12001 Backwater Road Sarasota Florida | Home for Sale
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Sarasota, FL 34240
- 4Beds
- 3.00Total Baths
- 3 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 3,058SqFt
- 1992Year Built
- 5.00Acres
- MLS# A4636567
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market6 months, 11 days
- Area34240 - Sarasota
- CountySarasota
- Subdivision Bern Creek Ranches
Overview
Fully Renovated 5-Acre Homestead in Bern Creek Ranches, Sarasota CountyNestled on 5 acres of lush land, this stunning homestead ranch offers privacy, luxury, and endless possibilities. The property is fully renovated from top to bottom, blending modern amenities with country charm. Located in the highly desirable Bern Creek Ranches community, which is pet and livestock-friendly, this is the perfect home for those seeking a peaceful, rural lifestyle with ample space for animals and outdoor activities.Key Features:A large, deep pool with an attached hot tub, all screened-in for year-round enjoyment.Private pond in the backyard, adding a serene and tranquil atmosphere.Outdoor BBQ/kitchen gazebo, perfect for entertaining family and friends.Spacious 1.5-acre front pasture and an additional 2nd front pasture, ideal for grazing livestock or recreational use.A 2-car garage, expansive paved parking pad, and a long, private driveway with a gated entrance, providing both convenience and privacy.The list of renovations is too long to list, so come and see it in person to truly appreciate the attention to detail and craftsmanship. The community also allows for up to 3 total structures to be built, offering flexibility for future expansion, such as an additional garage, barn, or detached mother-in-law house.Whether youre looking for a peaceful retreat, space for your pets and livestock, or room to grow, this property offers the ideal balance of privacy, convenience, and opportunity. Don't miss the chance to own this incredible piece of Sarasota County paradise!
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Pets Allowed: Yes
Senior Community: No
Hoa Frequency Rate: 900
Association: Yes
Hoa Fees Frequency: Annually
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 3.00
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Window Features: WindowTreatments
Roof: Shingle
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, InGround
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: FrenchPatioDoors, Garden, Lighting, OutdoorGrill, OutdoorShower
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $1,500,000
Fencing: BarbedWire, Fenced, Wood
Garage / Parking
Open Parking: No
Parking Features: Oversized, ParkingPad
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Carport: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Fireplace Desc: LivingRoom, WoodBurning
Fireplace: Yes
Floors: Laminate, Tile
Levels: Two
Spa: Yes
Laundry Features: LaundryRoom
Interior Features: BuiltInFeatures, CeilingFans, EatInKitchen, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, StoneCounters, SplitBedrooms, UpperLevelPrimary, WalkInClosets, WoodCabinets, WindowTreatments
Appliances: BuiltInOven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, RangeHood, WaterSoftener, WaterPurifier, Washer
Spa Features: Heated, InGround
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: East on Fruitville Road, turn left onto Cowpen Lane, turn right onto Celestine Road, turn left on Bern Creek Loop
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5
Lot Sqft: 217,800
Est Lotsize: 288x785
Misc
Other
Special Conditions: None
Security Features: SmokeDetectors
Other Rooms Info
Property Info
Section: 18
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Attached: No
New Construction: No
Construction Materials: CementSiding, HardiplankType, WoodFrame
Stories: 2
Total Stories: 2
Foundation: Slab, StemWall
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 13
Sqft Info
Sqft: 3,058
Bulding Area Sqft: 4,360
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,024
Tax Lot: 11
Tax Legal Description: W 1/2 OF LOT 11 THE RANCHES AT BERN CREEK
Tax Annual Amount: 8454
Tax Book Number: 30-24
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, HeatPump
Water Source: Well
Sewer: SepticTank
Cool System: CentralAir, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableAvailable, ElectricityConnected, PhoneAvailable, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Features: Pond
View: Yes
View: Pond, Water
Schools
Elem: Tatum Ridge Elementary
Directions
East on Fruitville Road, turn left onto Cowpen Lane, turn right onto Celestine Road, turn left on Bern Creek LoopThis listing courtesy of Platinum Palm Properties
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12001 Backwater Road, Sarasota, Florida has 4 Beds, 3 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 12001 Backwater Road, Sarasota, Florida is A4636567.
The price for 12001 Backwater Road, Sarasota, Florida is $1,190,000.
The status of 12001 Backwater Road, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 12001 Backwater Road, Sarasota, Florida is Bern Creek Ranches.
The home located at 12001 Backwater Road, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2025.
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