$1,699,000

3194 Charles Macdonald DrSarasota, FL 34240

  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 3,833 sqft
  • 0.47 acres
  • 40 days on market

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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Facts

Property type
Single Family Residence
Year built
1996
Stories
1
Garage spaces
3
Lot size
0.47 acres
Pool
Yes
Waterfront
No
Subdivision
LAUREL OAK ESTATES SEC 01
Community
Laurel Oak Estates
County
Sarasota
HOA fee
$1,107 / quarterly
CDD
0
Annual taxes
$7,413 (2025)
Flood zone
X
Pets
Yes
New construction
No
MLS #
A4708301

Features

Interior
Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Window Treatments
Appliances
Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
Heating
Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
Zoned
Exterior
Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Sidewalk
Patio & porch
Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
Pool features
In Ground, Deck, Gunite, Heated, Lighting, Outside Bath Access, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
Parking
Circular Driveway, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Guest, Oversized, Garage
Construction
Block, Stucco
Roof
Tile
Lot
In County, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, On Golf Course, Private, Sidewalk
View
Golf Course, Pool
Community features
Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
Association amenities
Fence Restrictions, Gated, Optional Additional Fees, Security, Vehicle Restrictions
HOA fee includes
Guard - 24 Hour, Management, Private Road, Security
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary school
Tatum Ridge Elementary
Middle school
McIntosh Middle
High school
Sarasota High

Location

Stellar MLS Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY. MLS # A4708301.

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