4521 Bay Shore Road, SARASOTA, FL

$4,000,000

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4

Beds

5

Baths

3,801

Square feet

1.20

Acres

About 4521 Bay Shore Road

This storied waterfront estate occupies a 1.24-acre lot within the largest contiguous parcel on the Gulf Coast, a magnificent private park with a majestic landscape and vistas on par with Selby Gardens and the grounds of the nearby Ringling Museum. Renowned for its historical significance and stately Southern Colonial architecture, the Earle House presents a rare restoration opportunity to customize modern luxury with the provenance and style of old-world elegance. Encompassing both a two-story primary home and separate garage and guest house, the estate offers spacious accommodations for enjoyment as a seasonal retreat or year-round residence. Priced with consideration for renovations, this property is both comfortably livable and poised for thorough personalization. Distinguished by a double-height colonnade and beautiful brick exterior, the 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home boasts original classical features throughout, including wood paneling and crown moulding, hardwood floors, fluted balusters, gas fireplaces, large chandeliers, stained glass transom, double-hung windows, and French doors. Built in 1927 and renovated to modern standards in the 90s with additional projects in following years, the home’s upgrades include a waterfront saltwater pool, elevator, walk-in showers, and top-line appliances. Flanked by leaded glass window panels, the south-facing main entry opens to a grand foyer that leads on one side to the dining room and on the other to the waterfront great room and adjoining solarium. Awash in natural light from both south- and north-facing windows, the great room is anchored by a large central fireplace with granite hearth and an ornately carved mantle, with access at one end to a private wood-clad den with powder bath. Subtly partitioned from the great room by a coffered beam, the adjacent solarium seamlessly extends the main living space and spectacular vistas with a surround of oversized windows and double doors that open to the pool terrace and waterfront lawn. On the east side of the main floor, the foyer opens to the spacious dining room with two original arched door corner cupboards and a well-appointed wet bar that adds ample storage as well as additional under-counter refrigeration and dedicated beverage cooler. Beyond the dining room, a breakfast nook opens to the roomy kitchen. Upstairs, a spacious landing leads to three large bedrooms, each with incredible views. To the right, a private alcove with elevator access leads to the western-facing primary suite with a massive brightly lit bedroom, walk-in closet with custom built-in wardrobe system, and a marble-clad bathroom with oversized vanity and walk-in shower. On the other side of the landing, two additional bedrooms offer generous layouts. The history of the Earle House is integral to Sarasota’s early 20th-century development, dating to the formation of the Indian Beach community with the sale of magnificent waterfront homes to affluent families from across the United States. This remarkable estate, enviably near the Ringling Museum and Asolo Theatre, stands on an indescribable piece of land with more than 130 feet of private waterfront, winding paths, and a palm grove complementing the lush tropical landscape. With adjacent parcels available by separate offer, this is an opportunity to acquire the largest acreage on the Gulf Coast, rich in architectural history and unmatched in natural beauty.

Features of 4521 Bay Shore Road

MLS® # A4611837
Price $4,000,000
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 5.00
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Square Footage 3,801
Acres 1.20
Year Built 1929
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Style Colonial
Status Active

Community Information

Address 4521 Bay Shore Road
Area Sarasota
Subdivision INDIAN BEACH MAP OF
City SARASOTA
County Sarasota
State FL
Zip Code 34234

Amenities

Parking Circular Driveway, Driveway
# of Garages 2
View Water
Is Waterfront Yes
Waterfront Bay/Harbor
Has Pool Yes

Interior

Interior Features Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Elevator, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Appliances Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
Fireplaces Gas

Exterior

Exterior Features French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting
Lot Description FloodZone
Roof Shingle
Foundation Slab

School Information

Elementary Emma E. Booker Elementary
Middle Booker Middle
High Booker High

Additional Information

Date Listed June 5th, 2024
Days on Market 223
Zoning RSFE
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

OfficeDOUGLAS ELLIMAN

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