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Introducing a rare legacy estate defined by architectural distinction, extraordinary waterfront, and an exceptional sense of privacy. 6610 Gulf of Mexico Drive is the pinnacle of architectural ingenuity designed by world-renowned visionary Carl Abbott, one of the most highly decorated architects in the Florida/Caribbean region. Known for naming his most valued accomplishments, Abbott designated this spectacular residence the “House of Columns”—a remarkable expression of art in architecture inspired by the land and its surrounding natural beauty. Including the adjacent lot at 6630 Gulf of Mexico Drive further enhances the offering, providing the opportunity to construct a guest house or secondary structure—an appealing option for multigenerational living, visiting guests, or staff accommodations. Set along Sarasota’s most coveted barrier island, the property represents a singular convergence of design, landscape, and place—an enduring residential landmark of remarkable presence and provenance. A long, private drive through a dense canopy of palms and native foliage leads to this nearly five-acre peninsula property with expansive bay frontage and exceptional seclusion. Endless expanses of water and sky form a breathtaking backdrop, while the ever-shifting light throughout the day casts the home and acreage in a constantly evolving palette. Designed for multilevel living, the 6,891-square-foot home features the main living structure with separate wings connected by enclosed bridges. Walls of glass dissolve the boundaries between interior and landscape, revealing lush grounds and a brilliant bay panorama that unfolds endlessly toward the horizon. A beautifully crafted pool surrounds nearly half of the home’s exterior and mirrors the tranquil movement of the water beyond. Clean architectural lines, soaring interior volumes, and a thoughtful interplay of solid and transparent forms create a cohesive relationship between the interior and exterior. Ceilings reaching up to 21 feet allow natural light to move freely throughout the home. Every space reveals a considered balance of visual drama and functional design. With every turn, another exquisite detail reveals itself—thoughtfully composed, beautifully nuanced, and presented with quiet grandeur. As daylight fades, exterior lighting transforms the grounds into a resort-like setting, creating an inviting atmosphere where every gathering becomes a memorable experience. A private dock with two lifts provides direct access to the protected shoreline of Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway, supporting a seamless boating lifestyle. An elevator serves the home’s multiple levels, while Lutron lighting and automated shades allow the residence to respond intuitively to changing daylight. The owner’s garage provides convenient access to the interior elevator and an additional air-conditioned four-bay garage with a generous workspace brings the total capacity to six vehicles. A whole-home generator provides added continuity and peace of mind. Impeccably maintained by its original owner, the residence reflects an uncommon level of care and stewardship. Estates of this size and caliber, architectural clarity, substantial waterfront, established boating infrastructure, development flexibility, and meticulously maintained condition are exceptionally rare. This impressive property exudes a sense of timelessness and is distinguished by its design, scale, privacy, and extraordinary location.

4 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ A4707514 MLS

Introducing a rare legacy estate defined by architectural distinction, extraordinary waterfront, and an exceptional sense of privacy. 6610 Gulf of Mexico Drive is the pinnacle of architectural ingenuity designed by world-renowned visionary Carl Abbott, one of the most highly decorated architects in the Florida/Caribbean region. Known for naming his most valued accomplishments, Abbott designated this spectacular residence the “House of Columns”—a remarkable expression of art in architecture inspired by the land and its surrounding natural beauty. Including the adjacent lot at 6630 Gulf of Mexico Drive further enhances the offering, providing the opportunity to construct a guest house or secondary structure—an appealing option for multigenerational living, visiting guests, or staff accommodations. Set along Sarasota’s most coveted barrier island, the property represents a singular convergence of design, landscape, and place—an enduring residential landmark of remarkable presence and provenance. A long, private drive through a dense canopy of palms and native foliage leads to this nearly five-acre peninsula property with expansive bay frontage and exceptional seclusion. Endless expanses of water and sky form a breathtaking backdrop, while the ever-shifting light throughout the day casts the home and acreage in a constantly evolving palette. Designed for multilevel living, the 6,891-square-foot home features the main living structure with separate wings connected by enclosed bridges. Walls of glass dissolve the boundaries between interior and landscape, revealing lush grounds and a brilliant bay panorama that unfolds endlessly toward the horizon. A beautifully crafted pool surrounds nearly half of the home’s exterior and mirrors the tranquil movement of the water beyond. Clean architectural lines, soaring interior volumes, and a thoughtful interplay of solid and transparent forms create a cohesive relationship between the interior and exterior. Ceilings reaching up to 21 feet allow natural light to move freely throughout the home. Every space reveals a considered balance of visual drama and functional design. With every turn, another exquisite detail reveals itself—thoughtfully composed, beautifully nuanced, and presented with quiet grandeur. As daylight fades, exterior lighting transforms the grounds into a resort-like setting, creating an inviting atmosphere where every gathering becomes a memorable experience. A private dock with two lifts provides direct access to the protected shoreline of Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway, supporting a seamless boating lifestyle. An elevator serves the home’s multiple levels, while Lutron lighting and automated shades allow the residence to respond intuitively to changing daylight. The owner’s garage provides convenient access to the interior elevator and an additional air-conditioned four-bay garage with a generous workspace brings the total capacity to six vehicles. A whole-home generator provides added continuity and peace of mind. Impeccably maintained by its original owner, the residence reflects an uncommon level of care and stewardship. Estates of this size and caliber, architectural clarity, substantial waterfront, established boating infrastructure, development flexibility, and meticulously maintained condition are exceptionally rare. This impressive property exudes a sense of timelessness and is distinguished by its design, scale, privacy, and extraordinary location.

