Equestrian Living Redefined-
Imagine waking to the gentle sounds of horses grazing in sun-dappled pastures, stepping onto your screened lanai for coffee overlooking a sparkling saltwater pool, and knowing your entire property is fortified against Florida's fiercest storms. This custom one-story ranch estate in prestigious, gated Saddle Creek delivers the ultimate blend of refined living, serious equestrian infrastructure, and effortless access to Sarasota's world-class lifestyle. Spanning 3,060 heated square feet (3,800 total under roof) with 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, the home offers a functional single-level layout on a generous footprint, providing ample room for comfortable everyday living and future personalization. A massive bonus/game room (easily converted into a private guest suite or in-law quarters) plus an adjacent mud room/workshop offer flexible space for hobbies, visitors, or multi-generational living. Step outside to resort-style living: a heated saltwater pool (30' x 15') with Pentair automation (electric or gas capable), surrounded by an expansive 40' x 50' deck and full screen enclosure. A recently added sunroom/Florida room with hurricane-rated doors and windows extends your indoor-outdoor living year-round. Impact-resistant windows and doors throughout the home, plus hurricane-proof garage doors in the spacious 24' x 48' attached 3-car garage are a bonus! A brand new whole-house generator, installed 2025, automatically kicks in within seconds of any outage. In storm-prone Florida, this is true security and comfort: uninterrupted power that protects your family, preserves your property, and lets you weather any storm in place. This is no ordinary horse property--it's a turn-key equestrian dream on fully fenced and cross-fenced high-and-dry land with irrigated pastures and 7 separate paddocks, an 8-stall barn (24' x 36', metal roof) with tack room, in/out paddocks, center-aisle convenience, and automatic Shoo-fly fly spray system throughout. Also included, a regulation Olympic-size dressage arena with professional drainage--ready for serious training. In addition, there is a massive 60' x 35' metal-roofed building--ideal for boats, cars, horse trailers, tractors, or additional storage. In short, everything you need to enjoy your horses. Nestled in this exclusive gated equestrian community of approximately 170 homes on minimum 5-acre lots, enjoy more than 25 miles of private bridle trails winding through oak hammocks, preserves, and pastures. The gated entrance provides an added layer of security and serenity, ensuring this peaceful enclave remains a private haven for horse enthusiasts and discerning homeowners alike. Horses and riders are a common, cherished sight--yet you're just 5 miles east of I-75 on Clark Road. Low annual HOA fees (around $900 per year) keep the community pristine for enduring charm. Saddle Creek is just minutes from Sarasota's Best: world-famous Siesta Key Beach (America's #1 beach with powdery quartz sand)--just 13-15 miles away; vibrant downtown Sarasota with the Ringling Museum, Asolo Repertory Theatre, opera, ballet, fine dining, and weekend farmers' markets. Also, many excellent golf courses are located nearby, offering a wealth of options for players of every level! You can also enjoy Myakka River State Park, minutes away, for airboat tours, kayaking, and wildlife viewing. Ready for your forever Florida dream? This is it. Welcome home to Saddle Creek. Professional interior photos soon!