7088 SADDLE CREEK LANE, Sarasota, FL 34241

Country tranquility meets Sarasota convenience on this PRIVATE 5-ACRE estate tucked away at the end of a QUIET CUL-DE-SAC in the POPULAR GATED EQUESTRIAN COMMUNITY of Saddle Creek! This 4 BED + DEN/OFFICE, 3 BATH home with 2,510 square feet underwent a large renovation by Trinity Construction in 2018 (NEW KITCHEN, NEW FLOORING, NEW BATHROOMS, NEW PAINT, NEW LIGHTING & MORE). Inside, WOOD-LOOK PLANK TILE flows throughout the entire home, complemented by a WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, 7 SLIDING GLASS DOORS OUT TO YOUR LANAI, and a TRAY CEILING in the spacious primary suite. The open farmhouse kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring QUARTZ countertops, white RAISED PANEL CABINETRY, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, a WALK-IN PANTRY, and a generous 6 PERSON BREAKFAST BAR that creates a natural gathering space for family and guests. The primary suite serves as a relaxing retreat with a CUSTOM WALK-IN CLOSET and a SPA-INSPIRED BATHROOM showcasing DUAL VANITIES, a SOAKING TUB, a GLASS ENCLOSED SHOWER with beautiful tile work, and multiple shampoo niches for added convenience. Step outside to enjoy true Florida living with a HEATED POOL & SPA surrounded by a screened lanai, offering multiple areas for entertaining, dining, or simply relaxing while overlooking your private acreage. For those seeking a true equestrian or hobby farm lifestyle, the property is GATED, FULLY FENCED & CROSS-FENCED AND READY FOR HORSES, ANIMALS and TOYS! A well-equipped barn includes: TWO ~16×13 HORSE STALLS W/ WATER (room for 2 more), a 35×11 breezeway, THREE AIR CONDITIONED ROOMS (currently being used as a tack room/gym, music room & storage/workshop), and covered storage for lawn equipment and more. The grounds also feature THREE SEPARATELY FENCED/GATED PASTURES, STOCKED POND, 15×9 CHICKEN COOP, FRUIT TREES, REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM, and even an RV HOOKUP, providing endless opportunities for recreation and self-sufficiency. The MATURE TREES create an unforgettable ambiance as you watch the SUNSETS outside your front door! The home was RE-PIPED in 2020 and the A/C was replaced in 2021! Saddle Creek is known for its horse-friendly environment and over 25 MILES OF RIDING TRAILS winding throughout the approximately 1,000-acre community of just 161 homes. Despite the PEACEFUL RURAL ATMOSPHERE, you are only 7 miles to Publix, 5 miles from I-75, 13 miles from Siesta Key Beach, about 15 miles from Downtown Sarasota and the UTC Mall, offering easy access to world-class beaches, dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. Set within the A-RATED RIVERVIEW HIGH, SARASOTA MIDDLE & LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT! If you’ve been searching for the perfect balance of privacy, acreage, equestrian lifestyle, and proximity to Sarasota’s best amenities, this remarkable Saddle Creek property offers country living at its finest!