Gated Sarasota Estate with Home Business Infrastructure Live, Work & Thrive on 2.49 Acres! Step outside to a screened lanai featuring a resort style pool, spa, & elegant spillover featurean inviting oasis set amid lush landscaping & tranquil lake views. Designed for both relaxation & entertaining, this exceptional pool area transforms outdoor living into a private escape. Tucked deep off Proctor Road, this lakefront estate w/ its own private pond offers a rare convergence of privacy, space, & opportunity that simply does not come along often at any price. The property is fully fenced, & a canopy of mature oaks & native Florida landscaping lines the paver arrival, where a courtyard entrance, stone exterior accents, tile roof, & French door entry set a tone that is warm, layered, & full of character. Inside, the open split floor plan spans 2,223 sq. ft. of air conditioned living space, w/ upgraded windows throughout. Custom tile floors, wood tongue groove ceilings, & handcrafted millwork weave a common thread of carefully articulated detail that connects each rooms distinct personality. The formal living room features a dramatic wood feature wall & sliding glass doors to the private courtyard; the dining room is anchored by a custom chandelier; & the family room opens to the screened lanai through sliding glass doors w/ recessed lighting throughout. The kitchen is the heart of the home appointed w/ a center island, bar seating, black granite countertops, white raised panel cabinetry, a built in pantry, stainless steel appliances, two refrigerators, & a pass through to the pool area, w/ more than enough room & storage to handle everything from a quiet morning to a full crowd. The primary suite is a true retreat quiet, grounded, & thoughtfully appointed, w/ an en suite bath that feels spa like, featuring dual sinks, an electric LED mirror, & a walk in shower designed for unwinding, plus a pocket door leading to a built in walk in closet. Two additional bedrooms each feature the homes signature tounge groove ceilings & moldings, while the guest bath impresses w/ custom black and white tile floors & a subway tiled shower tub surround. The detached 77x24, fully air conditioned 1,848 sq. ft. concrete block building designed w/ concrete flooring & three garage bays w/ tall electric overhead doors, is currently configured as a flexible, purposeful space. Think home business, car collection, woodworking shop, weekend projects, or whatever your passion demands ideal for anyone who needs serious room to do what they do. The attached two car garage adds 441 sq. ft. of enclosed, air conditioned space. Both the house & concrete block building are insulated w/ Icynene spray foam & equipped w/ new AC systems & ductwork (replaced within the last 35 years), & the concrete block building received a brand new metal roof in 2025. The sewer/drain line has also been re lined within the last several years the kind of behind the scenes investment that makes a real difference in long term ownership. There is ample room for RV & boat parking, & w/ no HOA to contend w/, you have the freedom to use this property entirely on your terms. Located in a coveted enclave of just 12 estate sized lots minutes from Clark Rd & I 75, & a short drive from Siesta Key beach. Nearby trailheads provide easy access to the Legacy Trail, & the area is rich w/ shopping, dining, & parks.