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'Trade Winds' is a lush, secluded Caribbean-style estate tucked away at the end of a quiet lane less than a quarter mile from the blue-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the beautiful, empty white beaches of Manasota Key. Sea breezes carry the unmistakable sent of tropical flowers and a hint of the Caribbean throughout the property. Quiet walks, long bicycle rides along the coast, superb golfing, swimming, flats fishing, kayaking our nearby mangrove inlets and the incomparable Gulf Coast sunsets all conspire to inspire your most treasured and natural inclinations.
My Traditional Florida Bungalow is situated on a one acre waterfront site, where you will find undisturbed privacy. This intimate hideaway features native palms, oaks and pines, tangerine, pomello, orange, loquat, fig, grapefruit, guava, and mango trees within the large rustic botanical gardens in the Winslow Homer tradition. The gardens are filled with hibiscus, bougainvillea, tamarind, croton, banana groves, magnolia, jacaranda, passion flower, jasmine, ginger and other exotic plantings gathered from travels and sailing ventures in the Caribbean basin over the last dozen years.
The central air conditioned interior is modern and comfortable with airy, open living areas, leather seating and tile floors. Large windows provide filtered natural light. The kitchen is completely equipped for simple yet elegant food preparation. Meals may be served on a hand carved Mexican table in the dining room or enjoyed on the screened patio beneath a giant bird of paradise and rare orchids.
The bedrooms have plush carpeting and are located at opposite ends of the house for complete privacy . Each bedroom has a large private bathroom and walk in closet. Entertainment is a subjective thing. You may opt to listen to the native birds and Florida wildlife that abound. Or take advantage of soft music or the wide screen TV. Inputs are provided by over 100 satellite channels including Bravo, Sundance, HBO, all major sports, and several dozen music channels. A DVD player completes the choices. Sound is thru a discrete Bose surround system featuring CD, and many AM / FM radio stations, including NPR. Hi speed internet, and secure cable internet access is provided for those traveling with a laptop.
French doors open the living room to a large screened lanai with a tiled spanish fountain, a Weber gas grill and loads of comfortable seating. Many an afternoon and evening has been spent reading and whiling away time here. An outdoor shower is hidden in one of the secluded, very private banana groves, a romantic treat!
The garage is opened by remote, and features modern laundry facilities, and a place to leave sandy clothing. The grounds are maintained by professional gardeners, a house keeper takes pride in the well kept interior, and a local manager is a phone call away ensuring a pleasant stay. |
