Water Views - Golf Course - Primary on Main
Address
3548 Founders Club Drive, SARASOTA, FL
Price
$ 2,295,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#A4701527
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySarasota
- CitySARASOTA
- AreaSarasota
- NeighborhoodFOUNDERS CLUB
- Zip34240
- StyleSingle Family Residence
- Year Built2006
- Taxes$ 10981
- Price$ 2,295,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5426
- Lot Size0.64 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Welcome to The Founders Club, one of Sarasota's most prestigious private golf communities. Perfectly positioned on an exceptionally private ½-acre homesite with tranquil lake and preserve views, this custom Lee Wetherington estate offers an extraordinary blend of timeless elegance, refined craftsmanship, and effortless Florida living. Spanning over 5,400 square feet, this residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a private office, bonus room, and flexible safe room. Grand living spaces with soaring ceilings, solid-core doors, custom millwork, and impact-rated doors and windows create an exceptional sense of quality, while walls of glass seamlessly connect the sophisticated interiors to the breathtaking natural surroundings. The heart of the home is a beautifully renovated chef's kitchen, appointed with premium appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a dramatic waterfall island, and an open design ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining family room and expansive glass-enclosed Florida room, with a fireplace and wet bar, create an inviting space for year-round indoor-outdoor living. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring dual custom walk-in closets and a stunning spa-inspired bathroom thoughtfully renovated with designer finishes, creating a serene, resort-like experience. Upstairs, a private guest suite with its own balcony offers comfortable accommodations and peaceful lake views. Outside, the resort-style heated pool and spa overlook tranquil water and preserve views, providing the perfect setting to relax and enjoy Sarasota's year-round sunshine. A 40-kilowatt whole-house natural gas generator offers exceptional comfort and peace of mind. The Founders Club offers an unparalleled lifestyle with just 262 homesites. Residents enjoy access to a recreation center offering yoga and pilates classes, as well as Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, and a kid's playground. Membership at the Founders Golf Club is optional offering both golf and social memberships. The renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course offers members easy tee times and is one of the only walkable courses in the region. Members enjoy a a grand Southern-style clubhouse, fine dining, a year-round social calendar, and a 24/7 fitness facility. It’s more than a home—it’s a lifestyle curated for those who appreciate understated luxury and quiet prestige. All just minutes from exquisite dining, shopping, and the vibrant art scene of downtown Sarasota, as well as Sarasota's incredible beaches.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Tatum Ridge Elementary Elementary School | McIntosh Middle Middle School | Booker High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed $2,295,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Zoned |
| Cooling | Central Air,Zoned |
| Utilities | Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Underground Utilities,Water Connected |
| Roof | Tile |
| Appliances | Built-In Oven,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Purifier |
| Zoning | OUE2 |
| HOA Fee | 5990 |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Association Fee Includes | 24-Hour Guard,Common Area Taxes,Manager,Private Road,Security |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Enclosed,Rear Porch,Screened |
| Pool Features | Gunite,In Ground,Lighting |
| Security Features | Gated Community,Security Gate,Security System,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Block,Stucco |
| Pets Allowed | Cats OK,Dogs OK,Yes |
| Year Built | 2006 |
| View | Water |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Association Recreation - Owned,Clubhouse,Deed Restrictions,Fitness Center,Gated Community - Guard,Golf Carts OK,Golf,Restaurant,Sidewalks,Tennis Court(s) |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Sarasota |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Basketball Court,Clubhouse,Gated,Pickleball Court(s),Playground,Security,Tennis Court(s) |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | FOUNDERS CLUB |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 14 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Exit 210 Fruitville Road heading east to Founders Club on the right. Stop at the guard gate and then around the circle to the left side of Founders Club Drive. |
| High School | Booker High |
| City | SARASOTA |
| Association Name | CHARLES LOW |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 34240 - Sarasota |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 28075 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Spa Features | Heated |
| Elementary School | Tatum Ridge Elementary |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 10981.59 |
| Middle/Junior High School | McIntosh Middle |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://cmsphotography.hd.pics/3548-Founders-Club-Dr/idx |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Builder Name | LEE WETHERINGTON HOMES |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Tax Lot | O-4 |
| Legal Description | LOT O-4, FOUNDERS CLUB |
| Water View | Lake |
| Water Access Type | Lake |
| Pet Size Limit | Extra Large (101+ Lbs.) |
| Minimum Lease | 1-2 Years |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| Monthly HOA Amount | 499.17 |
| Additional Rooms | Bonus Room,Den/Library/Office,Family Room,Great Room,Inside Utility |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | X |
| In Law Suite YN | false |
| Flood Zone Code X | Yes |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-in Features,Ceiling Fan(s),Coffered Ceiling(s),Crown Molding,High Ceilings,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Solid Surface Counters,Solid Wood Cabinets,Split Bedroom,Stone Counters,Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Porcelain Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Fireplace Features | Gas |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Window Treatments |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Inside,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 5 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Hurricane Shutters,Irrigation System,Private Mailbox,Rain Gutters,Sidewalk,Sliding Doors |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Mature Landscaping |
| Parking Features | Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Split Garage |
| Lot Features | Landscaped,Near Golf Course,Oversized Lot,Private,Sidewalk |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 28075 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Building Area Total | 6641 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.64 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Private Pool | true |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 3 |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Road Responsibility | Private Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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