Founders Club Real Estate

Founders Club Real Estate

Welcome to Founders Club, a premier gated community nestled in the heart of Sarasota County, Florida. This exquisite subdivision offers a harmonious blend of luxury living and natural beauty, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an upscale lifestyle in a serene environment.

Founders Club is strategically located just east of I-75, providing residents with easy access to the vibrant city of Sarasota, renowned for its cultural attractions, fine dining, and stunning beaches. The community is surrounded by lush landscapes, offering a picturesque backdrop for your dream home. With meticulously manicured lawns and mature trees lining the streets, Founders Club exudes an inviting charm that feels both welcoming and exclusive.

One of the standout features of this subdivision is its championship golf course, designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones II. Golf enthusiasts will relish the opportunity to play on this beautifully maintained course, while residents can enjoy the clubhouse amenities, which include a fitness center, swimming pool, and social gathering spaces.

Families will appreciate the top-rated schools and nearby parks, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and community events. The Founders Club is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle that promotes relaxation, connection, and enjoyment of the natural surroundings.

Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, a vacation home, or an investment property, Founders Club offers a unique opportunity to embrace the Florida lifestyle in an idyllic setting. Discover your perfect home in this enchanting community today!

Newest Listings in Founders Club

$2,895,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ A4701528 MLS
Positioned behind the gates of Sarasota's prestigious Founders Club, this exceptional custom estate has been transformed through a comprehensive top-to-bottom renovation, offering timeless elegance, impeccable craftsmanship, and luxurious living in one of the region's most sought-after private communities. Every space has been thoughtfully reimagined with sophisticated finishes and refined design, creating a move-in-ready residence where luxury and effortless Florida living come together. Set on over half an acre overlooking a tranquil preserve of majestic ancient oaks, the home offers exceptional privacy and a seamless connection to its natural surroundings. A gracious wraparound drive, oversized three-car garage, and charming front porch create a memorable first impression, while new French-style front entry doors, already ordered and scheduled for installation, will provide an even more striking arrival. Inside, soaring ceilings, custom millwork, designer lighting, premium flooring, multiple fireplaces, and dramatic 10-foot sliding glass doors create an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere filled with natural light. The elevator-served floor plan provides effortless access between levels, while every bathroom has been beautifully renovated with luxurious, spa-like finishes.The stunning chef's kitchen has been completely reimagined with premium appliances, furniture-quality cabinetry, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, a generous center island, butler's pantry, built-in wine refrigeration, and exceptional functionality for everyday living and entertaining. The luxurious primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring French oak flooring, dual custom walk-in closets, direct lanai access, and a beautifully renovated spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and impressive walk-through shower. A richly appointed library with custom built-ins opens to a charming garden room, creating a peaceful retreat with French doors leading to the private gardens. A rare and highly desirable feature is the private first-floor guest suite with its own exterior entrance and full bath. Ideal for multigenerational living, a live-in caretaker, adult child, or extended-stay guests, this versatile space provides exceptional privacy and flexibility. Upstairs, an additional guest retreat offers a spacious loft, private bedroom and bath, kitchenette, and balcony overlooking the peaceful preserve. The outdoor living experience has been transformed into a private resort featuring a brand-new outdoor kitchen, fireplace, heated saltwater pool and spa, resurfaced pool, updated equipment, and a new panoramic pool enclosure with hurricane-rated screening that beautifully frames the preserve while providing peace of mind. Additional features include a whole-house generator, water filtration system, custom closet systems, and oversized three-car garage, providing exceptional comfort and convenience.Residents of The Founders Club enjoy 24-hour guard-gated security, an acclaimed Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course, clubhouse, fitness center, Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, fine dining, and a vibrant social calendar. Golf and social memberships are available but not required. Ideally located minutes from downtown Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, world-renowned beaches, exceptional dining, shopping, and celebrated arts and cultural attractions, this remarkable estate presents a rare opportunity to enjoy one of Sarasota's finest luxury lifestyles.

