Historic, charming, potential, these words describe this old Florida bungalow located west of the trail in sought after Indian Beach / Sapphire Shores neighborhood. This home has many one of a kind and custom made details and features. You will notice the first one as you enter the door, a wood burning fireplace that was built out of ballast rocks recovered from sunken sailing ships off the Florida coast. Many custom made built in's along with a craft room with lots of storage. The windows have functional storm shutters that can be closed and locked for security and safety during a storm. Terrazzo floors flow through out the home and could be restored back to their original beauty. The detached garage has room for one car plus a workshop area that would be perfect for an artist, mechanic, woodworker or any kind of hobbyist. Nestled between the garage and home is a courtyard area that could be transformed back into the peaceful, tropical retreat it once was. Just around the corner is a nature walk that leads to the Intercoastal Waterway, a perfect place to fish or watch the sunset.
Located just minutes from the airport, historic Ringling Museum, colleges, downtown Sarasota and world famous St. Armands Circle. If you have vision to imagine how this home was back in it's glory days and can see it's potential to return to that, you will see this home as a true hidden gem! Call today for a showing.