7220 Proctor Rd, Sarasota, FL 34241

This graceful French Country Estate home sits grandly on 2 spacious, beautifully landscaped acres in the community of Foxfire. This 4/5 bedroom (5352 sf) home was skillfully crafted in 2007 with elegant architectural detail, choice materials with the goal of combining grandeur with comfortable family areas and expansive outdoor spaces. The fine interior touches include crown molding, wood flooring, coffered & tray ceilings, millwork-framed windows, French doors and sweeping wood staircase. The restful Master suite with sweeping nature views is located on the ground floor. The kitchen has custom cabinetry, granite counter, upgraded appliances and adjoining breakfast room aside the veranda. Also on the main level is an oversized office and billiards room with wet bar. Upstairs there are 3 spacious bedrooms with balconies, plus 2 baths. The outdoor living areas are idyllic for enjoying the temperate Sarasota climate --- from the screened lanai, to the open patio, along a paver brick walkway to the saltwater pool, fenced in wrought iron, out to the open back yard dotted with many varieties of fruit trees. Car buffs will love the 3.5 car garage with RaceDeck flooring. Country feel, but close enough in to easily reach all that Sarasota offers, including the Gulf beaches. Sophisticated country living for the discriminating buyer.

Priced under appraisal. A fine Sarasota French country estate close to town and the nation's 2011 top beach. This is old world craftsmanship at its finest. Enter the sprawling 2.5 acre estate through an electronic gate, to the circular drive around a central fountain to this handsome, 2007 built, 4/5 bedroom, 5300 (a/c) sq. ft. home trimmed with century-old brick and resplendent with architectural detail. Upon entering the home through the massive custom wood doors into the two story entry, you'll find that most rooms and veranda have been designed to enjoy the tranquil lake and preserve views that lie beyond the open saltwater pool in a beautiful natural setting. Enjoy the exquisite columned formal living, music and dining rooms with fine interior features that include generous crown molding, millwork-framed windows, fireplaces, French doors, and a well planned, state-of-the-art kitchen with upgraded appliances, custom cabinetry, granite work island, & eating peninsula. The quaint breakfast area is open to the family room, featuring a custom coffered wood ceiling, built-ins and fireplace. Additional bonus room with entertainment built-ins has a panoramic view of the rolling back yard. Also, an extra large office/den and 1.5 guest baths. The luxurious, relaxing master bedroom suite will surely be your favorite retreat. 3 balconies upstairs, abundant parking & storage in the expansive 4-door, 3.5 car garage. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, downtown & only 15 minutes to Siesta Beach.