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$5,950,000
6 Days On Site

749 FREELING DRIVE
SARASOTA, FL 34242

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
6,827
SqFt
$872
/SqFt
1997
Built
Subdivision:
BAY ISLAND SHORES
County:
Sarasota

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Experience coastal elegance and ultimate island living in this extraordinary gated waterfront estate, Casa della Fontana, the Fountain House. This home offers the ideal blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience on a tranquil street on Siesta Key's coveted north end. Just minutes from everything on and off the island, this residence is poised on a deep sailboat water bayou just off Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway. Enjoy a quick boat ride through Big Pass to the Gulf of Mexico, making it a haven for boating enthusiasts. The heart of this magnificent property is the great room, offering tranquil water views and a full balcony through French doors. This stunning space features soaring 20-foot beamed ceilings surrounded by a two-story library. A breathtaking gallery and loft overlook the dining area, complemented by custom hand-hewn wood trestles and iron railings from Tampa's renowned Vasquez Forge. Adding a touch of enchantment, a hidden wood-paneled staircase awaits discovery. The gourmand's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele appliances, exquisite quartzite countertops, a coffered ceiling, a spacious waterfront breakfast area, and a functional walk-in pantry. Hand-hewn beams incorporated throughout the house and lanai enhance the seamless blend of old-world charm. Retreat to the waterfront owner’s suite, featuring an expansive bedroom, two private balconies, two luxurious baths, a central walk-in shower with dual entries, and two walk-in closets. The private guest wing offers three bedrooms, three baths, two balconies, and private exterior access to the driveway, ensuring comfort and privacy for family and guests. The outdoor living space is an entertainer's dream, featuring a summer kitchen, heated pool, hot tub, and a 1,000-square-foot covered area with multiple seating spaces. Nearby, an additional pool-level guest suite, media-game room, and workshop offer a retreat for relaxation after a day on the water. Boating and fishing enthusiasts will relish the property's three exceptional boat lifts: a 10,000-pound lift, a davit lift, and a two-post lift, ideal for a small boat, kayak, or jet ski with docking space for a vessel up to 45 feet. The dock, complete with a fishing table and underwater lights, attracts a variety of marine life, including snook, Spanish mackerel, sheepshead, redfish, and juvenile tarpon. The oversized three-car garage is equipped with hurricane-rated doors, and a newly refinished natural stone paver driveway can accommodate up to 20 cars. This fabulous residence was meticulously transformed into a masterpiece through a two-year, million-dollar renovation where safety and structural integrity were essential. Built by the commercial builder Magnum Construction, the home has storm-resistant features such as concrete and rebar footings, and the main living level is at 16 feet elevation. The numerous upgrades include a new Spanish barrel tile roof, new paint, a pergola, redesigned landscaping and irrigation, new HVAC and duct systems, tankless water heaters, a pool and irrigation pump, a pool heater, Control4 home automation, a whole-house generator, and removable hurricane curtains. This remarkable residence is not just a home; it’s a lifestyle. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best of waterfront living on Siesta Key! Close to the world-famous white sands of Siesta Beach, Siesta Village, and vibrant downtown Sarasota's restaurants, shopping, museums, and entertainment.

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Price 
$5,950,000
Days On Site 
6 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
6,827 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.44 Acres
Year Built 
1997
MLS® Number 
A4632580
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$39,493.47
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
5 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
5 days agoStatus changed to Active
6 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.44
Attached Garage 
Yes
Direction Faces 
South
Disclosures 
Seller Property Disclosure
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
3
Green Energy Efficient 
ThermostatWater Heater
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
Circular DrivewayDrivewayGarage Faces SideAttached
Pets 
Yes
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security Gate
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Total 
9628
Stories 
Two
Utilities 
Natural Gas AvailableElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedUnderground UtilitiesWater Connected
Water Source 
PrivatePublicWell
Zoning 
RSF1
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalDryerGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorTankless Water HeaterTrash CompactorWasherWine Refrigerator
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasLiving Room
Flooring 
Ceramic TileWood
Heating 
CentralZoned
Interior 
ElevatorBuilt-in FeaturesCoffered Ceiling(s)Eat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsSmart HomeStone CountersVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Laundry Room
Spa 
Yes
Balcony/Porch/Lanai 
Dimensions - 44x42Level - First
Bedroom 2 
Dimensions - 14x11Level - Second
Bedroom 3 
Dimensions - 14x11Level - Second
Bedroom 4 
Dimensions - 42x44Level - Second
Dinette 
Dimensions - 13x9Level - Second
Dining Room 
Dimensions - 15x10Level - Second
Foyer 
Dimensions - 15x8Level - First
Great Room 
Dimensions - 29x20Level - Second
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 17x13Level - Second
Laundry 
Dimensions - 9x7Level - Second
Library 
Dimensions - 15x12Level - Second
Master Bathroom 
Dimensions - 14x13Level - SecondFeatures - Stone Counters
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 18x16Level - Second
Office 
Dimensions - 15x12Level - Second
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Concrete
Exterior 
BalconyLightingOutdoor KitchenDock
Fencing 
Fenced
Lot Features 
Waterfront
Other Structures 
OtherOutdoor Kitchen
Patio And Porch 
CoveredDeckEnclosedPatioScreened
Pool Features 
GuniteHeatedIn GroundScreen EnclosurePrivate
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Tile
Spa 
Yes
Spa Features 
HeatedIn Ground
View 
WaterPool
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
BAYOU TO SARASOTA BAY
Waterview 
WaterPool
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
MLS Area 
34242 - Sarasota/Crescent Beach/Siesta Key
Roads 
Paved
Township 
36S
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Phillippi Shores Elementary
Middle School
Brookside Middle
High School
Sarasota High
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