Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Sarasota
Listing Price: $4,650,000
Description of Property
Tucked away in a tranquil waterfront sanctuary a short stroll from Lido Beach and upscale dining and shopping in St. Armand's Circle, this one-of-a-kind Sarasota School of Architecture design home offers a split plan with two luxurious primary suites. Situated on a .39-acre canal-front lot, the home offers boasts expansive glass walls, flourishing tropical gardens and unparalleled privacy. Built in 1952, the Lido Key residence underwent a series of thoughtful renovations, transforming it from a midcentury-modern ranch-style house into a Sarasota School of Architecture masterpiece, honored with a Florida AIA Design Award in 2022. The stylish nearly 2,600-square-foot home flawlessly blends cherished historic elements with modern luxuries. The design evolution began after the home’s purchase in 1989, with the current owner orchestrating three major renovations over the next 30-plus years. The remodels accentuated the home’s original Sarasota School elements, including a flat roof, large sliding glass and screen doors, wide overhangs, beamed ceilings and terrazzo flooring.. Among other vintage features are built-in storage cubicles and a roll-up pass-through window from the kitchen to lanai. Mahogany cabinetry and built-ins throughout add an air of sophistication. The first renovation included the addition of a floating entrance canopy roof, kitchen and bath updates, and conversion of the carport into a two-car garage with plentiful storage and Japanese-style white glass windows. A second remodel added meticulously designed front and rear courtyard gardens and additional living/dining room windows for enjoying the scenery, aligning with the Sarasota School’s philosophy of integrating interior and exterior spaces. A wall of glass sliders opens to the lanai, featuring a built-in Artisan grill and sliding screen doors to the backyard’s pool, verdant gardens, spa, fire pit and sculptures. Towering sea grapes conceal the property from the street and bamboo ensures privacy from neighbors on both sides. Beyond dense waterside mangroves and coconut palms is a deep water boat dock with a lift for cruising to nearby Sarasota Bay and the Gulf. The most recent renovation, finished in 2021, converted the home into a versatile split plan with the addition of an private guest wing alternative primary or guest suite, which includes a room divider with book cases, well-appointed wet bar, full bath, remote control operated museum shades and indoor/outdoor shower. Terrazzo floors, a beamed ceiling grid and glass walls on two sides overlook lush greenery, mirroring the overall aesthetic of the home. The opposite end of the house encompasses the original primary suite: a bedroom with stunning backyard views, full bath and closet; a luxurious adjacent office with a built-in mahogany desk and plentiful display shelving; a guest bedroom with, full en suite bath; and a den with grooved plywood paneling, custom bookshelves and a walk-in closet. The den could easily become a fourth bedroom, and separate full bath with original tiles, exposed brick and clerestory windows is just across the hall. Important updates include Miami-Dade rated hurricane windows and doors along with a newer whole house generator. Experience an unsurpassed living experience in this distinctive architectural home next to pristine beaches and St. Armand's Circle.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Sarasota
County: Sarasota
Subdivision: Lido Beach
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Sq. Ft. Gross: 3,574
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 2,583
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $1,800
Year built: 1952
Annual Tax: $13,889
HOA Fee: $30 Annually
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Realtor for more details.
Interior Features:
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Open Floorplan
- Skylight(s)
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Stone Counters
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wet Bar
Appliances:
- Bar Fridge
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Wine Refrigerator
Accessibility Features:
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Window Features:
- Impact Glass/Storm Windows
- Shades
- Shutters
Additional Rooms:
- Den/Library/Office
- Family Room
- Florida Room
- Formal Living Room Separate
- Great Room
- Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry
- Media Room
- Storage Rooms
Ceiling Type:
Flooring:
- Carpet
- Terrazzo
- Tile
Schools
Elementary School: Southside Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: Booker Middle
High School: Sarasota High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features: In Ground, Lighting
Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Canal - Freshwater
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type: Canal - Freshwater
Water View: Canal
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
Construction: Concrete
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Membrane
- Courtyard
- Garden
- Hurricane Shutters
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Shower
- Private Mailbox
- Rain Gutters
- Shade Shutter(s)
- Sliding Doors
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered
- Driveway
- Ground Level
- Off Street
Floors Total: 1
Floors in Unit: One
- Central Air
- Mini-Split Unit(s)
- Zoned
Heating & Fuel: Natural Gas
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features:
- Enclosed
- Front Porch
- Patio
- Porch
- Rear Porch
- Screened
Security Features:
Other Structures:
View:
- Garden
- Pool
- Water
Fencing:
Utilities:
- Electricity Connected
- Natural Gas Connected
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features:
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required
Lot Size (acres): 0.39
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 16,888 square feet
Front Exposure: Southwest
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional
Parcel Number: 2015160010
Zoning: RSF2
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: LOTS 32 & 33 BLK 50 LIDO BEACH DIV B SUB OF BLKS 50 57 59 THRU 63 PLAT 3 JOHN RINGLING ESTATES INC
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