Melissa’s Hope is a custom barndominium-style home built by Homes by Laura, Inc. and a 2026 Parade of Homes Winner. Designed to blend everyday comfort, equestrian functionality, and long-term flexibility, the main level features an open great room, kitchen, walk-in pantry, office, primary suite, two guest bedrooms, and an expansive porch.
A drive-through breezeway, tack and feed room, and three stalls create a seamless connection between the home and outdoor living. Upstairs, a private two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, living room, bathroom, and generous closet space offers flexibility for guests, extended family, or multigenerational living.
Located on 5.86 acres in the wonderful, peaceful community of Winding Creek. Within the community, Winding Trails Ranch often hosts barrel races and other events. Far enough away from the crowded city life and only an hour drive down state road 64 to Anna Maria Island Beach. This lifestyle is one you will quickly fall in love with.
Listing Snapshot
Inside Area (SqFt)
3,973 sqft
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$42.5 monthly
Recent Activity
| 2 days ago | | Listing updated with changes from the MLS® |
| 2 days ago | | Status changed to Active |
| a month ago | | Listing first seen on site |
General Features
Parking
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces SideParking PadAttached
Property Condition
New Construction
Utilities
Cable AvailableCable ConnectedElectricity AvailableElectricity ConnectedUnderground UtilitiesWater AvailableWater Connected
Interior Features
Appliances
CooktopDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRangeRange HoodRefrigeratorTankless Water HeaterWasherWater Softener
Fireplace Features
Electric
Interior
Crown MoldingEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsOpen FloorplanVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer HookupInsideLaundry RoomWasher Hookup
Window Features
Double Pane WindowsENERGY STAR Qualified WindowsInsulated WindowsStorm Window(s)
Balcony/Porch/Lanai
Dimensions - 50x12Level - First
Bathroom 2
Dimensions - 5.5x10.5Level - First
Bathroom 3
Dimensions - 14x9Level - Second
Bedroom 2
Dimensions - 12x14Level - First
Bedroom 3
Dimensions - 11x14Level - First
Bedroom 4
Dimensions - 12x17Level - Second
Bedroom 5
Dimensions - 12x16Level - Second
Great Room
Dimensions - 19x19Level - First
Kitchen
Dimensions - 13x19Level - First
Laundry
Dimensions - 11x8.5Level - First
Master Bathroom
Dimensions - 17x8.5Level - First
Master Bedroom
Dimensions - 14x14Level - First
Office
Dimensions - 10x14Level - First
Exterior Features
Construction Details
Frame
Exterior
Outdoor ShowerRain Gutters
Lot Features
WoodedClearedCorner LotCul-De-SacFarmLandscapedLevelPavedWaterfront
Patio And Porch
CoveredFront PorchPorchWrap Around
View
PondWaterTrees/Woods
Waterview
PondWaterTrees/Woods
Windows/Doors
Double Pane WindowsENERGY STAR Qualified WindowsInsulated WindowsStorm Window(s)
Community Features
HOA Fee Frequency
Annually
MLS Area
34251 - Myakka City
Schools
Elementary SchoolMyakka City Elementary
Middle SchoolBuffalo Creek Middle
High SchoolParrish Community High
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Last checked: 2026-08-03 01:31 PM EDT
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