8347 Midnight Pass Rd., Sarasota, FL 34242

Auction Property. Auction without reserve on September 24 at 11:00 am local time; this incredible Mediterranean-inspired island estate is impressive inside and out. Magnificent waterfront home enjoys 100' of shoreline on south Siesta Key, less than 1 mile from Turtle Beach and only 3 miles from world-famous Siesta Key Beach. Three levels, accessible by elevator, provide both formal and casual-living spaces designed to present the best Southwest Florida lifestyle, with views from practically every window. Extending from the shoreline is a kayak launch, a private dock with composite decking with electric/water, and a boat lift, offering quick bay access. Ambiance and spaces for outdoor entertaining abound; saltwater pool and spa, luxurious appointments throughout, and a gourmet kitchen with premium appliances. An 8-car garage provides plenty of parking as this home is perfect for entertaining. Inside, on the ground floor, 500+ sq ft of space for entertaining and fitness await, which can be used to suit various purposes, with a full bath and a dry cedar sauna. An elevator here serves all three living levels. A flight of steps up from the parking area leads to the formal front entry, with its custom, ornate iron door, and transom. Inside the home, floor-to-ceiling windows with picturesque panoramic views of Little Sarasota Bay immediately capture the eye and beckon guests inside. Overhead coffered ceilings, chandeliers, and a stunning fireplace rising 21' high and finished in imported Turkish stone. Through the formal entry and beyond lie the dining room with custom built-ins and living room, floored impeccably with Travertine and well-shaded with premium plantation shutters here and throughout. A wet bar stands ready to help get the party started, and an iron door nearby leads to a 343+ bottle humidity-controlled wine closet. The well-appointed gourmet kitchen has Viking appliances, including a 6-burner gas cooktop and a built-in Miele coffee system. The family room's double pocket corner doors open to the expansive wrap-around Travertine-tiled terrace, complete with a new summer kitchen providing an Alfresco gas grill, Marvel refrigerator, and sustainable PVC composite cabinetry. The spot to soak up those endless days of Southwest Florida sunshine is the tanning deck, which overlooks a covered entertaining area and the heated saltwater pool and spa, including an amazing grotto with a water feature. A luxurious, private office space accented by custom built-ins and a desk provides charming water views. The executive suite lies behind 8’ tall double doors of solid wood. Featuring impressive walk-in custom closets and views of the sunrise from a private sitting area, this dazzling en-suite showcases a spacious double vanity, sunken jacuzzi tub, and a marvelous picture window adorning the double shower that floods the space in bright, natural light. The main home's first level includes a two-story staircase, breakfast area, one en-suite guest bedroom, guest and pool bathroom, laundry room, and storage. The third floor, encompassed by a custom wrought iron railing and floored in rich hardwood, comes with a fully-equipped theater room, wet bar, two en-suite guest bedrooms, and a bonus loft space with access to the mezzanine. Additional features include designer outdoor lighting, a new 400 watt/kg GENERAC generator, water filtration softener, quad-zoned cooling with newer ACs, infrared security cameras, motorized sunshades, and PGT impact-resistant windows.