Association Fee Requirement Required Association Yn Yes Cdd Yn No Down Payment Resource No Flood Zone Code X Garage Yn Yes Homestead Yn Yes Lease Considered YN Yes Lease Restrictions YN No Listing Terms CashConventionalFHAVA Loan Minimum Lease No Minimum New Construction Yn No Number Of Septics 1 Number Of Wells 1 Ownership Fee Simple Pets Allowed Yes Property Sub Type Single Family Residence Realtor Info As-Is Security Features Smoke Detector(s) Senior Community Yn No Special Listing Conditions None Sw Subdiv Community Name Bern Creek The Ranches At Tax Annual Amount 8454 Total Annual Fees 900 Total Monthly Fees 75 Utilities Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedPhone AvailableSewer ConnectedWater Connected Yrs Of Owner Prior To Leasing Re No Zoning OUE


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