Rare 1941 PECKY CYPRESS bungalow with metal roof on botanical garden like double lot in historic Indian Beach-Sapphire Shores neighborhood, west of trail. Two blocks to Indian Beach Park on beautiful Sarasota Bay for swimming sunsets or to drop in your kayak. Newer homes don't have this level of materials and craftsmanship. Unique 84-yr old home has no drywall: The floors, walls, ceilings and exterior was constructed from old-growth timber (the highest quality woods). Best of both worlds: charming, private and close to everything! It's 287 ft. to Ringing College of Art & Design, 1.5 miles to downtown, minutes to gulf beaches, world class dining, nightlife, comedy club, etc. USF, New College, Van Wezel Performing Arts Center and Ringling Art Museum are just down the street. This home sustained NO water or wind damage in Hurricane Milton. Parcel is approx. 13 ft. above mean sea level and home is elevated 2 ft. off the ground. 60+ stands of Kanapaha (aka Wong Chuk or Royal) bamboo act as wind breaks to protect home. This bamboo is hardy to -20 degrees, grows 60 ft. tall and is incredibly dense when mature. Coupled with existing bamboo/trees/privacy fencing, the home has very good protection from high winds. Vintage "jewel box" cottages are getting very difficult to find and very expensive. Walk across the street for authentic Cuban food, Pho, Italian, funky brew-pub, coffee shop, etc. Your new home in paradise awaits your touches. You'll love your charming, relaxing vintage home in eclectic, funky North Sarasota. Need to catch a flight? It's 1.6 miles to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Recent $5K fire-place renovation. Convenient 1 hour drive to Tampa/St. Pete. Why PECKY CYPRESS? Distinctive Aesthetic: It has natural, irregular pocketing or hollow streaks caused by a fungus that attacks the trees heartwood. This creates a weathered, textured look that gives homes a warm, old-world character; Durability & Rot Resistance - Cypress is naturally resistant to rot, moisture, and insects (especially cockroaches/termites), making it ideal for humid or wet environments like FL; Because of its resistance to decay, pecky cypress requires less upkeep compared to other wood types; It has Unique, High-End Appeal - Its not mass-produced like other woods, so it adds a custom, one-of-a-kind touch to homes, making them feel more luxurious and distinctive. WHY is it called a "JEWEL BOX"? The term is used to describe small, charming cottages that, despite their modest size, are rich in character and aesthetic appeal. They're compact containers that hold precious items—highlighting their status as treasured gems in the community. The moniker emphasizes the unique beauty and cherished status of these cottages, celebrating the architectural heritage of Southwest Florida. Another benefit of PECKY CYPRESS? This home has no cockroaches. Why? Cockroaches avoid pecky cypress because of the natural oils and resins that repel them. Also, unlike damp, decaying wood that cockroaches thrive in, pecky cypress is dry and resistant to rot, making it an unfavorable environment. Because of these qualities, pecky cypress was historically used for paneling, ceilings, and cabinetry in Florida homes, especially in places where people wanted a rustic look while keeping pests away.

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