749 FREELING DRIVE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Experience coastal elegance and the ultimate in island living in this extraordinary waterfront estate, Casa della Fontana, the Fountain House!, nestled on a serene side street on Siesta Key's coveted north end, this home offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and convenience. Located just minutes from everything on and off the island, this residence is perfectly poised on a deep-water bayou just off the Intracoastal Waterway. Enjoy a quick five-minute boat ride through Big Pass to the Gulf, making it a haven for boating enthusiasts. Initially, with safety and structural integrity in mind, this home has been meticulously transformed through a two-year, million-dollar renovation into a true masterpiece. Step into the heart of this magnificent property – the great room. This stunning space features soaring 20-foot ceilings and tranquil water views surrounded by a two-story library. A breathtaking gallery and loft overlook the dining area, complemented by custom hand-hewn wood trestles and iron railings from Tampa's renowned Vasquez Forge. Adding a touch of enchantment, a hidden wood-paneled staircase awaits discovery. The gourmand's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele appliances, exquisite quartzite countertops, a coffered ceiling, and a spacious breakfast area. A functional walk-in pantry completes this gourmet space. Hand-hewn beams incorporated throughout the house and lanai enhance the seamless blend of old-world charm. Retreat to the primary suite, featuring a spacious bedroom with two private balconies, two luxurious bathrooms, dual walk-in closets, and a central walk-in shower with dual entries. The oversized soaking tub provides a serene escape. The guest wing, accessible through double doors, offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, two balconies, and private exterior access to the driveway, ensuring comfort and privacy for family and guests. The outdoor living space is paradise. The two-story lanai is an entertainer's dream, featuring a summer kitchen, heated pool, hot tub, and a 1,000 sq ft covered screened-in area with multiple seating spaces. Nearby, an additional guest suite, media/game room and workshop, offer a perfect retreat for relaxation after a day on the water. Boating and fishing enthusiasts will relish the property's three exceptional boat lifts: a four-post 10,000-pound lift, a davit lift, and a two-post lift ideal for a small boat, kayak, or jet ski, with docking space for a vessel up to 45 feet. The dock, complete with a fishing table and underwater lights, attracts a variety of marine life, including Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, Redfish, and juvenile Tarpon. The oversized three-car garage, equipped with hurricane-rated doors and a newly refinished driveway with natural stone pavers, can accommodate up to twenty cars. This home has been recently repainted and meticulously maintained, with numerous upgrades including a rebuilt pergola, redesigned landscaping and irrigation, new HVAC and duct systems, tankless water heaters, a pool and irrigation pump, pool heater, Control-4 home automation, a whole-house generator, and removable hurricane curtains. This remarkable residence is not just a home; it’s a lifestyle. Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience the best of waterfront living on Siesta Key! Close to the world-famous white sand of Siesta Beach, Siesta Village, and vibrant downtown Sarasota's restaurants, shopping, museums, and entertainment.