Get new listings emailed daily! JOIN SIGN IN
Matthew Faul
Commercial & Residential Real Estate
(941) 345-3255
Facebook Icon LinkedIn Icon Twitter Icon 
Refine Search
$2,785,000

7796 Alister Mackenzie Drive Sarasota, FL 34240 Residential - Single Family Active

  • 7796 Alister Mackenzie Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240 Main Photo

52 Total Photos [Click to View All]

Description

With a level of scale and versatility rarely available in Laurel Oak Estates today, this residence is set on an oversized lakefront corner lot just under three-quarters of an acre, offering exceptional privacy, long water views, and a true legacy opportunity within the community.Designed for both gracious entertaining and everyday living, the home unfolds through expansive yet inviting spaces filled with natural light and framed by soaring ceilings and tranquil lake views. Multiple living and gathering areas create an effortless flow, allowing the home to feel equally comfortable hosting large celebrations or quiet evenings at home.At the heart of the residence, the chef's kitchen anchors the main living areas with custom cabinetry, stone surfaces, a generous center island, and a built-in wine bar, ideal for connection, conversation, and entertaining. Architectural details such as eight-foot solid doors, crown molding, and thoughtfully scaled rooms add warmth and timeless character throughout.Five private en-suite bedrooms provide comfort and flexibility, including a spacious primary suite with spa-like bath and generous closet space. A separate lakefront guest residence offers exceptional versatility and privacy, featuring northern exposure, soaring ceilings, loft space, and a private balcony, ideal as an in-law suite, art studio, private office, or retreat.Outdoor living is calm and expansive. A screened pool and spa, paver lanai, outdoor shower, and courtyard with fountain create a peaceful setting for relaxation and entertaining, all overlooking the lake. The .6896 acre lot provides a rare sense of openness and privacy within the community.Additional features include a circular drive, multiple garages including a separate garage for the guest residence, multiple zoned air-conditioning systems, and a newer tile roof supporting comfort, efficiency, and ease of living.Located within the gated enclave of Laurel Oak Estates, homeowners enjoy a beautifully maintained setting with optional country club membership offering golf, tennis, dining, and social amenities, providing the freedom to engage as fully or as privately as desired.This is a residence designed not just to impress, but to be lived in, shared, and remembered.

Property Highlights

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Cooling: Central Air
Garage: 4 car attached
Heating: Central
Lot Size: 0.69 Acres
Roof Type: Tile
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $18,579
Year Built: 1991

General Information

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6 Full 1 Half
Sqft: 7,639
County: Sarasota
High School: Sarasota High
Subdivision: LAUREL OAK ESTATES
Listed By:
Jessica Stiegel EXP REALTY LLC 888-883-8509

Amenities

Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Ceiling Fans(s)
Crown Molding
Dry Bar
Eat-in Kitchen
High Ceilings
Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Open Floorplan
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Solid Wood Cabinets
Stone Counters
Thermostat
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Balcony
French Doors

Room Information

Primary Bedroom: 15x20
Great Room: 16.4x40.4
Kitchen: 14.6x17.8
Dining Room: 37x27

Property Features

Appliances: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
Days on Site: 11
Directions: From I-75, take Bee Ridge Road and head east. Continue on Bee Ridge Road through the traffic circle and take the exit onto Gary Player Boulevard. Proceed to the Laurel Oak Estates guard gate. After entering the community, continue on Gary Player Boulevard
Exterior: Block, Stucco
Fireplace: Gas
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flood Zone Code: X
Flooring: Marble, Tile, Wood
Foundation: Slab
HOA Fee: 1036/ Quarterly
HOA Y/N: Yes
Home Warranty Y/N: No
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Lot Dimensions: 0.69
Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Ownership: Fee Simple
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pool: In Ground
Property Attached Y/N: No
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Sewer: Public Sewer
Showing Instructions: Supra Lock Box, Appointment Only
Special Sale Provisions: None
Swimming Pool: Yes
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water: Public
Water Access Y/N: No
Water View: Lake
Zoning: RE2
$2,785,000
5beds
6.5baths
7,639sqft
4cars
Active
BEDS5 BATHS6 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET7,639 MLS#A4682766
STATUSActive PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONLAUREL OAK ESTATES

Get in Touch

Contact an agent to learn more about

7796 Alister Mackenzie Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240.

Contact Form

Preferred Communication Method:

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Payment

$ 11,753.88 per month $9,393.34 Principal & Interest $1,548.25 Property Tax $812.29 Homeowner's Insurance

Change Payment Information

%
years/fixed
yearly
yearly (est.)
(Payments are an estimate and may vary by lender)

About this area

Florida/Sarasota
Sarasota

View Listings

About Sarasota

Sarasota, FL is a cultural gem. Once home to the Ringling Brothers Circus, Sarasota boasts a rich arts scene that brings people from all over the area to enjoy world-class theater, music, and other performing arts. Sarasota is also a haven with spectacular scenery, turquoise water and white sandy beaches. It offers a delightful downtown with a variety of small boutiques and exceptional restaurants. With its dynamic culture and arts scene and incredible natural beauty, Sarasota is a wonderful place to call “home.” 

Learn More About Living in Sarasota, Florida

About this community

Disclaimer: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information on this site was last updated 03/03/2026. The listing information on this page last changed on 03/03/2026. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of Delta Media Group MLS (last updated Tue 03/03/2026 12:32:12 AM EST) or Stellar MLS (last updated Tue 03/03/2026 12:14:05 AM EST). Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Wagner Realty may be marked with the Internet Data Exchange logo and detailed information about those properties will include the name of the listing broker(s) when required by the MLS. All rights reserved.

Listing data and photos distributed by MLSGRID
Member Participants (and their affiliated licensees, if applicable) shall indicate on their websites that IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing, that the data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID, and that the use of the MLS GRID Data may be subject to an end user license agreement prescribed by the Member Participant’s applicable MLS if any and as amended from time to time. MLS GRID may, at its discretion, require use of other disclaimers as necessary to protect Member Participant, and/or their MLS from liability.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.



Privacy Policy / DMCA Notice / ADA Accessibility

Login to My Homefinder

Pixel