3755 Founders Club DriveSarasota, FL 34240Sale Price: $2,500,000

Magnificent lake and golf course views welcome you home to this gorgeous custom estate, situated on one of the best homesites in the acclaimed Founders Club. Through the 24/7-guarded security gate, an oasis awaits - where homes are nestled amongst hundreds of acres of untouched nature preserves, ancient oaks, sparkling lakes, and a prized Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course. This enchanting home is ideal for those who appreciate quality construction and desire a private estate home and location that cannot be compromised. Timeless exterior with semi-circle driveway, lush landscaping, 4 car garage and custom iron doors. Once inside, this sunlit single-story home will capture your heart. The elegant floorplan flows graciously and is centered around an ample great room and striking gourmet kitchen. You'll find tall ceilings with tray and crown details, abundant new custom built-ins with fireplace features, beautiful sandy colored oak wood floors in all main areas, and new plush high-end carpeting in all bedrooms. Hurricane-impact sliding glass doors and windows showcase stunning views and provide a light & bright ambiance throughout this cheerful residence. The show-worthy kitchen offers custom cream cabinets, gorgeous 'Taj Mahal' natural quartzite stone counters, and professional-grade Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. This home lives large, offering sizable main living areas and spacious en-suite guest bedrooms for optimal moments of solitude, when desired. An expansive owner's retreat is a sanctuary with beautiful built ins, separate custom dressing areas, large windows, access to the lanai, and a luxurious bathroom with smart storage, double vanities, and abundant natural lighting. A lovely den with glass French doors plus a generously sized bonus room with built in fridge completes the home. The intelligent design is sure to please those who crave contemporary open spaces for gathering with friends and loved ones as well as the opportunity for privacy, which is provided by separate guest wings. The interior transitions seamlessly through tall pocketing sliders to the incredible outdoor living area. A large, covered lanai and regal colonnade enclosure with new screens frames spectacular views of paradise and offers a heated saltwater pool with infinity spa and outdoor kitchen with Wolf grill and refrigerator. Extensive upgrades completed in 2021/2022- including: whole home interior/exterior paint, new landscaping and landscape lighting, 3 entertainment-built ins w/ 3 Dimplex fireplaces, new mudroom cabinets, Culligan water treatment and reverse osmosis, hard-wired security cameras, epoxy floors, and much more. Live the dream and come home to this amazing retreat. The highly desirable Founders Club is a gated enclave of 262 custom private estates. The neighborhood boasts character and is located in non-flood-zone X, with easy access to downtown (9 miles approximately) and award-winning world-class beaches. Mere minutes to the new LakeWood Ranch shops and restaurants of Waterside, Sunday farmer's market, polo fields, Publix grocery store, parks, trails, UTC, area attractions. Golf or social membership separate and not required. Har-Tru tennis courts, fitness studio, restaurant with veranda, social activities and clubhouse for members. Schedule your private tour today to see this remarkable home.