424 N Washington Drive Sarasota, FL 34236

Escape to “La Maison Du Soleil.” St. Armands was first developed in 1893 by Charles St.Armand, a Frenchman and first resident of the island who purchased 131 acres for the tidy sum of $21.71. In 1917, John Ringling bought and developed the Key which accounts for its present day circle and lot plan. Visualize living in your island dream home overlooking Pansy Bayou nature preserve, surrounded by playful dolphins, serene manatees, and abundant feather and fin species just a short distance to Lido's pristine sandy beaches. This tropical paradise of exotic trees, foliage, and flowers complements the features suitable for a large family within the comfort of 4,465 square feet. Consisting of 6 bedrooms, formal living and dining room, family room, sun breakfast room, office with woodburning fireplace, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, a 40’ climate control pool and spa, a double lot with 115’ sea wall, 24’ X 16’ observation deck, 24’ X 4’ boat dock, and ample outdoor pavered terrace and pathways. True to its period, this circa 1974 home has been fastidiously maintained by its current owner for the last 34 years. St. Armands Circle is a famous island community known worldwide with over 130 boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. Presently, this exclusive island community is reserved for fewer than 200 fortunate homeowners.