3360 Founders Club Drive, I-75 East
$2,295,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ A4701527 MLS
Welcome to The Founders Club, one of Sarasota's most prestigious private golf communities. Perfectly positioned on an exceptionally private ½-acre homesite with tranquil lake and preserve views, this custom Lee Wetherington estate offers an extraordinary blend of timeless elegance, refined craftsmanship, and effortless Florida living. Spanning over 5,400 square feet, this residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a private office, bonus room, and flexible safe room. Grand living spaces with soaring ceilings, solid-core doors, custom millwork, and impact-rated doors and windows create an exceptional sense of quality, while walls of glass seamlessly connect the sophisticated interiors to the breathtaking natural surroundings. The heart of the home is a beautifully renovated chef's kitchen, appointed with premium appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a dramatic waterfall island, and an open design ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The adjoining family room and expansive glass-enclosed Florida room, with a fireplace and wet bar, create an inviting space for year-round indoor-outdoor living. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring dual custom walk-in closets and a stunning spa-inspired bathroom thoughtfully renovated with designer finishes, creating a serene, resort-like experience. Upstairs, a private guest suite with its own balcony offers comfortable accommodations and peaceful lake views. Outside, the resort-style heated pool and spa overlook tranquil water and preserve views, providing the perfect setting to relax and enjoy Sarasota's year-round sunshine. A 40-kilowatt whole-house natural gas generator offers exceptional comfort and peace of mind. The Founders Club offers an unparalleled lifestyle with just 262 homesites. Residents enjoy access to a recreation center offering yoga and pilates classes, as well as Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, and a kid's playground. Membership at the Founders Golf Club is optional offering both golf and social memberships. The renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course offers members easy tee times and is one of the only walkable courses in the region. Members enjoy a a grand Southern-style clubhouse, fine dining, a year-round social calendar, and a 24/7 fitness facility. It’s more than a home—it’s a lifestyle curated for those who appreciate understated luxury and quiet prestige. All just minutes from exquisite dining, shopping, and the vibrant art scene of downtown Sarasota, as well as Sarasota's incredible beaches.

3548 Founders Club Drive, I-75 East
$1,850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ A4701311 MLS
Welcome to this exceptional London Bay Isabella model, perfectly positioned within the distinguished gated community of The Founders Club, home to the award-winning Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course. This elegant pool home offers over 2,800 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and an oversized 3-car garage. Meticulously maintained and enhanced with luxury upgrades, the home includes a completely upgraded electrical service panel and distribution system, automated emergency backup generator, and exceptional details designed for comfort and peace of mind. The open-concept floor plan showcases soaring ceilings, crown molding throughout, elegant tray ceilings in the great room, dining room, and primary suite, sophisticated coffered ceilings in the chef's kitchen and den, custom plantation shutters, designer window treatments, and abundant natural light. The spacious living area flows seamlessly into the outdoor living space, creating the perfect setting for Florida's indoor-outdoor lifestyle. At the heart of the home is a beautifully appointed chef's kitchen featuring a professional Thermador stainless steel appliance package, custom wood cabinetry, stone countertops, dramatic full-height natural stone backsplash, large center island, built-in wine refrigerator, and premium reverse osmosis water purification system. Multiple dining areas provide flexibility for both intimate meals and elegant entertaining. The private primary suite offers tranquil views, an elegant tray ceiling, dual custom walk-in closets, and direct access to the resort-style pool and lanai. The spa-inspired en-suite bathroom features a therapeutic jetted soaking tub, seamless glass-enclosed walk-in shower, and private water closet. Two additional guest bedrooms and full bathrooms provide comfort and privacy, including a beautifully appointed guest bath with custom glass-enclosed tile shower. The versatile den with coffered ceiling is ideal for a home office, library, or hobby space. Step outside to a private outdoor oasis featuring an architecturally enhanced entry, professionally designed landscaping with mature estate palms and tropical plantings, and an expansive screened lanai. The resort-style heated pool includes a dedicated high-efficiency heating system, oversized paver deck, upgraded heavy-duty pool enclosure screening, elegant architectural columns, landscape lighting, and a fully automated irrigation system. This exceptional outdoor space provides the perfect backdrop for relaxing mornings or entertaining guests year-round. The Founders Club offers an exclusive lifestyle with only 262 homesites, featuring a recreation center with yoga and Pilates classes, Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, and a children's playground. Membership at The Founders Golf Club is optional and offers golf and social memberships, a renowned Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship course, Southern-style clubhouse, exceptional dining, year-round social events, and a 24-hour fitness facility. More than a home, this is a lifestyle defined by exceptional craftsmanship, refined luxury, and timeless elegance, all just minutes from fine dining, upscale shopping, downtown Sarasota's arts and culture, and world-renowned Gulf Coast beaches.

