5 ACRES. GLORIOUS BARN. UPDATED HOME. ROUND PEN. GATED. Savor pure country and wide-open spaces at Englewood Farms, just minutes from crystal blue waters and white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, and nature trails of the Myakka State Forest. Englewood Farms offers the singular opportunity to enjoy an equestrian lifestyle amid the unparalleled beauty of Florida's natural coastal plain. Country-style properties include a minimum of five-acre tracts. Miles of bridle/walk paths through the Myakka State Park will provide endless opportunities to enjoy nature. After a day of enjoyment on the acreage, retreat to the remodeled and welcoming home. This home features high, two-story ceilings in the living room and kitchen. The kitchen has been updated. The great room consists of the kitchen, living room and dining rooms- all open floor plan. The living room has wood floors with high dormer windows to allow natural light to penetrate the common space. The updated kitchen features a large center island, laminate counter tops, stainless steel range, black refrigerator, dishwasher, and tile floors. The interior laundry room is located on the first floor. The first-floor master has high ceilings, skylight, and an en-suite master bathroom with walk-in shower. The second story loft is open to the lower level, with a walk-in closet and dormer windows. This loft space could be enclosed to create an oversized second bedroom. A second story bathroom may also be added. The first-floor guest bathroom has a tub/shower combo. The house has been resided, new HVAC and updated electrical service. Experience the quality and beauty of this glorious barn. Keeping your horses safe is a number one priority and this property will give you peace of mind. The Kentucky style barn is 90' long by 45' wide and allows for eight 12x14 custom European stalls with cypress wood and beams, as well as all the amenities a high-end barn should offer. Built to the current hurricane standards. Insulated tongue and grove cypress ceiling with four big fans. Separate air-conditioned tack, feed and laundry room plus custom living space. Two covered wash areas and a designated grooming space. Covered relaxation porch for sitting in front of the barn. Metal roof. Hurricane shuttered roll down doors. Property features beautiful fencing around the perimeter. Over 100 truckloads of backfill to keep the barn high and dry. Eight potential 12 X 14 stalls; currently there are four 12x14 stalls, and an additional two double stalls with a total of six current stalls configured. It is built for eight stalls; the next owner would need to order two new walls to separate the two oversized, double stalls. The barn features a beautiful apartment with a shower, kitchen, large bedroom with vaulted ceilings; perfect for an employee, working student, or in-laws. The walkway is made of concrete with a soft paver overlay. The tack room is large and upscale. The oversized laundry room, with washer, dryer and refrigerator, is superior to many single-family homes. There is a round pen and large paddocks for ample room and configuration options. Barn features include metal roof, security cameras, fire alarms, hurricane shutters and windows. The perfect blend of nature, country and beach lifestyle. Call now for a private showing. Copy and paste the following link to your web browser to watch the luxury video. http://player.vimeo.com/video/541259174