1662 Anchorage St, Sarasota, FL 34231

Gently used as a family vacation home and meticulously maintained, this furnished 5-bedroom, 4-bath canal-front residence is just 0.8 mile from the beach on a private dead-end street. West of Trail on a deep-water canal with direct access to Little Sarasota Bay, the property includes a private dock with a 13,000-lb. boat lift, a 3-car garage, pool and spa, three distinct outdoor entertaining areas, and an upper-level bonus room with an entertaining bar.nnCool coastal colors, high ceilings and generous living spaces give the interior a relaxed Sarasota feel. The upper-level bonus room expands the living space with a bar for entertaining, while five bedrooms and four bathrooms provide plenty of room for family and guests. Outdoor living is a major part of the property. The pool and spa are surrounded by spaces designed for Florida living - a comfortable lounging lanai; a covered dining area with outdoor kitchen, kegerator and wall-mounted TV; and a second-floor terrace for relaxing and watching the sunset. The homes orientation provides excellent sun exposure, while manicured tropical landscaping, including four royal palms framing the entrance, adds privacy and a gracious sense of arrival.nnFor boaters, the deep-water canal provides direct access to Little Sarasota Bay, with a full-service marina nearby for fuel and service. The property is also positioned on the beach-access side of the canal, making the beach an easy bike ride away. Shopping, dining and everyday conveniences