6610 Gulf Of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key

$3,495,000

Beyond the gates of Bayou Hammock, where just 11 residences share one of north Longboat Key’s most private waterfront settings, a true coastal retreat awaits. Arrive through one of two private gated entrances, where refreshed tropical landscaping and a charming butterfly garden welcome you home. Set on an expansive 0.83-acre lot with approximately 150 feet of direct canal frontage, the property offers sailboat water and room to accommodate vessels up to approximately 70 feet. Thoughtfully reimagined by the current owner, the beautifully renovated bungalow blends timeless Old Florida character with modern comfort. The 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom main residence is complemented by an attached guest casita with its own bedroom and bathroom, creating a total of 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and approximately 2,600 square feet of air-conditioned living space. Distinctive keystone accents will continue to develop a rich, natural patina in the coastal climate, while impact-rated windows and doors, a new standing-seam metal roof, and an attached one-car garage provide lasting value and peace of mind. Life here unfolds outdoors. Begin the morning beside the pool, rinse off beneath the outdoor shower after an afternoon on the water, or step onto the brand-new dock and set out from one of two new 10,000-pound boat lifts. Spend the day boating, fishing, and exploring the surrounding waterways before returning to your own peaceful hideaway. Just moments from the beaches, dining, and relaxed charm of north Longboat Key and nearby Anna Maria Island, this exceptional property is also zoned for Anna Maria Elementary School. More than a waterfront home, it is a private island sanctuary offering rare space, remarkable boating access, and an unhurried way of life.

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ A4703604 MLS

Beyond the gates of Bayou Hammock, where just 11 residences share one of north Longboat Key’s most private waterfront settings, a true coastal retreat awaits. Arrive through one of two private gated entrances, where refreshed tropical landscaping and a charming butterfly garden welcome you home. Set on an expansive 0.83-acre lot with approximately 150 feet of direct canal frontage, the property offers sailboat water and room to accommodate vessels up to approximately 70 feet. Thoughtfully reimagined by the current owner, the beautifully renovated bungalow blends timeless Old Florida character with modern comfort. The 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom main residence is complemented by an attached guest casita with its own bedroom and bathroom, creating a total of 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and approximately 2,600 square feet of air-conditioned living space. Distinctive keystone accents will continue to develop a rich, natural patina in the coastal climate, while impact-rated windows and doors, a new standing-seam metal roof, and an attached one-car garage provide lasting value and peace of mind. Life here unfolds outdoors. Begin the morning beside the pool, rinse off beneath the outdoor shower after an afternoon on the water, or step onto the brand-new dock and set out from one of two new 10,000-pound boat lifts. Spend the day boating, fishing, and exploring the surrounding waterways before returning to your own peaceful hideaway. Just moments from the beaches, dining, and relaxed charm of north Longboat Key and nearby Anna Maria Island, this exceptional property is also zoned for Anna Maria Elementary School. More than a waterfront home, it is a private island sanctuary offering rare space, remarkable boating access, and an unhurried way of life.

