Behind iron gates, this extraordinary private waterfront estate spans 1.44 acres with 230 feet of west-facing Sarasota Bay frontage in coveted Harbor Acres. Designed by Wm. Thorning Little and custom built by Bruce Saba, it combines the presence and patina of a European estate with the comfort and technology of modern construction. Bespoke elements sourced from Europe include restored antique doors from the U.S. Embassy in Belgium, hand-carved cabinetry and doors, Antique French limestone and white-oak floors, hand-made clay roof tiles, and 14-foot ceilings with exquisite chandeliers. Living spaces, all three bedroom suites, and three covered terraces embrace sweeping bay views and spectacular sunsets. Courtyards are adorned with reflecting pools and Bill Barrett sculptures. A blue-glass tiled infinity-edge, saltwater pool and spa enhance the enclosed grounds. A Grand Palais La Cornue stove with drawers anchors the culinary kitchen. Two elevators, Hope custom windows and doors with hurricane glass, a whole house generator, and information on features too plentiful to mention are available upon request. There is ample room for a guest house with garages and two locations have been identified. Architects Wm. Thorning Little and Cliff Scholz have both presented conceptual drawings available to the buyer.
Property Details
Property Features Property Features
MLS ID: MFRA4705805 Year Built: 2010
Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed Appliances: Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System
Architectural Style: French Provincial Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
Cooling: Central Air, Humidity Control, Zoned Country: US
County Or Parish: Sarasota Direction Faces: Southeast
Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Non Wood Burning, Primary Bedroom
Flooring: Brick, Marble, Wood Foundation Details: Stem Wall
Furnished: Partially Heating: Central, Electric, Propane, Zoned
Laundry Features: Laundry Room Levels: One
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, Oversized Lot, Private
Occupant Type: Owner Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment, Generator
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Pool Features: In Ground, Infinity, Lighting, Pool Sweep, Salt Water, Self Cleaning, Tile Possession: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable
Property Condition: Completed Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt Roof: Tile
Security Features: Secured Garage/Parking, Security Gate Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Requirements: Appointment Only, Gate Code Required, No Lockbox, ShowingTime Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
Special Listing Conditions: None Standard Status: Active
State Or Province: FL Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping View: City, Pool, Water
Water Source: Public Waterfront Features: Bay/Harbor
Rooms Rooms
Primary Bedroom: 25x21 ft Bedroom 2: 17x17 ft
Bedroom 3: 17x17 ft Living Room: 30x22 ft
Dining Room: 21x14 ft Great Room: 23x30 ft
Kitchen: 20x19 ft Office: 22x17 ft
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