New Construction in Myakka Valley Ranches, Sarasota's biggest equestrian community. Can be completed in 6 months after permitting. Why settle for an old house when you can build your brand new dream home on one of the last high and dry 5-acre lots in this wonderful subdivision? Together with the builder, Stern construction, you can determine the exact location of your new home, and customize it to fit your needs. Including in the price are the lot, a pond, well and septic, and a barn pad. The 3/3 home will have ca. 2,250 sq. ft. under air, a screened porch, and an attached 2-car garage. It will be constructed from cement block, have impact glass windows, a metal roof, open cell foam insulation, 9'4" ceilings, porcelain tiles in the common areas, custom granite countertops and maple cabinets in the kitchen. Myakka Valley is located 7.5 miles east of I-75, just north of Clark Rd. It is part of a great school district, while there are also a number of good private and charter schools nearby. The beautiful beaches of Siesta Key and the cultural amenities of Downtown Sarasota are only 30 minutes away. You will find plenty of shops and restaurants within 15 minutes. It is easy to make new friends in Myakka Valley: there is a horse club, a book club, and a women's forum. The subdivision borders Myakka River State Park, Florida's largest state park, where you can ride your mountain bike or horse, paddle your kayak, or go bird watching. (NOTE: You can also just buy the lot for $159,000. There is no time limit to build, and the HOA fees are only $439 per year.)