6561 Bayou Hammock Road, Longboat Key

$6,495,000

This spectacular waterfront pool home was just completed in 2026 and is built with uncompromising craftsmanship and every attention to detail. A West Indies-inspired residence in the coveted neighborhood of Emerald Harbor on Longboat Key, it offers expansive water views from every room of the wide canal and Harris Bayou, granting easy access to the intracoastal waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. Walls of glass open to covered porches with remote screens that allow for easy indoor-outdoor living. Features include an incredible chef's kitchen with high-end appliances and a totally separate prep kitchen; Of the 4 bedrooms, there are two primary suites, and all of them have their own stunning en-suites. Each one has access to a covered balcony and all have those stunning water views; A fire pit, private dock, outdoor shower and pool bath, plus deeded beach access complete the Longboat Key lifestyle. Every luxury amenity expected in a home of this caliber makes this a truly special offering.

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ A4699408 MLS

This spectacular waterfront pool home was just completed in 2026 and is built with uncompromising craftsmanship and every attention to detail. A West Indies-inspired residence in the coveted neighborhood of Emerald Harbor on Longboat Key, it offers expansive water views from every room of the wide canal and Harris Bayou, granting easy access to the intracoastal waterway and the Gulf of Mexico. Walls of glass open to covered porches with remote screens that allow for easy indoor-outdoor living. Features include an incredible chef's kitchen with high-end appliances and a totally separate prep kitchen; Of the 4 bedrooms, there are two primary suites, and all of them have their own stunning en-suites. Each one has access to a covered balcony and all have those stunning water views; A fire pit, private dock, outdoor shower and pool bath, plus deeded beach access complete the Longboat Key lifestyle. Every luxury amenity expected in a home of this caliber makes this a truly special offering.

711 Old Compass Road, Longboat Key

$5,895,000

Private island home for sale on Jewfish Key, Longboat Key, Florida. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath waterfront residence sits on a 1.24-acre titled lot with approximately 300 feet of water frontage and a private deep-water dock, and it is reached only by boat. It is one of just eight homes on this roughly 38-acre island at Longboat Pass. 7143 La Lenaire Drive is offered turnkey and furnished, and it is on the market for the first time in more than two decades. Reached only by boat, this private island home offers something rare on Florida's coast: luxury, privacy, and room to truly disconnect. Far from crowded waterfront rentals, it's a place to slow down, enjoy the people you came with, and share an experience your family and friends will never forget. The home was custom built in 2011 and has more than 2,700 square feet of living space, designed around sweeping west-facing water views and easy indoor-outdoor living. The main living areas open to covered outdoor space overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, and at sunset the evening light fills the rooms. The layout works as well for a quiet weekend for two as it does for a full house of guests. Walk down to your own deep-water dock, with direct boating access to Sarasota Bay, the Intracoastal, Longboat Pass, and the Gulf. Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and St. Armands Circle are minutes away by water, so Sarasota and Bradenton dining, shopping, beaches, and culture are easy to reach while your evenings stay quiet and private. Jewfish Key is surrounded by sandbars, clear shallows, native wildlife, and natural shoreline, a setting that is increasingly hard to find along the Gulf Coast. This property works as a primary residence, a private Florida vacation home, or an income-producing investment. With four bedrooms, four baths, and a boat-access location unlike anything else on the rental market, it offers strong short-term and seasonal rental potential for investors seeking a one-of-a-kind luxury waterfront asset between Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island. Schedule your private boat tour today.

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ A4694196 MLS

Private island home for sale on Jewfish Key, Longboat Key, Florida. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath waterfront residence sits on a 1.24-acre titled lot with approximately 300 feet of water frontage and a private deep-water dock, and it is reached only by boat. It is one of just eight homes on this roughly 38-acre island at Longboat Pass. 7143 La Lenaire Drive is offered turnkey and furnished, and it is on the market for the first time in more than two decades. Reached only by boat, this private island home offers something rare on Florida's coast: luxury, privacy, and room to truly disconnect. Far from crowded waterfront rentals, it's a place to slow down, enjoy the people you came with, and share an experience your family and friends will never forget. The home was custom built in 2011 and has more than 2,700 square feet of living space, designed around sweeping west-facing water views and easy indoor-outdoor living. The main living areas open to covered outdoor space overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, and at sunset the evening light fills the rooms. The layout works as well for a quiet weekend for two as it does for a full house of guests. Walk down to your own deep-water dock, with direct boating access to Sarasota Bay, the Intracoastal, Longboat Pass, and the Gulf. Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and St. Armands Circle are minutes away by water, so Sarasota and Bradenton dining, shopping, beaches, and culture are easy to reach while your evenings stay quiet and private. Jewfish Key is surrounded by sandbars, clear shallows, native wildlife, and natural shoreline, a setting that is increasingly hard to find along the Gulf Coast. This property works as a primary residence, a private Florida vacation home, or an income-producing investment. With four bedrooms, four baths, and a boat-access location unlike anything else on the rental market, it offers strong short-term and seasonal rental potential for investors seeking a one-of-a-kind luxury waterfront asset between Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island. Schedule your private boat tour today.

