One of the most magnificent gulf front estates near Sarasota, known as southwest Florida’s "cultural coast, " Villa de Paradiso overlooks the Gulf of Mexico's crystal waters and is beautifully sited on 200 feet of pristine beach on the exclusive 8-mile island of Casey Key. With over 10,000 sf of living area, this world class designed residence by noted architect George Merlin offers amenities sought by the most discerning buyer. Gated and walled, the residence is accessed via a porte-cochere with circular drive and motor court. Brilliantly curated interiors create a welcoming feeling of warmth, featuring custom stonework, frescoes and intricate ironwork. The residence lives both elegantly and casually, with formal living and dining rooms, and a cook's dream kitchen that opens to a generous family room with informal dining. With six ensuite bedrooms--one utilized as an office--there are two grand master suites, a home theater, ground level exercise room, and garages to accommodate 8 vehicles. A magnificent outdoor living room wraps the gulf side, with a summer kitchen, an infinity edge pool and spa. Lovely gardens and a 3-hole putting green complete the setting. Whether you enjoy beach-combing, watching dolphins swimming offshore, or making memories with family and friends, Casey Key, noted for having no high rise development nor traffic lights, easy access to shopping, dining & cultural pursuits in Venice & Sarasota, invites you to its magical oasis. Venice Municipal and SRQ airports are nearby.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
1.42 acresLot Size
$1,426Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 car garageParking
Listed by Deborah Beacham• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bought with Nora Johnson• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
Bought with Klaus Lang• MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
8
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.42 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
10,291
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sarasota County
APN
0168020009
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RE-2
Residential Estate District
The RE Districts permits large lot, estate-type development. A limited number of nonresidential uses are allowed, subject to the restrictions and requirements necessary to preserve and protect the low-density estate character of the district; The RE Districts are generally used to implement the Comprehensive Plan within those areas shown as Semi-Rural, Low Density and Moderate Density Residential on the Future Land Use Map. Locations on the Barrier Islands that have existing RE zoning are acknowledged, and are considered to be consistent with the Future Land Use Map; however, such lands shall not be rezoned to a more intensive RE District; Agricultural uses permitted under the OUE-2 District prior to October 27, 2003, shall continue to be permitted uses on those parcels converted from OUE-2 to RE-1 zoning.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Veterinary clinic
Park & open space
Jul 1, 2025 • Final
Residential roofing
Tear off and replace the roof with tile.
Roofing
Jun 30, 2025 • Final
Residential roofing
Tear off and replace the roof with tile.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System, Water Purifier, Wine Refrigerator
Flooring: Marble, Wood
Building Elevator YN: 1
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
Roof: Tile
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Wrap Around
Middle Or Junior High School: Laurel Nokomis Middle
High School: Venice Senior High
Location Information
Directions: South on US 41 from downtown Sarasota, approximately 15 miles to west on Blackburn Point Road, turn south (left) onto Casey Key Road and proceed approximately 4 miles. Home will be on the west side of newly paved road.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 8.0
Sq. Ft.: 10,291
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Sarasota County
APN: 0168020009
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 1
Home Warranty YN: No
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 207
Status Contractual Search Date: 2019-11-25
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 1161.21
Green Information
Direction Faces: East
Home Information
Living Area: 10291
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 956.06
Building Area Total: 25160
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab, Stilt/On Piling
Security Features: Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Security System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Laurel Nokomis School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
Venice Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 71-79% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 108° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$13.94M – $16.87M
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