8261 Grande Shores Drive Sarasota Florida | Home for Sale
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Sarasota, FL 34240
- 3Beds
- 3.00Total Baths
- 3 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 2,892SqFt
- 2019Year Built
- 0.29Acres
- MLS# A4637232
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market5 months, 29 days
- Area34240 - Sarasota
- CountySarasota
- Subdivision Lakehouse Cove/waterside Ph 1
Overview
Exquisite Lakehouse Cove Estate in Waterside, Lakewood Ranch. Experience unparalleled luxury in this designer-inspired, 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, where high-end finishes and thoughtful upgrades redefine elegance. Nestled on one of the widest, private preserve lots, this stunning single-story residence offers 2,892 sq. ft. of impeccably designed and maintained living space. From the moment you step inside, sophisticated details captivatethe expansive, white porcelain, high-polish, tile floor; silk wallpaper; Venetian plaster built-ins and walls; and tray ceilings added to the foyer, living room, dining room, and primary bedroom (all prewired to add lighting if desired) to enhance the ambiance. A large dining area boasts a stunning, ultramodern fixture and an oversized, framed, backlit mirror mounted on custom stonework. High-end designer light fixtures and automatic Hunter Douglas motorized shades throughout seamlessly blend convenience with style; while premium, Cambria quartz countertops, a custom kitchen backsplash, extended cabinetry, GE Monogram appliances, and a bespoke breakfast nook with built-in benches and expansive picture windows elevate the gourmet kitchen. A custom Sapele mahogany door with hand-carved glass adds an elegant, artisan touch and beautifully frames the entrance to the den/office with interior lighted, custom shelving and back-mirrored quartz bar top and cabinets. Down the hallway is a bonus work station and a bright and cheery, fully equipped laundry room. Outdoors, indulge in resort-style living with an oversized saltwater, architectural pool and luxurious spa, and water features framed by an expansive, travertine deck and travertine-covered lanai columns with classic lighting. Entertain effortlessly with an outdoor kitchen that includes a built-in grill and sink, serving bar, Perlick refrigerator, granite countertops, and extra cabinets. Complete with interior cage lighting, exterior lighting and underground drainage, the professional, lush landscaping ensures privacy and beauty year-round. Beyond aesthetics, this home is designed for modern comfort, security, and peace of mindimpact windows and doors, a whole-house generator and surge protector, Safehouse security cameras (6 exterior, 1 interior), and SMART technology controlling windows, lighting, pool, and alarm systems. Additional luxuries include: custom California Closets, a spacious, walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling tile and dual shower heads in primary suite; custom built-in closets in secondary bedrooms and all pantries; extended-height 9 sliders for seamless indoor-outdoor flow; custom lighted mirrors and upgraded tile borders in all baths; and protective film on all windows and doors adds extra layers of UV furniture protection and heat mitigation. The 3rd full bathroom is easily accessible from both the kitchen and the lanai. The oversized garage includes epoxy flooring and custom storage cabinets, and tucked behind the third car garage door is a fully temperature-controlled, large bonus room ideal for a fitness studio, office, media room, or storage and is even equipped with a Kevlar hurricane screen. Set in the prestigious Lakehouse Cove community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities: a clubhouse, pickleball courts, fitness center, pool and spa, and a resident exclusive is a marina with a water taxi to Waterside Place. With seven lakes, nature trails, and 20 acres of pristine shoreline, this is Florida living at its finest.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Clubhouse, CommunityMailbox, DogPark, Fitness, Lake, Playground, Park, Pool, RecreationArea, Sidewalks
Pets Allowed: CatsOk, DogsOk, NumberLimit, Yes
Senior Community: No
Hoa Frequency Rate: 1146
Association: Yes
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, FitnessCenter, Pickleball, Trails
Hoa Fees Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: AssociationManagement, CommonAreas, MaintenanceGrounds, Pools, RecreationFacilities, ReserveFund, Taxes
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 3.00
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, StormWindows, WindowTreatments
Roof: Tile
Builder: Homes By Towne
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Style: Florida
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, InGround, ScreenEnclosure, SaltWater, Community
Patio: Covered, Screened
Pool Private: Yes
Exterior Features: SprinklerIrrigation, Lighting, OutdoorGrill, OutdoorKitchen
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $1,600,000
Disclosures: CovenantsRestrictionsDisclosure
Garage / Parking
Open Parking: No
Attached Garage: Yes
Garage: Yes
Carport: No
Green / Env Info
Green Water Conservation: WaterRecycling
Interior Features
Fireplace: No
Floors: Carpet, Tile
Levels: One
Spa: Yes
Laundry Features: GasDryerHookup, Inside, LaundryRoom
Interior Features: BuiltInFeatures, TrayCeilings, CeilingFans, CrownMolding, EatInKitchen, HighCeilings, KitchenFamilyRoomCombo, MainLevelPrimary, OpenFloorplan, StoneCounters, SolidSurfaceCounters, WalkInClosets, WoodCabinets, WindowTreatments, Attic
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, RangeHood, TanklessWaterHeater, WineRefrigerator, Washer
Spa Features: Heated, InGround
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: I-75 to exit 213, go east on University Pkwy, turn right on Lorraine Rd, turn right on Waterway Blvd, turn right on Grande Shores Dr.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.29
Lot Sqft: 12,820
Vegetation: PartiallyWooded
Lot Desc: OutsideCityLimits, Landscaped
Misc
Builder Model: Outrigger
Other
Special Conditions: None
Other Rooms Info
Property Info
Section: 10
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition: NewConstruction
Property Attached: No
New Construction: No
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
Stories: 1
Foundation: Slab
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 9
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2,892
Bulding Area Sqft: 4,245
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: Owner
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,024
Tax Lot: 96
Tax Other Annual Asmnt: 2,050
Tax Legal Description: LOT 96, LAKEHOUSE COVE AT WATERSIDE PH 1A & 1B, PB 51 PG 55-80
Tax Block: 1
Tax Annual Amount: 10251
Tax Book Number: 51-55-80
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Central, Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: CentralAir, CeilingFans
Cooling: Yes
Heating: Yes
Utilities: CableAvailable, ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
View: No
Directions
I-75 to exit 213, go east on University Pkwy, turn right on Lorraine Rd, turn right on Waterway Blvd, turn right on Grande Shores Dr.This listing courtesy of Kw Suncoast
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8261 Grande Shores Drive, Sarasota, Florida has 3 Beds, 3 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 8261 Grande Shores Drive, Sarasota, Florida is A4637232.
The price for 8261 Grande Shores Drive, Sarasota, Florida is $1,395,000.
The status of 8261 Grande Shores Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 8261 Grande Shores Drive, Sarasota, Florida is Lakehouse Cove/waterside Ph 1.
The home located at 8261 Grande Shores Drive, Sarasota, Florida was built in 2025.
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