In Florida, living beautifully also means living thoughtfully. As hurricane season reaches its peak in September, homeowners across the state understand the value of residences that have been carefully restored, strengthened and enhanced. From significant flood-proofing remediation to updates designed to provide greater peace of mind, these improvements add another dimension to storm-smart luxury living. In Captiva, Redington Beach and Sarasota, three exceptional homes pair the Florida lifestyle we love with thoughtful enhancements made in response to Mother Nature, creating inviting places to live beautifully today and confidently look to tomorrow.
11516 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, FL 33924 | Listed by Jeffrey Burns and Tiffany Burns
A home that went unfinished for years and weathered Hurricane Ian as little more than a shell is on the market as one of Captiva Island's remarkable residential transformations. Known as Xanadu, an expression of contemporary coastal architecture in the heart of Captiva's historic Village, this magnificent six-bedroom, 6.5-bath residence is reimagined with impact windows, Hardie board siding and stucco exterior, to every interior finish, mechanical system and luxury amenity. Originally purchased in 2015, the property underwent renovation after water intrusion revealed extensive construction deficiencies. What began as targeted repairs evolved into reconstruction after additional issues were uncovered. Construction delays, permitting complications and Hurricane Ian left the home exposed for years before the project ultimately stalled. A builder with a knack for tackling restorations purchased the home and brought his construction and design team to Captiva, rebuilding it from its original concrete structure into what is essentially a new home. Today, nearly every structural, mechanical and architectural component has been replaced, transforming Xanadu into one of Captiva's compelling luxury residences.
16102 4th Street E, Redington Beach, FL 33708 | Listed by Caren Dana
Your beautiful four-bedroom, three-bath waterfront resort awaits. Be like a local and live here on a year-round vacation every day. With the wide-open waterway and 60 feet of waterfront, your dream boat can be easily accommodated. You can enjoy sunsets and sunrises, the dolphins and fishing off your expansive seawall or dock. So many upgrades this year have been added to give the next owner peace of mind, including a new wall in the back with large impact-rated windows, new plumbing and a clean out to the street, and new custom flood gates for all doors, including the garage. As this home is pristine, with everything permitted and remediated professionally, you can say this home has it all.
1475 John Ringling Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236 | Listed by David Liberatore
Direct Gulf boating access defines this contemporary four-bedroom, four-bath luxury residence in Sarasota’s Lido Shores. At the mouth of New Pass with 143 feet of waterfront, this eye-catching residence spans 3,936 square feet and provides unobstructed access to the Gulf of Mexico with no bridges between the private dock and open water. Significant improvements include first-floor upgrades completed in 2022, with impact-rated windows and doors installed in 2021, a roof system installed in 2021, and replacement of all three air-conditioning systems in 2023 and 2024. The main living level and mechanical equipment are above the base flood elevation in this magnificent waterfront community.
