3300 Mineola Drive, Sarasota, FL 34239

This is a rare opportunity to own a half-acre property on an island in Phillippi Creek with 458 feet of water frontage. The 1950s mid-century home built and occupied by Roland King, the developer of Southgate, is spacious (2,701 sq. ft) yet comfortable while affording opportunities for changes to suit the buyer’s tastes. Entering the property via a long shell driveway bordered by a huge live oak and other mature plantings, reveals a private, peaceful setting. The single story ranch home has appeal with its broad overhanging roof, river rock siding, and attached garage that faces at an angle to the front of the house. The front door opens to the main living room with fireplace set in a wall of the same river rock and a bank of windows. The windows overlook the outside patio, kidney shaped pool, creek, and rear yard. The living room flows into an open dining area and kitchen with stainless appliances, solid wood cabinets, granite counter top, and island. To the right of this main room … read more …