3342 Founders Club Drive, I-75 East
$3,249,000
4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ A4697693 MLS
Welcome to 9261 McDaniel Lane, a breathtaking residence in the exclusive Founders Club where timeless architecture meets a completely reimagined interior and an extraordinary outdoor retreat designed to rival the finest luxury resorts. Every inch of this exceptional home has been transformed with uncompromising attention to detail, creating a move-in ready masterpiece that blends warmth, timeless finishes, and modern elegance. Upon entry, rich engineered oak flooring flows seamlessly throughout the home, setting the stage for refined yet comfortable living. Fresh interior and exterior paint provide a crisp, contemporary aesthetic while enhancing the home’s architectural beauty. The heart of the residence is the stunning newly designed chef’s kitchen, thoughtfully curated with custom finishes, striking surfaces, and an impressive suite of high-end appliances that deliver both elevated style and exceptional performance. Designed for entertaining and everyday luxury, the kitchen opens effortlessly to the surrounding living spaces where exquisite designer lighting creates ambiance and serves as functional artwork throughout the home. Every bathroom has been completely renovated into a private spa-like retreat, showcasing elevated finishes, elegant fixtures, and carefully selected details that bring a sense of tranquility and indulgence. Beyond the interiors, the outdoor living experience is simply unforgettable. Surrounded by newly enhanced landscaping and lush tropical beauty, the expansive outdoor setting offers a level of serenity and visual impact rarely found. Whether hosting unforgettable evenings under the stars, enjoying quiet mornings with coffee, or spending weekends immersed in Florida’s year-round sunshine, this outdoor sanctuary delivers an atmosphere of unrivaled beauty and privacy. Seamless indoor-outdoor living invites every room to connect effortlessly to the natural surroundings, creating a residence that feels both grand and intimate. No detail has been overlooked in this extensive transformation, with luxury upgrades and thoughtful enhancements elevating every aspect of daily life. Located within one of Sarasota’s most coveted private golf communities, The Founders Club offers an unparalleled lifestyle of exclusivity, natural beauty, and refined living. This is more than a home—it is a complete reinvention of luxury where impeccable craftsmanship, exceptional design, and extraordinary outdoor spaces come together to create an exceptional opportunity unlike anything else on the market.

