Residential Property - Single Family Residence in Longboat Key
SOLD for $9,100,000 on July 22, 2021
Listing Price: $9,200,000Sold Price: $9,100,000Sold Price/List Price: 99%
Description of Property
BEST ADDRESS ON LONGBOAT KEY! This furnished luxury resort home is named Acqua Vita "Water of Life" due to its majestic waterfront views of Longboat Key and Sarasota Bay. Award-winning firms of Clifford M. Scholz Architects, Perrone Construction, and Artistree collaborated to create this oasis for the most discriminating buyer. Acqua Vita is located behind a secured gate, with lush and artistically designed landscaping, boasting gorgeous panoramic water views from its upper and lower terrace and from several of its rooms as well as the breathtaking rear veranda as it is constructed on one of the largest home sites to be found on Longboat Key. It also has deeded beach access across the street to the pristine powder sands of Longboat Key. This two story mansion has a Georgian style with 7,250 square feet indoors and over 11,500 square feet of total area, a 4-car garage and motor courtyard, an elevator, a number of private balcony's, and has five ensuite bedrooms with one being a separate guest quarters. There is a large bonus room that can serve as a sixth bedroom. The spacious master suite is complete with a fireplace, wood flooring, sitting area, an extended balcony with sweeping views of the intercostal waterways, romantic ambient-lighting, two oversized walk-in closets, and a divine master bath with marble flooring, a free standing tub, separate vanities, and with its own private balcony. Classic details can be found throughout the interior from its moldings, to its curved staircase, built-ins, high ceilings, spacious rooms, lengthened windows, and colossal doors. The outdoor living space highlights the Florida lifestyle with the chlorine free salt-water custom designed free-form heated pool and spa, outdoor shower, outdoor summer kitchen, fire pit, fireplace, and multiple gathering areas under the gazebo. Additional features include Wolf/SubZero appliances throughout (range, convection, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, 4 bar refrigerators), dry bars, a generator, water softener, central vacuum, Control4 home automation and security system which includes closed circuit cameras, fire alarm, security gate, smoke detectors and much more. Acqua Vita is a rare find and offers the best for luxury Florida waterfront living.
Property Details At A Glance
Property Type: Residential
Property Use or Sub Type: Single Family Residence
City: Longboat Key
County: Manatee
Subdivision: Longboat Key
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Half Baths: 2
Sq. Ft. Gross: 11,511
Sq. Ft. Living Area: 7,250
Cost per (heated) sqare foot: $1,269
Year built: 2016
Annual Tax: $93,944
Taxes and fees can change periodically, and other fees may apply. Please check with your Suncoasteam agent for more details.
Interior Features:
- Built in Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Central Vaccum
- Crown Molding
- Dry Bar
- Eating Space In Kitchen
- Elevator
- High Ceiling(s)
- Open Floorplan
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Tray Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
Appliances:
- Bar Fridge
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Range
- Range Hood
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Water Softener
- Wine Refrigerator
Accessibility Features:
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features:
- Electric
- Gas
- Master Bedroom
- Other Room
Window Features:
- Blinds
- Drapes
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Low Emissivity Windows
- Shutters
- Window Treatments
- Storm Window(s)
Additional Rooms:
- Bonus Room
- Breakfast Room Separate
- Den/Library/Office
- Formal Dining Room Separate
- Great Room
- Inside Utility
- Interior In-Law Suite
Ceiling Type:
Flooring:
- Carpet
- Marble
- Travertine
- Hardwood
Laundry Features:
- Inside
- Laundry Room
- Other
Green Features
Indoor Air Quality:
Green Certifications:
Green Energy Features: Insulation
Green Landscaping:
GreenWater Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Schools
Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
Middle/Junior High School: W.D. Sugg Middle
High School: Bayshore High
Pool & Waterfront Info
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Features:
- Child Safety Fence
- Chlorine Free
- Gunite
- Heated
- In Ground
- Lighting
- Outside Bath Access
- Salt Water
- Tile
Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
Water Front: Yes
Water Frontage: Bay/Harbor, Intracoastal Waterway
Water Access: Yes
Water Access Type:
- Bay/Harbor
- Beach - Access Deeded
- Gulf/Ocean to Bay
- Intracoastal Waterway
Water View: Bay/Harbor - Full, Intracoastal Waterway
Water Name: Sarasota Bay
Exterior & Construction
Architectural Style: Custom
Construction: Block, Stucco
Foundation: Stem Wall
Roof: Tile
- Balcony
- French Doors
- Hurricane Shutters
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Kitchen
- Outdoor Shower
- Sidewalk
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 4
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Guest
- Split Garage
Floors Total:
Floors in Unit: Two
- Central Air
- Humidity Control
- Zoned
- Central
- Electric
- Natural Gas
- Zoned
Electric:
Patio & Porch Features:
- Covered
- Deck
- Patio
- Porch
Security Features:
- Closed Circuit Camera(s)
- Fire Alarm
- Fire Sprinkler System
- Security Gate
- Security Lights
- Security System
- Security System Owned
- Smoke Detector(s)
- Fire/Smoke Detection Integration
Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
View: Water
Fencing:
Utilities:
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Fiber Optics
- Natural Gas Connected
- Phone Available
- Sewer Connected
- Underground Utilities
- Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Community Features:
- Fishing
- Sidewalk
- Water Access
- Waterfront
Association Amenities:
Lot Information
Lot Features:
- Flood Zone
- City Lot
- Level
- Oversized Lot
Lot Size (acres): 0.95
Lot Size (sq. ft.): 41,492 square feet
Front Exposure: West
Adjoining Property:
Current Adjacent Use:
Legal Description & Other Information
Financing Available: Cash, Conventional
Parcel Number: 7999800001
Zoning: R1SF
Pets Allowed/Pet Policies: Yes
Tax Legal Desc.: SEE ATTACHED LONG LEGAL
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