7143 La Lenaire Drive, Longboat Key

$999,000

Coastal Living Perfected on Longboat Key Discover the ultimate island retreat at 726 Jungle Queen Way, a beautifully reimagined 2-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront home where modern comfort meets timeless Florida charm. Tucked away on a peaceful canal just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, this residence offers the rare privilege of deeded beach access, 125ft canal frontage, and a resort-style saltwater pool - everything you need to live each day like a vacation. Wake up to soft morning light glistening off the water and ease into your day with coffee poolside, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and the hush of palm fronds swaying in the breeze. Launch your boat from the private dock pilings on the deep-water canal and explore Sarasota Bay or head out toward Egmont Key. After a day on the water, rinse off in the outdoor shower, slip into the saltwater pool, or unwind on the travertine deck beneath wide island skies that glow at sunset. Evenings invite laid-back luxury - cocktails by the firepit, good company, and a canopy of stars overhead. Inside, this home blends classic coastal character with thoughtful, high-end updates throughout. The light-filled living spaces feel open yet intimate, with plantation shutters, fresh neutral tones, new baseboards and trim that anchors the living room with style. The redesigned kitchen shines with quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and sleek cabinetry, while both bathrooms echo a spa-inspired sensibility with crisp, elegant finishes. The family room’s canal views beyond the French doors provide a quiet reminder that you’re always connected to the water. Recent updates lend peace of mind with new HVAC (2019), refreshed interior paint, new interior doors, and professional flood mitigation - including new drywall and rewired electrical. The exterior is equally turnkey, with manicured landscaping, a paver driveway, and a shaded carport for convenience. Living on Longboat Key means embracing an effortless, elegant coastal lifestyle. From here, you’re minutes to St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, and downtown Sarasota, with boutique shopping, fine dining, dog-friendly parks, and beach paths all within easy reach. Boat in the morning. Beach at sunset. Poolside under the stars. This is more than a home - it’s the Longboat Key lifestyle realized.

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ A4684733 MLS

Coastal Living Perfected on Longboat Key Discover the ultimate island retreat at 726 Jungle Queen Way, a beautifully reimagined 2-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront home where modern comfort meets timeless Florida charm. Tucked away on a peaceful canal just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, this residence offers the rare privilege of deeded beach access, 125ft canal frontage, and a resort-style saltwater pool - everything you need to live each day like a vacation. Wake up to soft morning light glistening off the water and ease into your day with coffee poolside, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and the hush of palm fronds swaying in the breeze. Launch your boat from the private dock pilings on the deep-water canal and explore Sarasota Bay or head out toward Egmont Key. After a day on the water, rinse off in the outdoor shower, slip into the saltwater pool, or unwind on the travertine deck beneath wide island skies that glow at sunset. Evenings invite laid-back luxury - cocktails by the firepit, good company, and a canopy of stars overhead. Inside, this home blends classic coastal character with thoughtful, high-end updates throughout. The light-filled living spaces feel open yet intimate, with plantation shutters, fresh neutral tones, new baseboards and trim that anchors the living room with style. The redesigned kitchen shines with quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and sleek cabinetry, while both bathrooms echo a spa-inspired sensibility with crisp, elegant finishes. The family room’s canal views beyond the French doors provide a quiet reminder that you’re always connected to the water. Recent updates lend peace of mind with new HVAC (2019), refreshed interior paint, new interior doors, and professional flood mitigation - including new drywall and rewired electrical. The exterior is equally turnkey, with manicured landscaping, a paver driveway, and a shaded carport for convenience. Living on Longboat Key means embracing an effortless, elegant coastal lifestyle. From here, you’re minutes to St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, and downtown Sarasota, with boutique shopping, fine dining, dog-friendly parks, and beach paths all within easy reach. Boat in the morning. Beach at sunset. Poolside under the stars. This is more than a home - it’s the Longboat Key lifestyle realized.

726 Jungle Queen Way, Longboat Key