Located in the prestigious Harbor Acres Estate section of Sarasota, an exquisite bayfront estate has recently hit the market for $33.8 million. Situated on nearly an acre of land with an impressive 150 feet of bay frontage, the custom-built home at 1233 Hillview Drive boasts a spacious 11,275 square feet of living space. This property is reported to be the most expensive listing in Sarasota.
The listing is being managed by Barbara May and Fred Sasson of Michael Saunders and Co.
Crafted by the renowned Stofft Cooney Architects and meticulously constructed by Perrone Construction over a span of two and a half years, this residence offers a host of premium features. These include hardwood flooring, stunning architectural ceilings, and exquisite light fixtures. The kitchen, bar, and primary bathroom were specially designed by Matthew Quinn of Design Galleria.
The home is outfitted with hurricane-impact windows and doors, along with a screened covered porch featuring motorized bug screens and hurricane shutters. Additionally, it is equipped with a whole-house generator for added convenience and peace of mind.
The main level encompasses a living and dining area with a fireplace, complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows. Other highlights include a gourmet kitchen, family room, playroom, clubroom, gym, primary suite, and a guest wing with three en-suite bedrooms, a lounge area, and a private outdoor entrance.
Ascending to the second level, you’ll find another primary suite and three guest suites. This level also boasts a lounge area with a balcony that offers breathtaking views of the surroundings. The residence is furnished with an advanced automation system, motorized drapery and shades, a state-of-the-art home theater speaker system, a Lutron lighting system, and an automated mosquito spraying system.
The outdoor amenities are equally impressive, featuring a well-appointed kitchen, dining and gathering spaces, and an overflow pool complete with a spa, sun shelf, and fire bowls with automated lighting. For those with a penchant for watercraft, a high-speed boat lift capable of hoisting 27,000 pounds, as well as a 4,500-pound dual Jet Ski lift with an aluminum-framed platform, provide easy access to the water.
Florida has long been a favored destination for the affluent. Notable recent acquisitions include Gisele Bundchen’s purchase of a property with an equestrian ring and full-size soccer pitch for $9 million. Additionally, soccer icon Lionel Messi and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, acquired an impressive 10,500-square-foot, eight-bedroom estate in Fort Lauderdale’s Bay Colony through a company led by Messi’s wealth manager, Alfonso Nebot.
