7715 WESTMORELAND DRIVE, Sarasota, FL 34243

• 5 beds |
• 5 baths |
• 4,782 sqft

Property Description

Step into history and timeless elegance at the House of Ringling, a landmark estate in Sarasota's coveted Whitfield Estates, built in 1918 for Alfred Ringling of the legendary Ringling Brothers. Spanning 4,782+/- sq. ft., this 5BR, 4.5BA masterpiece seamlessly marries Gilded Age opulence with modern luxury. A red brick walkway and expansive front lawn welcome you to this architectural treasure, where an oversized Grand Ballroom with a 21-foot ceiling, Venetian columns and a Renaissance-style coffered ceiling create an awe-inspiring focal point. Original pine floors, 12-inch baseboards and hand-poured antique glass in French windows and doors preserve the estate’s rich craftsmanship, as the reimagined chef’s kitchen is a showpiece, featuring Big Chill appliances, an 8-burner gas stove, Quartzite surfaces, a mother-of-pearl backsplash and backlit cabinets. The primary suite on the lower level offers floor-to-ceiling French doors opening to a private porch and the expansive pool deck. Upstairs, 2 ensuite bedrooms feature partial bay views. Hidden details, including a prohibition-era speakeasy/3rd bedroom at the top of the stairs and a secret room, add intrigue and charm. The home’s walls, crafted from Ringling railway car paneling, echo its storied past. Recent updates, including new plumbing, electrical, HVAC (5 units), and a new roof with extra tie-down straps, ensure modern comfort while preserving historic character. A detached 2-car garage and 2 driveways provide ample space, while the expansive Palm Beach-style courtyard invites relaxation. As one of the first Ringling Brothers homes in Sarasota, this estate offers a rare opportunity to own a living piece of history in a prime location near Sarasota Bay and downtown.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

June 16, 2026

Data Last Updated:

June 17, 2026 at 7:21AM

Listing Office:

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY : 941-383-6411

Listing Agent:

Ryan Ackerman, PA : 305-205-7700

MLS ID:

A4697116

Interior

• General: Accessibility FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s)Ceiling Fans(s)Crown MoldingEat-in KitchenHigh CeilingsOtherPrimary Bedroom Main FloorStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
• Rooms: Bonus RoomBreakfast Room SeparateDen/Library/OfficeFlorida RoomFormal Dining Room SeparateFormal Living Room Separate
• Appliances: Built-In OvenDishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRange HoodRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: In Kitchen
• Flooring: TileWood
• A/C: Central AirHumidity ControlMini-Split Unit(s)Zoned
• Heating: CentralElectricNatural GasHeat PumpPropaneZoned
• Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplace
• Disability Feature: Accessible BedroomCustomized Wheelchair Accessible

Exterior

• General: Hurricane ShuttersLightingPrivate MailboxSidewalkStorageHeatedIn Ground
• Style: CustomHistoricOther
• Other Structures: PorchRear PorchPatio
• Pool: Child Safety FenceDeckHeatedIn GroundLightingOther
• Parking: DrivewayGarage Door OpenerGarage Faces SideGround LevelOpenParking Pad

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: FrameTwoCrawlspace

Location

• Road/Access: Asphalt
• HOA Amenities: Annually
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Manatee

Lot

• Zoning: RSF3/WR/LOTS 45 & 6 BLK 4 WHITFIELD ESTATESUNIT NO 1 AS PER PLAT THEREOF REC IN PB 2 PGS 127-A & 128-A PRMCF; LESS THAT POR OF LOT 4 IN SD BLK 4DESC AS FOL BEG AT A PT ON THE N LN OF WESTMORELAND ST AT THE SW COR OF LOT 4TH SELY ON & ALG WESTMORELAND ST 21.5 FT; TH NELY 84.5 FT TO A PTWHICH PT IS 30.15 FT FM THE NW COR OF SD LOT 4; TH NLY 30.15 FT AT AN6673600000
• Fencing: Wood

Utilities

• Utilities: BB/HS Internet AvailableCable AvailableElectricity AvailableElectricity ConnectedPropanePublicSewer AvailableSewer ConnectedSprinkler WellWater AvailableWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple