Additional Information
Additional Lease Restrictions
Minimum rental period in unincorporated Sarasota County is 30 days.
Additional Parcels YN
false
Additional Rooms
Breakfast Room Separate, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Formal Dining Room Separate
Alternate Key Folio Num
0021030008
Appliances
Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Association Fee Requirement
Optional
Building Area Source
Public Records
Building Area Total Srch SqM
384.71
Building Area Units
Square Feet
Calculated List Price By Calculated SqFt
345.82
Construction Materials
Block, Stucco
Cumulative Days On Market
6
Disaster Mitigation
Safe Room
Elementary School
Emma E. Booker Elementary
Exterior Features
Lighting, Private Mailbox
Fireplace Features
Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Flood Zone Date
2024-03-27
Flood Zone Panel
12115C0044G
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Window Treatments
Internet Address Display YN
true
Internet Automated Valuation Display YN
true
Internet Consumer Comment YN
true
Internet Entire Listing Display YN
true
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Washer Hookup
List AOR
Sarasota - Manatee
Living Area Source
Public Records
Living Area Units
Square Feet
Lot Features
Corner Lot, In County
Lot Size Square Feet
104124
Lot Size Square Meters
9673
Middle Or Junior School
Booker Middle
Modification Timestamp
2026-01-25T02:01:08.984Z
Other Structures
Guest House, Other, Shed(s)
Patio And Porch Features
Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Public Remarks
Discover the extraordinary charm of 3012 Desoto Road, an exceptional property nestled in the heart of Desoto Acres. Spanning an impressive 2.4 acres—nearly a hectare of prime land—this unique estate features a serene pond and five on-site buildings. * * * Step inside the main house, a historic gem built in 1957, offering 3, 470 square feet of character and warmth. Adorned with terrazzo floors, smooth ceilings, two inviting stone fireplaces, and warm wood paneling, this home exudes the timeless charm characteristic of properties of its era. With five spacious bedrooms and a den equipped with a Murphy bed—often utilized as a sixth bedroom—there’s ample space for family and guests. The large pool, enclosed in an elevated cage installed in 2012, invites you to relax and enjoy the view of the expansive surrounding property and spectacular canopy trees. The large on-property pond offers peaceful spaces for quiet reflection and the enjoyment of its natural beauty. * * * The delightful 1, 000-square-foot guest house, built in 1994 and fully renovated just three years ago, features one bedroom and a full bath, making it perfect for visitors or as a private retreat. * * * Among the 3 additional on-site buildings, you’ll find a self-contained, air-conditioned atomic bomb shelter with a ½ bath that dates back to the 1950s (remember the Cold War or the Bay of Pigs?) - - - it is still fully functional today; a handy storage shed; and, even though the home is connected to public water, the water utility building houses a water pump, ensuring you have reliable access to water in any emergency. * * * This property has a rich history, having served as an auxiliary rectory for Catholic priests for decades. The expansive property provides a serene sense of seclusion - - - and with 14 strategically placed security cameras, an unparalleled sense of safety. * * * All the windows are hurricane-strength, the pool was just resurfaced in 2023, and the inclusion of an electric car charger in the two-car garage adds to the property’s modern conveniences. Offered with most furnishings included, this home is not just a place to live but a unique lifestyle opportunity. Its distinctive character has even attracted the attention of television, with an episode of "Cops" filmed inside, making it a part of pop culture lore. Don't miss your chance to own this remarkable estate!
RATIO Current Price By Calculated SqFt
345.82
SW Subdiv Community Name
Desoto Acres
Security Features
Closed Circuit Camera(s), Security System
Showing Requirements
Supra Lock Box
Status Change Timestamp
2026-01-18T13:32:07.000Z
Tax Legal Description
LOT 5 LESS R/W DESC IN RPB 2 PG 10 ALSO LESS CHANCERY ORDER BOOK 3 PAGE 206 & W 25 FT OF LOT 6 BLK H DESOTO ACRES ORI 2001041302
Total Acreage
2 to less than 5
Universal Property Id
US-12115-N-0021030008-R-N
Unparsed Address
3012 DESOTO RD
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Public
Vegetation
Trees/Landscaped
Water Body Name
POND LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY
Water Frontage Feet Pond
225
