Add in on top of that a gorgeous mansion filled with laughing and playing children and now you have Villa Devita.  And, I, the fortunate Realtor have the pleasure of marketing it for the owners who are now ready to sell it. 

We are so pleased to have been featured in the Sarasota Herald Tribune today on both the front page of the entire paper and also on the front page of the Real Estate Section.  A home run!!  Thank you to Harold Bubil for such a great story and for so tastefully telling the story of Richard and Colleen AND for so nicely honoring the memory of Jackie Devita, the real vision behind the home.  We are all grateful to him for a job well done.

Enjoy reading about the home and the property. 

Read the full front page article in the Sarasota Herald Tribune here

Read the full real estate section article in the Sarasota Herald Tribune here

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Welcome to one of Sarasota’s most distinctive estates. Situated on the only bay front lot adjoining the gardens of historic Spanish Point and located within the Oaks Country Club, this Georgian- Style residence has been masterfully renovated by National award winner Gary Roberts of Bamboo Homes.

The elevated terrace at the rear of the home is nearly 60 feet long with tumbled marble floors, octagonal gazebo and summer kitchen and is the perfect venue for enjoying a morning coffee or taking in a gorgeous sunset at the end of the day. Steps away through the lush tropical gardens on an entirely separate lot sits the enormous Palm Beachstyle pool area with clover-shaped pool, extra-large Jacuzzi and beautifully designed pool house.

Once inside, family and friends have the option to gather in one of many warm and inviting spaces including a dramatic yet comfortable family room, formal living and dining rooms, beautiful paneled library, game room or the stunning chef-ready kitchen. We invite you to explore all this estate has to offer. Motivated seller would also consider partial trade.

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Offered at $6,900,000

Welcome to this exquisite bay front estate known as Malvern Oaks. This private Georgian-style residence sits gracefully on two home sites that adjoin the gardens of historic Spanish Point. A crowning jewel on one of Sarasota’s most prestigious avenues, the grandeur of this home is steeped in the English tradition of the village that bears its name. Your impressions will tell you the eye of a master builder was at work. Impressive main rooms are an entertainer’s dream while the master suite is fit for royalty. The huge Palm Beach-style pool area is unmatched and is a symbol of the incredible lifestyle afforded this grand home.

Entertaining will be nothing short of a pleasure in this wonderful setting. As friends and family gather in the warm and inviting heart of the home, the chef will enjoy preparing meals in the fabulously appointed kitchen. With an abundance of gorgeous handcrafted cabinetry, rare Tanzia granite surface tops and solid bronze fixtures, the design of this space shows true creativity. Enjoy a 48” gas Wolf cook top, Wolf oven, two Asko dishwashers, Advantium speed cook and microwave oven and SubZero refrigerator and freezer. For added luxury and convenience there is a built-in Meile coffee, Espresso and Cappuccino maker. A second catering kitchen equally well-appointed is only steps away when the gathering calls for additional help.

With the feel of European craftsmen having labored over the intricate woodwork in this spacious family room, the ambience is nothing short of totally delightful. Pegged aged Oak floors with wide planks and a signature Edward Fields custom-designed rug grace underfoot. Towering oak-beamed ceilings and gorgeous wall treatments add to the splendor and will warm visitors into relaxing and getting lost in captivating conversation. Twelve Oak Tourchere sconce lights adorn the room with their warm glow. Take in the views of the bay while lounging in front of the grand windows or curl up in front of the fireplace on those rare, cool Sarasota evenings. This is where one can totally relax and feel at home.

Whether inside the home or on the grounds of this estate with its enormous Palm Beach-style swimming pool, gracious living abounds in this residence fit for royalty.Carrera marble flooring with Verona marble accents lay the foundation for the elegant and spacious living room. Four large columns stand as entry to the room forcing the eye upward to a majestic tray ceiling with its romantic, gold covering.Lighted, recessed niches grace the sides of the very rare, bark-style marble fireplace with its antique mantle and white, marble hand-carvings.Directly off this grand space is the home’s gentile library for quieter times. Octagonal walnut floors set the stage for this most charming area. Knotty Pine cabinets and raised panel floor to ceiling walls give the room a warmth that is rare to our modern day living. With gorgeous lighted cabinetry, the family’s books are protected behind glass doors with intricate detailing. The custom-made, wood mantel with black opal marble fireplace is just one more gorgeous focal point of this home. Tucked away for the working professional is a separate office area that is hidden from sight.

Only a bird’s eye view allows one to take in the beauty of this estate at one glance.For those individuals seeking the coveted lifestyle of The Oaks Club with its amenities and security, the freedom of living directly on the glorious Sarasota waters and the grandeur of a fabulous, custom-built, luxury residence, this is the only property of its type in all of SarasotaCounty. The elevated terrace at the rear of the home is nearly 60 feet long with tumbled marble floors and concrete balustrades and railing and is perfect for taking in a gorgeous sunset as part of your daily routine. With a separate pool house, room for a guest house to be constructed, an oversized motor court that can accommodate 20 cars, a 5-car garage, a summer kitchen in gazebo, and many private walkways and courtyards amid the fabulously landscaped grounds, this home is unparalled and offers an incredible lifestyle for the fortunate ones who call it home.