A long winding drive leads to this Sarasota landmark estate comprised of 2 gated acres with 132' of bay front. Over 50 Live Oak trees provide a magical canopy for this vintage Ralph Zimmerman designed home. The elegant 5BR/4½ BA estate has entertained hundreds. Most all rooms have big bay views with wall to wall, floor to ceiling windows. There's a Gatsby style air to the home. The family sized kitchen has been updated with 6' x 8' granite center island, stainless appliances and custom crafted wood cabinetry. The formal dining room has Thanksgiving written all over it! Next to the dining room is an additional 14' x 3' closet for wine & crystal storage. The large family room with gas fireplace includes a casual dining area. The elegant formal livingroom extends 41' with a wood burning fireplace, wet bar and an elevator. Mexican tile is throughout the 1st floor. Balconies circle the perimeter of the home upstairs with hardwood floors. The owner's suite extends 29' with expansive views of SarasotaBay. Brick terraces grace the entire rear of the home with a grilling and an entertaining area. There is garage parking for 4 cars, a heated pool and plethora of fruit trees. This 5893 sq.ft. residence is conveniently located with close proximity to TheField Club, downtown Sarasota, shopping, medical and Siesta Key's sugar sand beaches. The extraordinary sunsets from the enormous back yard reaching the bay is heaven on earth!