Margaret Henkel's Featured Listings

Spectacular Condo at Orchid Beach Club

Price: $1795000
Beds: 3
Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Beautiful views of the GULF or BAY from every room, with city lights at night and sunsets in the afternoon. Enjoy long walks on Lido Beach, kayak the mangroves or bike to St. Armand's Circle. Exceptionally detailed "home" with fabulous Brazilian rosewood flooring, wall coverings, lighting and window treatments. Open great room plan that opens to large balcony for views and outdoor living. The kitchen is equipped with gas cook top, double ovens, warming drawer and stylish Neff cabinets with granite counter tops. Fabulous master suite with views of the gulf. The owners chose this unit for the panoramic views, every room having access to one of the 3 balconies and having a gas grill on the balcony! Two great parking spaces in secured parking under building, plus storage just outside unit that is equipped with work bench. Orchid Beach Club is casually elegant with great amenities including: social room, game room, meeting room, library, concierge on site 6 days a week, 24 hour guard at gate, fabulous fitness center with sauna, large pool and spa on the beach, poolside cabana, and two private guest suites! Pets welcome!

Tri-Level Pool Home Near Crescent Beach

Price: $489500
Beds: 3
Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Excitingly different tri-level home located in a pleasantly secluded neighborhood just minutes to the sugary white sand beach. Nestled among towering trees, this home has a dramatic 2 story Great Room with fireplace, and windows galore that invite the outdoors in. Charming screen porch is located off the Great Room overlooking the pool. Spacious kitchen opens to the dining room, plus wet bar area. Master bedroom has a large walk-in closet, plus doors leading out to a small deck. An open staircase leads to the 3rd level with a BR, bath, plus loft area perfect for an office. Lower level has a permitted bath, and a spacious 23x19 storage area with doors leading out to the pool. The open pool area is a tropical oasis with fencing for privacy, decking all around, 21 x 12 covered area, and various very attractive sitting areas. Another bonus is the house backs up to Glebe Park, which is a 10 acre County Facility.

Spacious End-Unit Villa

Price: $199000
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

This villa offers an open plan with glass enclosed lanai. There is a fireplace in the living room, a large master suite with built-ins in the master closet. The 3rd bedroom has a closet with built-in book shelves. Kitchen has patio and sliding glass doors, closet pantry and room for breakfast table. 2 car garage with storage closets. Convenient to pool. Excellent opportunity to move into this popular country club community and be conveniently located to fabulous shopping and dining. The Meadows Country Club offers 3 golf courses, tennis, fitness center and social activities. The community offers walking trails, town center and shopping village with restaurants.

End Unit in Beautiful Casarina!

Price: $1995000
Beds: 3
Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Enjoy memorable sunsets, tennis, heated pool and clubhouse. Many upgrades including crown moldings, walk-in closets, and a large utility room. Kitchen has been updated and features new cabinets and double ovens, one is convection. The baths have been recently updated, too. The wrap around balcony looks down on the beautiful Crescent Beach. Have peace of mind with security guards on the grounds of the complex. Some furnishings will be available for sale.

Discover paradise at Pelican Cove

Price: $140000
Beds: 2
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Nestled along the gentle waters of Little Sarasota Bay resides the serene 75-acre gated community of Pelican Cove, containing six neighborhoods with a total of 731 condominium homes. This conveniently located first floor residence is close to the community pool, boat basin, fitness center & clubhouse.A fenced courtyard provides privacy at the main entry, while the rear lanai overlooks a flourishing common area. This well maintained residence features a spacious great room floor plan with open living & dining area, flowing out onto a large fully-screened lanai. Sliding glass doors have been added to the covered lanai to provide additional protection from the elements, while still allowing abundant natural light & tranquil views to permeate the interior. The dining room has an open pass thru to the eat-in kitchen where the functional laundry closet with stacked washer & dryer are tucked just out of sight.This home comes complete with two large suites, two baths, covered parking & exterior storage. The gated community of Pelican Cove features three recreational clubhouses, six heated swimming pools, four lighted tennis courts, fitness center with sauna & miles of scenic nature trails. Educational classes & planned social activities create a friendly & active community. A boat basin with boat slips & canoe and kayak storage provides convenient access to the pristine waters of Little Sarasota Bay & the Intracoastal Waterway.

Sailboat Water; No Bridges to Bay

Price: $1499000
Beds: 4
Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

This Siesta Cove home, custom built by Bamboo, is on sailboat water with no bridges to bay. The spacious open floor plan has expansive decks with incredible views. Large kitchen, soaring vaulted ceilings and walls of glass make this the perfect home for entertaining. The five car tandem garage is a car lover's dream and offers lots of extra storage, too. New metal roof Spring, 2009. The 16,000 pound boat lift, davit, dock and outdoor hot tub complete the waterfront-living lifestyle. Room for a pool. Short stroll to Siesta Key Beach.

Calling All Nature Lovers!

Price: $479000
Beds: 3
Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Gourmet kitchen with stunning granite and wood cabinetry. Great room & separate dining area, high ceilings, all rooms are large. This home is situated on over 1/2 acre of Florida paradise. Huge private back yard overlooking nature preserve and lake with amazing wildlife. Caged pool area is 65x37 & attached to it is a 27x28 orchid house with electric & water and at one time boasting 2,000 plants. This is truly a nature lover's paradise. You will not be disappointed. Quiet dead end street.

Maintenance-Free Villa with Private Pool

Price: $215000
Beds: 2
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Located on the beautiful golf community of Palm Aire, this villa has great curb appeal and shows like a model. Light, bright and airy describes this home. Vaulted ceilings in the living room. Large kitchen and dining area that has been expanded and has sliders that open up to an outside pavered sunning area. Laminate flooring in the kitchen. Lovely covered sitting area that leads to the pool. This home shows pride of ownership and is a must see for the person that wants maintenance free but with its own pool. 2 car garage.

Mainland Home on Sailboat Water

Price: $695000
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home in this waterfront community. Direct access to the intercoastal waterway and with no fixed bridges to the bay. A boaters dream location. Lot has 100' of water frontage with 15,000 sq. ft. wide bayou so you can turn your boat with ease....spectacular wide water views.....Central mainland location just south of the Stickney Point bridge. Just 15 mintues to the beautiful white sands of Siesta Key beach....Florida living at its best! Being sold for land value!

Bank-Owned. Great Value, Nice Community!

Price: $239900
Beds: 4
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

True 4 bedroom home in nice deed-restricted community. In-ground pool, large lanai, very private back yard. Split plan. Spacious family room kitchen with wood burning fireplace. Freshly painted, new carpeting. Bank owned. Being Sold AS IS.