8218 SANDERLING ROAD Under contract-accepting backup offers. Imagine your very own resort-like estate in the heart of the most sought after community in all of Sarasota!  Sanderling Club is nestled on the south end of the world renown barrier island of Siesta Key.  This ultimate beachfront experience is the true definition of living in paradise.  This property offers the most exquisite home on almost 4.5 acres with over 300 feet of beachfront.  The primary residence with over 8, 600 square feet of living space is ideally positioned, capturing the amber skyline and emerald green waterways of the Gulf of Mexico from every angle.  The interior design of this magnificent home is perfect for entertaining with the main living areas and spacious dining room facing the west to enjoy Southwest Florida sunsets every evening.   The custom kitchen features Rutt cabinetry, a large island with plenty of seating, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, gorgeous marble countertops accented by brushed gold hardware creating an elegant experience in the heart of the home. The family room creates a warm inviting feeling as soon as you enter the space.  The attention to detail throughout including custom moulding, built in shelving, views of mature tropical foliage, and the sparkling pool create such an incredible ambiance and place to create many fond experiences with family and friends.  The home office, only accessed through a secret hidden door, makes working from home a pleasure.  This property is meticulously well maintained with many recent updates to the main house including: brand new roof installed in 2023, new custom kitchen, beautifully renovated bathrooms, new engineered walnut flooring throughout, elegant marble flooring, custom wood millwork, a butler’s kitchen, LED lighting throughout, newer HVAC systems and ductwork, elevator, exterior patio railings, gated entry, Smart Home Wi-Fi enabled automation, and brand new hurricane impact window and doors installed in 2023.  The private owner's suite is on one level featuring a spa-like bathroom with tranquil water views.  The suite offers a private waterfront terrace and dual custom closets. The two guest suites also offer breathtaking views.  The lower level features another full service kitchen, an additional guest space or gym, two full bathrooms, a steam room, a sauna, an expansive garage, and additional storage room.  The second kitchen is easily accessible to the salt water pool and spa, a lighted tiki hut, outdoor fire pit, tennis courts, and a new paved drive space.  The guest house with over 2, 300 square feet of living space was built in 2007 and is a kayaker's dream located on Heron Lagoon with 316 ft of waterfront .  With an open great room plan and high ceilings your guests will feel like they are in a tropical oasis. The guest house has a full kitchen, 2 en-suite, bedrooms, a large screened in terrace, and a large deck leading out to the boat dock.  The dock is ideal for launching your kayak or canoe.  Relax and simply sit on the dock and enjoy the sounds of birds chirping and the sound of palm trees swaying in the wind.  This estate is within the guarded & gated community of Sanderling Club. The community offers amenities such as:  a beach club, tennis and pickleball courts, Paul Rudolph-designed beach cabanas, playground, and dockage on the bay.