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$14,950,000 | 5 beds | 6 full baths | 1 half baths | 7,817 sqft
Sarasota, FL 34236
- 5Beds
- 7.00Total Baths
- 6 Full, 1 HalfBaths
- 7,817SqFt
- 1936Year Built
- 0.69Acres
- MLS# A4661401
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market9 months, 26 days
- Area34236 - Sarasota
- CountySarasota
- Subdivision Saint Armands Div John Ringling Estates
Overview
Timeless Elegance, Effortless Living where HISTORY Meets MODERN LUXURY @ ""Casa del Carnevale,"" an exquisite waterfront estate, situated in the prestigious St. Armands Key, the neighborhood of John Ringling Estates. This home seamlessly blends history with modern luxury, offering views of the Sarasota Waterway and Bay with a historic designation. Casa del Carnevale presents a rare opportunity to own an esteemed historical property. Offered for only the fifth time in its storied history, this exceptional estate combines Old World architectural charm with contemporary opulence. The home underwent an extensive renovation, with meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship, utilizing top-tier materials and artisanship. Expanded from 4,000 to nearly 10,000 sq. ft. under roof, and featuring over 7,800 sq. f.t of air-conditioned space, Casa del Carnevale preserves its original charm while offering a reimagined layout that exceeds modern luxury standards. Set on three sprawling lots, 30,000+ square feet, the estate boasts 171 feet of waterfrontage, a private dock lift, a floating lift for jet skis and kayaks, and breathtaking views of Sarasota Waterway. The lush, meticulously designed tropical landscaping creates a private oasis that feels like you are walking in Selby Gardens on St. Armands. The residence includes five bedrooms and six and a half baths across two spacious levels with an elevator. Multiple terraces provide perfect outdoor retreats and entertaining areas, all complemented by stunning garden water vistas, a central courtyard, and an elegant 65' saltwater pool and spa with arched spraying fountains and iridescent glass tiles. Other luxury features include a three-car garage, elevator, nannys quarters, walk-in wine room, billiards room, office, and custom impact-glass arched windows designed to maximize unobstructed views. The chefs kitchen boasts premium finishes, top-of-the-line appliances, a 5-Star La Cornue range and hood from France, featuring gas or electric ovens (kitchen art). Sub-Zero refrigerators, a Bosch dishwasher, a Miele microwave, a Miele built-in coffee machine, a stand-alone beverage refrigerator, and a stand-alone ice maker. Throughout the home, exposed beams, warm wood tones, natural stone, custom ironwork, Pecky Cypress wood throughout, and curated artwork create an inviting, sophisticated atmosphere. Offering furniture (negotiable under separate contract), and instant enjoyment to create everlasting memories, Casa del Carnevale is a rare and exquisite blend of history, elegance, and modern comfort on one of Sarasotas most coveted waterfront estates. EASY TO SHOW. CASA DEL CARNEVALE IS A MUST-SEE IN PERSON TO FULLY APPRECIATE.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Sidewalks
Pets Allowed: CatsOk, DogsOk
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 7.00
Fullbaths: 6
Building Info
Window Features: WindowTreatments
Roof: Tile
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Style: Custom, Florida, HistoricAntique, SpanishMediterranean
Pool Features: Heated, InGround, Lap, OutsideBathAccess, SaltWater
Patio: Covered, Patio, Porch, Balcony
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: Awnings, Balcony, Lighting, OutdoorShower, StormSecurityShutters
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $17,500,000
Disclosures: FloodPlainDisclosure
Fencing: Fenced
Garage / Parking
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, GarageDoorOpener, Oversized, GarageFacesSide
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Fireplace Desc: LivingRoom, WoodBurning
Fireplace: Yes
Floors: ReclaimedWood, Tile, Travertine, Wood
Levels: Two
Spa: Yes
Laundry Features: LaundryRoom
Interior Features: BuiltInFeatures, Elevator, HighCeilings, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, StoneCounters, VaultedCeilings, WalkInClosets, WoodCabinets, WindowTreatments, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, SeparateFormalLivingRoom
Appliances: BuiltInOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, Freezer, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, RangeHood, WaterSoftener, WaterPurifier, Washer
Spa Features: Heated, InGround
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From downtown Sarasota, head west on John Ringling Blvd. Turn Left onto S. Washington Drive. Home is on the left.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.69
Lot Sqft: 30,114
Vegetation: FruitTrees, PartiallyWooded
Lot Desc: CityLot, FloodZone, OversizedLot, Landscaped
Misc
Other
Equipment: IrrigationEquipment
Special Conditions: None
Security Features: SecuritySystem, SecurityGate, SmokeDetectors, SecurityLights
Other Rooms Info
Property Info
Section: 26
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Construction Materials: Block
Stories: 2
Total Stories: 2
Foundation: StemWall
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 10
Sqft Info
Sqft: 7,817
Bulding Area Sqft: 10,026
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,025
Tax Lot: 4
Tax Legal Description: LOTS 4 5 & 6 BLK 16 ST ARMANDS DIV
Tax Block: 16
Tax Annual Amount: 158866
Tax Book Number: 2-30
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Zoned
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: CentralAir, Zoned
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableConnected, ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Features: BayAccess, BeachAccess, Bayfront, GulfAccess
View: Yes
Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY
View: Bay, Water
Directions
From downtown Sarasota, head west on John Ringling Blvd. Turn Left onto S. Washington Drive. Home is on the left.This listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
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MLS# A4661401 located at 139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida is brought to you by David Shippey REALTOR®
139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida has 5 Beds, 6 Full Bath, and 1 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida is A4661401.
The price for 139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida is $14,950,000.
The status of 139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Saint Armands Div John Ringling Estates.
The home located at 139 S Washington Drive, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2026.