3171 DICK WILSON DRIVE SARASOTA FL 34240 MLS #A4681698

Welcome to one of the crown jewels of Laurel Oak Country Club, a stunningly renovated estate
situated on an exceptionally private homesite personally selected by the community’s original
developer as his family residence. Golf membership is optional, but ownership of this
extraordinary home places you at the front of the membership waiting list.
Nestled on nearly one acre overlooking the Jones Course, this remarkable 5-bedroom residence
offers breathtaking views of the golf course, formal English gardens, and a custom creek with
waterfalls and pond. Thoughtfully updated with uncompromising attention to detail, the home
seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern luxury.
Inside, you’ll find real hickory wood flooring, two spacious primary suites, and a beautifully
renovated chef’s kitchen featuring Sub-Zero, Miele, BlueStar, and Thermador appliances,
complemented by marble countertops and a large center island. The luxurious primary bath has
been completely remodeled with dual vanities, dual water closets, and an oversized walk-in
shower.
The grounds are truly spectacular. A formal English garden showcases antique brick pathways,
green walls, custom arbors, a fountain, and mature fruit trees including lemon, fig, and plum.
Sellers further enhanced the property with a picturesque creek, three waterfalls, and a tranquil
pond, all best enjoyed from the authentic clay paver patio. Additional fruit trees include lychee,
grapefruit, navel orange, banana, and mango.
This grand residence is loaded with upgrades and thoughtful features, including:
• New main A/C (2025) plus additional systems replaced in 2022 and 2023
• Roof replaced in 2019
• Impact-rated doors, windows, and sliders throughout most of the home
• Whole-house generator with 1,000-gallon underground fuel tank for hurricane preparedness
• Whole-house water filtration system with UV sanitizer
• UV Halo Ozonator integrated into the pool equipment
• New attic insulation
• New gutters, including custom copper gutters across the front elevation
• New epoxy garage flooring
• Heated and cooled craft/storage room in the garage

• Renovated Butler’s Pantry
• Laundry room with pet shower and new plank flooring
• Outdoor kitchen with newer grill, sink, and granite countertops
• Brick flooring in the sunroom
• Fireplace rebuilt with Taj Mahal marble surround and custom paneled feature wall
• New designer chandeliers in the foyer and primary bath
• Upgraded fixtures, fans, and lighting throughout, including Perrin & Rowe and Restoration
Hardware selections
• Pool safety fence
• Extensive landscape lighting creating a magical nighttime setting
• Private second-floor balcony with custom sunshade
The home’s unique positioning provides unmatched privacy, while winding walkways invite you
to explore this lush, park-like paradise.
This is more than a home—it’s a private retreat, thoughtfully curated and meticulously
maintained, where no expense was spared. Experience the perfect combination of luxury,
comfort, beauty, and peace of mind in one of Laurel Oak’s most exceptional properties.
King bed in primary suite does not convey.