Exclusive bayfront home privately nestled in a small gated community only 5 miles to downtown Sarasota. Hawks Harbor is well known for its ideal location and unique architectural diversity. You will immediately feel welcomed by this custom home from the moment you pull into the drive space. The grand staircase and water feature immerses you in pure elegance. Featuring expansive views of Sarasota bay this open floorplan features 4 bedrooms, 5 full baths, all new windows, new exterior paint, a billiard room with a wet bar, a formal living room, a formal dining, 2 indoor utility rooms, 2 expansive terraces, and a Jack and Jill terrace. The main bedroom is a true retreat. Escape at the end of your day gazing at the amber skyline while in your sitting room featuring a gas fireplace, a full kitchen, its own private outdoor terrace, 2 custom walk-in closets with built-in shelving, and a stunning master bathroom with dual sinks, vanity, a garden tub, and of course your very own steam shower. The focal point of this home is a spacious open concept kitchen with serene water views, a Wolf oven, a gas grill Cooktop, two SUB-ZERO Refrigerator drawers, a convection oven, solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar. The first floor houses an exercise studio, a safe room, a 4 car air-conditioned garage with additional storage space. This home features a private dock & lift suitable for most boats. Other features of this gorgeous home include: built-in bookcases, cathedral ceilings, stereo/surround sound in all rooms, Brazilian Cherry & marble flooring throughout, a wine cellar, a generator, crown molding throughout home, Hunter Douglas automatic shades, electronic storm shutters, Mahogany 4 in solid wood doors, a central vacuum system, a 3 story elevator, an alarm system, a wood-burning fireplace, a gas burning fireplace! Come live in paradise and embrace this tropical oasis!