3548foundersclubdrivesarasotafl34240

4 Beds

4 Full baths

5,426SqFt

Active

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.

Property Details
Price $2,295,000
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Lot Size Area 28075
Lot Size Area Units Square Feet
Acres 0.64
Property Type Residential
Sub type SingleFamilyResidence
MLS Sub type Single Family Residence
Features 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
Exterior Features Hurricane Shutters, Irrigation System, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors
Year Built 2006
Subdivision FOUNDERS CLUB
View Water
Roof Tile
Heating Central, Zoned
Foundation Slab
Lot Description Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Oversized Lot, Private, Sidewalk
Laundry Features Inside, Laundry Room
Pool features Gunite, In Ground, Lighting
Parking Description Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Split Garage
Garage spaces 3
Association Name CHARLES LOW
Association Fee 5990
Association Amenities Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Gated, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Security, Tennis Court(s)
Geographic Data
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.
County Sarasota
Latitude 27.327896
Longitude -82.392208
Market Area 34240 - Sarasota
Address Information
Address 3548 FOUNDERS CLUB DRIVE, SARASOTA, FL 34240
Postal Code 34240
City SARASOTA
State FL
Country United States
Listing Information
Listing Office KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S
Listing Agent Tricia Rudd
Special listing conditions None
Ownership Fee Simple
Terms Cash, Conventional
Virtual Tour URL https://cmsphotography.hd.pics/3548-Founders-Club-Dr/idx
School Information
Elementary School Tatum Ridge Elementary
Middle School McIntosh Middle
High School Booker High
MLS Information
Days on market 0
MLS Status Active
Listing Date Aug 5, 2026
Listing Last Modified Aug 5, 2026
Tax ID 0222030099
Tax Year 2024
Tax Annual Amount 10981
MLS Area 34240 - Sarasota
MLS # A4701527

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