The Fountain House at 749 Freeling Dr

Location: 749 Freeling Dr, SIESTA KEY, FL 34242
Price: $7,995,000
Square footage:  6,827 Sq Ft
Property size: 0.44 Acres
Bedrooms:  4
Bathrooms: 5.5
Realtor / Broker:  Lee Mirman of INVESTMENTS IN SARASOTA
Contact information
Email:  lisa@investmentsinsarasota.com
Phone: 941-587-0740
Office Location:  15 Paradise Plaza #189 Sarasota FL 34239

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The incomparable Casa della Fontana…The Fountain House… sits along 125’ of Siesta Key’s Riviera. It can accommodate up to a 60’ yacht in this protected, deep-water basin with direct access to the Intracoastal and Gulf of Mexico. This gated, European styled mansion is built like a fortress, lavished with the highest end finishes, and equipped with state-of-the-art systems.

The property recently underwent a major renovation. The original kitchen was gutted to make way for the Mediterranean-style kitchen with top-of-the-line Wolff, Sub-Zero, and Miele appliances, high-end quartzite counters, and a coffered ceiling. The center of this home was converted into a one-of-a-kind great room and alder-wood library reminiscent of famous English manors.

On one side, the gallery soars from floor to ceiling, and on the other side, a cozy loft library/study frames the space. Custom trestles, designed to create a rustic feel, replaced the original plain ones, and the Vasquez Forge in Tampa crafted the custom iron railings. Ceiling beams were installed throughout the house and lanai to tie in the majestic aesthetic.

New HVAC and duct systems (there are four total systems with six zones), Rinnai tankless water heater, Control 4 home automation, Cloplay Proseries hurricane garage doors (3-Cars), removable hurricane curtains, and a whole-house Generac generator (powered by natural gas) were installed. The summer kitchen was also created, and the entire lanai deck and driveway were resurfaced with beautiful stonework and pavers.

The waterfront was improved with a 10,000 lb boat lift, underwater lights, and a kayak lift. There is even a secret staircase created to access the gallery and disguised storage areas for your valuables. This custom home was built by Magnum Builders, the commercial-grade construction is of the absolute highest caliber featuring 75+ concrete pilings beneath the foundation that are tied to special footers reinforced with concrete and steel.

The layout of this estate permits multiple generations to live comfortably, enjoying plenty of common spaces. There is an entire guest wing with separate entry to the property. This estate is an entertainer’s dream. The courtyard alone accommodates up to 20 cars. There are over 1000 square feet of outdoor space around the heated pool and spa.

The screened-in, two-story lanai lets you open all the doors and sliders on both the ground and main living level to enjoy the Florida indoor/outdoor living experience. There is an expansive media and game room complete with pool table and darts. A barrel tiled, two-piece roof has trusses incorporating embedded straps. The house includes an Inclinator Residential Elevator.

For those that want the ultimate boating lifestyle, you are literally moments away from the beautiful Intracoastal waters and bay estuary that is a habitat for dolphins and manatees. You are less than a nautical mile away from Big Pass, the gateway from Sarasota Bay to the open water of the Gulf of Mexico where you can anchor on the local sandbar and take in the dramatic sunsets.

There are numerous restaurants directly accessible by boat. It is an easy bike ride to Siesta Key Village. All this while being within minutes from the world-famous Siesta Key beach, and the arts, culture, and entertainment that defines Sarasota.

Property Details for 749 Freeling Dr

Parking

• Parking Information
• Garage Dimensions: 43×22
• Garage Spaces: 3
• Has Attached Garage
• Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information

• # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

• # of Full Baths (Total): 5
• # of Half Baths (Total): 1

Laundry Room Information

• Laundry Features: Laundry Room

Other Rooms Information

• Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office, Formal Dining Room Separate, Inside Utility, Loft, Storage Rooms
• # of Rooms: 7

Fireplace Information

• Has Fireplace
• Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room

Heating & Cooling

• Heating Information: Central, Zoned
• Cooling Information: Central Air

Interior Features

• Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Central Vaccum, Coffered Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
• Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
• Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Vinyl, Wood

Exterior

Building Information

• Construction Materials: Concrete
• Roof: Tile

Exterior Features

• Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Screened
• Exterior Features: Balcony, Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Sliding Doors

Pool Information

• Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
• Has Private Pool
• Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Screen Enclosure
• Has Spa

Property Features

• Universal Property Id: US-12115-N-2019160001-R-N

Waterfront Information

• On Waterfront
• Waterfront Features: Bayou
• Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY
• Waterfront Feet Total: 125
• Water Frontage Feet Bayou: 125
• Water View Y/N: 1
• Water View Description: Bay/Harbor – Partial, Bayou, Intracoastal Waterway
• Water Access Y/N: 1
• Water Access Description: Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway
• Water Extras Y/N: 1
• Water Extras Description: Bridges – No Fixed Bridges, Davits, Dock – Composite, Dock w/Electric, Dock w/Water Supply, Fishing Pier, Lift, Sailboat Water

Farm Information

• Number Of Wells: 1

Property Information

• CDD Y/N: 0
• Homestead Y/N: 1
• Other Equipment: Generator
• Property Type: Residential
• Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
• Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
• Zoning: RSF1

Land Information

• Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
• Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2

Lot Information

• Lot Features: Flood Zone, City Limits, Street Dead-End
• Lot Size Acres: 0.44
• Road Surface Type: Paved
• Lot Size Square Meters: 1782

Building Information

• MFR Building Area Total Srch SqM: 894.47

Financial

Tax Information

• Tax Annual Amount: $37,059
• Tax Year: 2022

Lease / Rent Details

• Lease Restrictions YN: 1

Utilities

Utility Information

• Water Source: Public, Well
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Utilities: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
• Additional Water Information: Deep water boating. Up to one 60 foot boat or multiple smaller ones. Kayak/Paddleboard lift.

Location

Multi-Family Financial Information

• Total Annual Fees: 0.00
• Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Multi-Unit Information

• Unit Number YN: 0

HOA Information

• MFR_Association2YN: 0
• Association Approval Required Y/N: 0

School Information

• Elementary School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
• Middle Or Junior High School: Brookside Middle
• High School: Sarasota High

Location Information

• Directions: From I-75 Take Exit 207 Bee Ridge Road. Go West. In several miles Bee Ridge Road will make a sharp curve to the right (there will be a Publix Market on your right side). Continue 1000 feet until Siesta Drive. Make left/go west onto Siesta Drive (Shell Station on NW Corner.) Proceed west over the north Siesta Key Bridge (Siesta Drive). Head west over the bridge and onto the island. Make left turn onto Flamingo Avenue. Make first left onto Freeling Drive. Proceed slowly to 749 Freeling.

Other

Miscellaneous Information

• Third Party YN: 1

Listing Information

• Attribution Contact: 941-894-6059
• Buyer Agency Compensation: 2.75
• Transaction Broker Compensation: 2.75

Listing Date Information

• Status Contractual Search Date: 2022-12-14

Listing Price Information

• Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 1171.09

Green Information

• Green Verification Count: 0
• Direction Faces: South
• Green Indoor Air Quality: Whole House Vacuum System
• Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat, Water Heater

Home Information

• Living Area: 6827
• Living Area Units: Square Feet
• Living Area Source: Public Records
• Living Area Meters: 634.25
• Building Area Total: 9628
• Building Area Units: Square Feet
• Building Area Source: Public Records
• Foundation Details: Block, Stilt/On Piling
• Builder Name: Magnum Builders
• Stories Total: 2
• Levels: Two

Information For Agents

• Non Rep Compensation: 1%