8221 DESOTO MEMORIAL HIGHWAY BRADENTON FL 34209 MLS #A4678707

Rare opportunity in NW Bradenton. Stately Colonial Revival/Southern Brick Estate Home surrounded by majestic Oaks, Pines and Palm Trees. All on almost 3.5 acres! Two front porches with custom wrought iron adornments in and out! Special attention to detail include crown molding, wainscotting, tray embellished ceilings, brass doorknobs & hinges imported from England and many lighting fixtures with imported brass. When you enter the front door through the lovely foyer with imported marble floors and decorative niches. Boasting 5745 sf. Under roof, built in the 70’s with great care and intention. Extremely large rooms, Formal Living and separate Formal Dining room that can comfortably it 12 or more. Massive family room large enough to accommodate a pool table with wood burning fireplace. Also, on the first floor there is an office that could also be a bedroom. The Owners Suite has walk-in closets and ensuite featuring marble counters and vanity spaces. Separate laundry room, that can lend to a craft room. The kitchen faces pool area opening out to patio/porch area. It is adjacent to both family and dining rooms. There is walk-in pantry and butler pantry area that can accommodate tablecloths and entertainment supplies. Many closets and plenty of storage throughout the home. A two-story lanai area behind home that leads out to 40 x 20 pool with a two-story pool cage that has been recently replaced. The second floor leads to four bedrooms with extra walk-in storage area and two full baths. Two bedrooms face out to expansive yard with balconies that lead out to porch. Two bedrooms face out to backyard and pool with another balcony that overlooks the pool area and leads down wrought iron spiral staircase. Full house central vacuum. This property is made for family gatherings and entertainment! Oversized two car garage. All in a park like setting. Many options for this property, bring your imagination! The location is phenomenal. Sought after area of Bradenton adjacent to DeSoto Memorial Park, minutes to famous Anna Maria Beaches. Restaurants and shopping.