3194 Charles Macdonald Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Carioti
Listed by: roger pettingell, kelly rosenberg
Office: coldwell banker realty
MLS#:A4708301
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,699,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$331.06
- Monthly HOA dues:$369
About this home
Set against an expansive backdrop of manicured fairways, this beautifully updated Arthur Rutenberg residence captures the space, privacy and indoor-outdoor lifestyle that make Laurel Oak Estates so desirable. Positioned on nearly half an acre with sweeping golf course views, the custom four-bedroom, four-bath home offers more than 3,800 square feet of single-level living, a three-car garage and a resort-inspired screened pool and spa.
A circular pavered drive leads to double entry doors and a light-filled interior with high 12’ ceilings, architectural detailing and generous proportions. The thoughtful split-bedroom floor plan balances defined living and dining spaces with an open kitchen and family room designed for everyday comfort and entertaining. Built-in cabinetry and a wet bar enhance the living room, while abundant windows and sliding doors draw attention to the pool and golf course beyond.
The kitchen was refreshed in 2025 with new quartz countertops, backsplash and lighting, complementing rich wood cabinetry, a substantial center island, breakfast bar and walk-in pantry. Premium appliances include Sub-Zero refrigeration, Wolf cooktop, two built-in Wolf ovens and a Miele dishwasher. The adjoining family room was renovated in 2024 with custom built-ins and luxury vinyl flooring, while a separate office with extensive built-in workspaces creates an ideal work-from-home setting.
Privately positioned, the spacious primary bedroom features dual walk-in closets and a completely renovated 2025 en-suite bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub, dual vanities, quartz surfaces, walk-in shower and private water closet. Three additional bedrooms provide excellent flexibility, including two connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath and a private guest suite with an en-suite bath renovated in 2022 with quartz counters, new cabinetry and a zero-entry shower.
Outside, the expansive screened lanai creates a private resort-like setting overlooking the Jones Course. Covered lounging and dining areas surround the saltwater pool and raised spa with waterfall feature, while a summer kitchen with granite countertops and bar seating makes entertaining effortless. The pool heater and glass blocks at the pool and spa were replaced in 2025.
Additional improvements include two new Lennox HVAC systems in 2024, a 2017 tile roof, epoxy flooring and built-in cabinetry in the three-car garage, a 50-amp EV charging outlet and interior painting throughout most rooms in 2025.
Laurel Oak Estates offers a gated setting with private roads and 24-hour guard service, with membership at Laurel Oak Country Club available separately. Conveniently located east of Downtown Sarasota, the community provides easy access to UTC, Lakewood Ranch, Waterside Place, Sarasota’s renowned dining, arts and cultural attractions, and the Gulf beaches of Siesta Key.
Beautifully updated, exceptionally spacious and designed to embrace its golf-course setting, 3194 Charles MacDonald Drive offers a compelling combination of privacy, single-level living and resort-style outdoor space in the heart of Laurel Oak Estates....
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Home facts
- Year built:1996
- Subdivision & Development:LAUREL OAK ESTATES SEC 01
- Listing ID #:A4708301
- Added:27 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 30, 2026 at 02:53 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:4
- Flooring:Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
- Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Kitchen Description:Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Wet Bar, Wine Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:High Ceilings, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living area:3,833 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Zoned
- Heating:Central, Electric, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Tile
- Year built:1996
- Building area:3,833 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.47 Acres
- Lot Features:Landscaped, Near Golf Course, On Golf Course, Private, Sidewalk
- Architectural Style:Custom
- Construction Materials:Block, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Deck, Front Porch, Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Patio, Private Mailbox, Rear Porch, Screened, Sidewalk
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Schools
- High school:Sarasota High
- Middle school:McIntosh Middle
- Elementary school:Tatum Ridge Elementary
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,699,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$331.06
- Tax amount:$7,413 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Built-in Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Irrigation Equipment, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer
- Amenities:BB/HS Internet Available, Built-In Features, Cable Available, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Fence Restrictions, Gated, High Ceilings, Irrigation Equipment, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Optional Additional Fees, Phone Available, Security, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Underground Utilities, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vehicle Restrictions, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Pool features:Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Outside Bath Access, Pool/Deck, Private Pool, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Guest, Oversized
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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