REDUCED! Almost 4,000 sq.ft. country home, custom-built in 2004 by the current owners, situated on five beautiful, park-like acres. This four-bedroom, four-bath home features a big kitchen with S/S appliances, a family room with a 22-foot coffered ceiling, formal dining room, study, a three-car garage, and a 500 sq. ft, air-conditioned bonus room over the garage. The two-story home has a beautiful big front porch with a tongue and groove Southern Pine ceiling, and a brand-new AZEK composite deck. The thermopane windows will make a great difference in your power bills, as will the on-demand propane whole house water heater. Big sliding doors and bay windows make this house light and bright, and make you feel connected with the beautiful natural surroundings. The master suite is downstairs, and the second floor is sound proofed, to ensure utmost privacy. There is a beautiful formal staircase, and a convenient backstairs in the laundry room. The back part of the property is wooded, and has beautiful trails, while there is sufficient pasture for a couple of horses. The property is located in a great community with many miles of saddle/hiking trails, close to Myakka River State Park, great schools, shopping, and restaurants. If you are looking for a big home in a beautiful, natural environment, yet close to all of Sarasota's great amenities, this is it! House plans and survey are attached.