The Pickett House
Location, Location & Charm.
This historic home is ideally located within walking distance of Sarasota’s Bayfront and minutes from all the amenities of downtown. Enjoy the winter season in the comfort of a beautifully restored private residence, and take advantage of all that the downtown area has to offer, including great restaurants, shopping, the Sarasota Opera, the Ringling Museum, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center, the Historic Asolo Theater, the Sarasota Ballet, and the world-renowned Marie Selby Botanical Garden. Take your pick between world-famous Siesta Key and Lido Key beaches, which are easily accessed by car or bicycle.

This 1924 Mediterranean bungalow captures the charm of old-Florida style along with the conveniences of today’s lifestyle. The home features two bedrooms and two baths. It is appointed with quality antique furniture, oak flooring, and restored architectural details. The primary suite features an adjustable king-size sleigh bed, a large walk-in closet and newly restored marble bathroom. It overlooks a lovely, furnished courtyard and relaxing fountain.

The second bedroom features a queen bed, convenient work area, and built-out closet. This corner bedroom looks out onto the front porch and a side garden. The second bath, which is adjacent to the second bedroom, has been restored to the elegance of the 1920s, and includes a sunlit standing shower with rain shower head and large, antique tub.

The remodeled kitchen has shaker-style cabinets; a large custom pantry; granite countertops; Viking stovetop and refrigerator; and a Dacor convection oven. Ample dishes, serving pieces and cookware are included for the gourmet chef and entertaining. The laundry room, equipped with washer and dryer, is conveniently located next to the kitchen and master suite.

The spacious combined living room and dining area are separated by the original Arts & Crafts cabinets creating an ideal open space for entertaining. During cooler weather, turn on the beautiful gas fireplace with vintage Art Nouveau and Craftsman tiles and an oak mantel. The front sunroom is perfect for reading and relaxing. It opens onto a covered front porch with marble bistro table and chairs.

Come and spend your winter on the Cultural Coast in sunny Sarasota with its world-class beaches and rich cultural amenities.