5977 Anise Drive, Sarasota, FL

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to your private poolside retreat in the highly sought-after community of Arbor Lakes on Palmer Ranch, this exceptional residence offers a refined blend of elegance, comfort, and resort-style living. Spanning over 4,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a private office, spacious loft, dedicated movie room, and a 3-car garage with additional storage. The home is ideally located just minutes from Siesta Key Beach, top-rated schools, dining, shopping, the Legacy Trail, and I-75. The outdoor living space is nothing short of extraordinary, designed to evoke the feel of a private resort. A sprawling travertine lanai surrounds the heated pool with cascading water features and an inviting spa, all easily managed through Pentair app controls. The fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a stainless grill, slate bar, sink and refrigerator creates a seamless setting for entertaining, while multiple seating areas invite both lively gatherings and quiet evenings under the screened enclosure. Framed by both lush greenery and serene preserve views, this private backyard oasis perfectly combines relaxation, sophistication and the best of year-round Sarasota outdoor living. As you enter through the front doors, a grand two-story foyer with soaring ceilings and designer lighting creates a striking first impression. The thoughtfully designed first floor features a private office, a formal dining room highlighted by wainscoting, and a stunning great room with coffered ceilings and surround sound, flowing effortlessly to your outdoor living space. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen is both beautiful and functional, featuring a large quartz island, stainless steel appliances with double convection ovens, a five-burner natural gas cooktop vented to the exterior, soft-close cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, glass tile backsplash, a walk-in pantry and an elegant butler’s pantry