Description : Sapphire Shores; One of Sarasota's oldest and most unique historic neighborhoods. This 4 bedroom and 2.5 bath heated pool home has been exceptionally maintained with loads of recent upgrades; new paver pool deck & screened lanai and resurfaced heated pool, new A.C., totally updated kitchen cabinets, counters and appliances, updated baths, central vac. This beautiful home also features parquet floors ,tiled kitchen and baths, high beamed cathedral ceilings, French doors, large eat in kitchen, oversized garage with lots of built in storage and space saving built ins in the closets, lush & mature landscaping, private back yard & so much more. But most of all you will enjoy the peaceful waterfront ambiance just four doors from your home. Here is an excerpt from the Indian Beach Sapphire Shores HOA newsletter which really describes this special neighborhood; "Neighbors are an eclectic mix of all ages, from young families to retirees, business executives, college professors, workers, students, entrepreneurs, artists, writers and musicians. The natural beauty of Florida sunsets over the bay, pods of manatees in bay and bayou waters, and beautiful tree canopy combine with cultural and academic offerings to create a unique neighborhood lifestyle". It is all about location; neighborhood cultural & educational amenities include the John and Mable Ringling Museum, Asolo Performing Arts Theater, Sarasota Ballet, New College, University of South Florida, & Ringling College of Art and Design & only 5 minutes to downtown