9261 Mcdaniel Lane, I-75 East
$2,895,000
3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ A4689202 MLS
Set along the 11th green within the private, guard-gated Founders Club, this custom residence by John Cannon Homes captures sweeping views of the golf course, lake, and preserve across a beautifully positioned 0.69-acre homesite. Spanning over 5,700 square feet, the two-level design is both elegant and highly livable, with soaring ceilings, detailed millwork, and a natural flow that supports both everyday comfort and large-scale entertaining. A gracious foyer introduces formal living and dining spaces, while the heart of the home opens to a spacious family room and chef’s kitchen featuring premium appliances, a Wolf gas cooktop, oversized island, walk-in pantry, and a sunlit breakfast area framed by aquarium glass overlooking the water and fairways. Walls of French doors create a seamless transition to the expansive screened lanai, where the pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, and covered living areas are surrounded by tranquil views, an ideal setting for quiet mornings or evening gatherings. The primary suite is thoughtfully designed as a private retreat, complete with a sitting area, custom office, dual boutique-style closets, and a spa-inspired bath with a hydrotherapy tub, oversized shower, and dual water closets. Two additional guest suites are positioned in a separate wing for privacy. Upstairs, accessible by elevator or stairs, is a generous bonus room with a wet bar, fireplace, and a full bath that opens to a terrace with long, open views across the course, easily adaptable as a fourth bedroom or private guest quarters. Additional highlights include a wine cellar, butler’s pantry, travertine and hickory flooring, coffered ceilings, impact-rated openings, and an oversized three-car plus garage. The Founders Club spans 700 acres of preserved natural beauty, offering a refined yet relaxed lifestyle with optional membership to its Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed championship golf course, clubhouse, dining, fitness center, and tennis and pickleball amenities. This home is defined by its scale, setting, and architectural integrity, and is positioned within one of Sarasota’s most established private communities.

3129 Founders Club Drive, I-75 East
$3,200,000
5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ A4667067 MLS
Refreshed and back on the market! Lakefront masterpiece in the prestigious Founders Club. Crafted by renowned builder Todd Johnston, this 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom home offers 6,800 square feet of sophisticated living space. Luxurious craftsmanship abounds as you enter through the grand formal double-door entry featuring a mosaic marble inlay opening to coffered ceilings soaring above elegant hardwood and travertine marble floors throughout. Extensive millwork and hand built cabinetry highlight quality at every step. The gourmet kitchen boasts double Sub-Zero refrigerators, a six-burner Viking gas range with griddle, and a dedicated wine room with 100 bottle storage and double wine fridges. The luxurious owners wing encompasses the primary bedroom, palatial bathroom, two large walk-in closets, and two additional bonus rooms perfect for a nursery, wellness space, secondary office, or additional living space. A spacious home theater is adjacent to this luxurious wing. Also on the first floor you'll find a large and sophisticated study with exquisitely crafted cabinetry and built-in book case for professionals working from home or private reading space. Guests will appreciate the first-floor guest suite with en suite bathroom, wet bar, and refrigerator. The downstairs bonus room offers flexibility as a fifth bedroom or game room. Upstairs are two more bedrooms each with their own bathroom as well as a large family room and balcony. This estate lot brings sweeping views of the lake and golf course from the manicured lawns and the heated saltwater pool and spa surrounded by tumbled marble pavers and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen—ideal for entertaining. A whole house generator, new roof (2020) and newer AC units. Residents of The Founders Club enjoy world-class amenities, including an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course, elegant clubhouse with dining, fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, sand volleyball, and scenic walking trails. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this magnificent home yours!

4085 Founders Club Drive, I-75 East
$2,999,000
3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ A4596324 MLS
Enjoy life in the private gated community of The Founders Club, encompassing 700 total acres with only 262 home sites. The Cameron, London Bay's last NEW CONSTRUCTION luxury home in TFC, overlooks a stunning view of the community's private Robert Trent jones, Jr. championship golf course. The Founders Club is minutes from University Town Center and many fine dining and shopping choices. Featuring 3,323 sq. ft. of living space, the model showcases London Bay's latest designs. Clean line architectural styling and details highlight an expanded outdoor destination and an open floor plan. The great room and dining area's 10 ft. sliding glass doors floor to an alfresco space, which offers living and dining areas, an outdoor kitchen with remote controlled bug screens, a fire pit, a lavish pool and spa, as well as a terrace surrounded by lush landscape. The master suite offers two walk-in closets and provides an additional private access to the pool terrace via a French door. Adjoining the master bedroom is a luxurious and spacious bathroom with dual vanities and a custom, all glass shower. The Cameron has 4,830 total under roof square feet, including a three-car garage. This home has many upgrades. THE PURCHASE OF A SIGNATURE GOLF MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE OF THIS HOME.

3739 Caledonia Lane, I-75 East
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