5952 Vanderipe Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241

12.36 acre equestrian estate. Completely finished in 2021, this exquisite residence is like new -- new finishes, new appliances, new kitchen, new baths, new A/C and new heated pool/spa. High-speed fiber optic internet connectivity for work and pleasure. Secluded location adjacent to Myakka River State Park just 10 minutes from I-75/Clark Road interchange and in-town amenities. Myakka Valley Ranches is an established community of five-plus-acre properties with saddle trails and nature preserves. This captivating property includes two ponds, a creek, grazing paddocks, dressage arena, training ring with a viewing platform, 18-stall barn, heated saltwater pool/spa and separate guesthouse. Horses, livestock, food gardens and bird watching are welcome here. At night, you can look up and gaze at the brilliance of the star-lit sky. This unrivaled private residence has plenty of breathing room, too. Offering 8,140 square feet of living space, the layout is ideal for entertaining and bringing everyone together. Rooms include living and dining rooms, family room, office/study, bonus room, home theater, 2nd office/exercise room, flex room, high-end kitchen, screened-in covered lanai, screened-in outdoor kitchen/dining, plus five bedrooms, four full baths and two half baths. Contemporary design and fine craftsmanship are evident throughout. Luxury features include an elevator, high ceilings (12-feet on first floor), 8-foot solid-core doors, solid-wood cabinetry, impact-resistant glass and LED Lutron lighting. Love the chef’s kitchen! Open concept with a degree of separation, the space smartly serves the living areas. Beautiful solid-wood cabinets, center island, eat-in peninsula to the family room, wet bar island to living room, Viking appliances, three sinks, two dishwashers and walk-in pantry. Your inner chef will also love the outdoor kitchen/dining area. It features a fireplace, built-in grill, side burner, sink and under-counter refrigerator. Reap the rewards of me-time inside the private master retreat, which includes two large custom closets and a sumptuous master bath with massive shower, soaking tub overlooking the private garden, make-up vanity and water closet with bidet. The master bedroom includes a step-up sunroom with inspiring views of the beautiful pool and land. Additional suites include a guest room on the other side of the residence and two bedrooms on the second floor, all with custom closets. In addition, the guesthouse has two bedrooms, one bath, a great room and a kitchen. There is garage parking for five vehicles, plus extra parking on the driveway. This exquisite equestrian country estate is ready to welcome you home. Detailed feature sheet, video and 3D tour available.

Incredible Price Improvement! Calling all Horse Lovers. This is a very unique, once in a lifetime opportunity, in Myakka Valley Ranches. This property consists of an unfinished 7000 sq/ft home that needs your special touches to complete it, so that it can be the envy of the neighborhood. It also has a 2 bedroom, 1 bath guest house with 825 sq/ft and an impressive 18 stall barn, located on approx 7 acres. When you look at these pictures, try to imagine what the home would look like after your final design plan is implemented. The first floor has 2 large bedrooms, a large living room with fireplace, huge kitchen, and family room. Upstairs has 2 smaller bedrooms, a media center, flex room, office, and loft area with a balcony overlooking the pond and barn. The lanai has an additional fireplace which will be a perfect spot for relaxing after a long day in the pool and spa. There are endless possibilities for both owner occupants and investors who can see the amazing potential in this home. Myakka Vally Ranches is designed to accommodate horses and horse lovers. There are easements on both sides of the 17 miles of paved roads that are designated riding trails as well as several miles of other trails. If you are looking for a move in ready home, then this is not the home for you. If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind opportunity, in an incredible, equestrian neighborhood, then look no further!