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5965 Gulf Of Mexico Drive

Longboat Key, FL

Listing Details

  • $38,450,000
  • MLS# A4681869
  • Type Residential - Single Family
  • Status Active
  • 11
    Bedrooms
  • 13 full 4 partial
    Bathrooms
  • 17,199
    Square Feet
  • 1.640 acres
    Lot Size
  • 2026
    Year Built

Description

Under Construction. Set on nearly two private Gulf-front acres, this visionary estate is emerging as one of the most architecturally significant residences ever conceived on Longboat Key. Designed by the internationally acclaimed firm Sweet Sparkman Architecture & Interiors, the home represents a rare convergence of sculptural design, coastal sensitivity, and modern livability. Bold in concept yet timeless in execution, the main residence unfolds with intention. A dramatic foyer introduces expansive living spaces designed to capture light, scale, and uninterrupted Gulf views. The primary suite is conceived as a private sanctuary, complete... Read more with dual spa-inspired baths and bespoke dressing rooms. A stately office, refined lounge, formal dining room, and temperature-controlled wine cellar complement the open-concept great room, which transitions seamlessly to a sweeping Gulf-front terrace. Dual kitchens, a showpiece entertaining kitchen and a separate chefs kitchen, elevate both daily living and grand-scale hosting. The estate continues upward to a rooftop deck with panoramic coastal vistas, while other levels offer a private cinema, multiple guest suites, and a dedicated guest-level kitchenette. A thoughtfully designed guest house and separate pool house provide additional privacy and flexibility for extended stays or staff accommodations. Outdoors, the setting transforms into a private coastal resort. Lush, layered landscaping surrounds a dramatic resort-style pool and spa, expansive entertaining terraces, tranquil water features, and potential for a private tennis and pickleball court - all oriented toward the Gulfs endless horizon. Positioned along one of the most coveted stretches of Longboat Key, the property offers both seclusion and proximity to the best of the region, including The Resort at Longboat Key Club, The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, St. Armands Circle, and the cultural vibrancy of downtown Sarasota. With construction advancing and pricing evolving accordingly, this is a rare opportunity to secure a generational Gulf-front legacy estate at a pivotal stage. Longboat Keys global recognition, including its inclusion among Forbes Travel Guides Top 12 Destinations, further underscores the enduring value of this extraordinary offering.

Key Features

  • Balcony
  • Lighting
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Private Mailbox
  • Rain Gutters
  • Sliding Doors
  • Storage
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Built-in Features
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Central Vaccum
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Elevator
  • Kitchen/Family Room Combo
  • Open Floorplan
  • PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
  • Thermostat
  • Walk-In Closet(s)
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5965 Gulf Of Mexico Drive
Longboat Key, FL 34228
Subdivision
LONGBOAT KEY
County
Manatee
Schools
Bayshore High
Martha B. King Middle
Anna Maria Elementary

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All Property Features

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Great Room, Inside Utility, Loft, Media Room, Storage Rooms
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Body of Water: GULF OF MEXICO
  • Builder: Bluewater Construction LLC
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Days on Site: 67
  • Directions: Coming from the south, head north on 41 to the John Ringling Blvd and over the bridge. Go west over the bridge through St Armand's Circle. Head north toward Long Boat Key. Follow Gulf of Mexico Drive north to the property. Coming from the north, head over
  • Disaster Mitigation: Hurricane Shutters/Windows
  • Exterior: Block, Concrete, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace Y/N: Yes
  • Flood Zone Code: VE, AE
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Stilt/On Piling
  • Frontage Gulf Ocean: 150
  • Garage: 7 car attached
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Home Style: Coastal, Contemporary, Custom, Elevated
  • Home Warranty Y/N: No
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Central Vaccum, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
  • Lot Description: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, In County, Oversized Lot, Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 1.64
  • Lot Size: 1.64 Acres
  • Model: Custom
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment, Generator
  • Other Structures: Cabana, Guest House, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s)
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parking: Covered, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street, Oversized, Garage, Tandem
  • Parking Notes: Covered, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station
  • Patio/Porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Infinity, Outside Bath Access, Salt Water
  • Property Attached Y/N: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof Type: Metal
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Showing Instructions: 24 Hour Notice, Listing Agent Must Accompany, ShowingTime
  • Spa: Heated, In Ground
  • Special Sale Provisions: None
  • Special View Info: Water
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Taxes: $82,342
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water: Public
  • Water Access: Beach, Gulf/Ocean
  • Water Access Y/N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Gulf/Ocean
  • Water View: Beach, Gulf/Ocean - Full
  • Windows: Storm Window(s)
  • Year Built: 2026
  • Zoning: R1SF