Lee Wetherington Homes Offers $3.5 Million Home as Model Lease-Back

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LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 10, 2025--

Lee Wetherington Homes, a top rated privately owned custom luxury home builder in Sarasota, is pleased to offer its Sand Dollar model home, located in Shellstone at Waterside, for sale, with a model lease-back opportunity.

The Sand Dollar model is listed for $3,449,900 and features 3,289 square feet of living space, with three bedrooms and four bathrooms, plus a bonus room. The builder is offering a lease-back opportunity of 18 to 24 months.

“This unique opportunity will allow a buyer the advantage of locking in today’s early community pricing and availability for a future move-in,” said David Hunihan, Lee Wetherington Homes CEO. “It’s ideal for someone planning their future retirement or relocation, who wants the luxury of new construction and high-end interior design without undergoing the whole building process. You secure pricing, avoid disruption and the home is meticulously maintained and delivered later like brand-new — with built-in appreciation and a warranty.”

The home comes fully furnished with professional design touches incorporated throughout.

“We aimed for modern sophistication with the design of the Sand Dollar,” said Tracy Eisnaugle, design and creative director for Lee Wetherington Homes. “Rich wood tones, sleek metallic accents, dramatic wall and ceiling treatments, and a balance of layered textures help create a warm, yet refined, aesthetic. Signature elements include a climate-controlled wine vault, grand custom iron entry doors, exquisite detailing throughout and a dramatic wall of glass connecting the interior to the resort-style outdoor oasis.”

The outdoor living and dining space includes a luxury summer kitchen, infinity-edge pool and spa, and a panoramic screen enclosure, all overlooking a 200-acre lake.

“This home is full of unique luxury surprises, including a primary suite that’s hidden behind a wall of custom woodwork, and a pet lover’s dream drop zone, equipped with a built-in dog feeding station, cozy dog bed nook and a hidden dog gate,” said Eisnaugle.

Shellstone at Waterside’s premier amenities include a spacious social hall, state-of-the-art fitness center, resort pool and spa, firepit, poolside cabanas, poolside grill and fitness lawn. Residents will also enjoy the Midway Sports Park, a 13-acre destination, featuring pickleball, tennis, basketball courts, a multi-use event lawn, outdoor fitness, kayak launch, BBQ areas and trails.

The community is located in Waterside, Lakewood Ranch ’s first village in Sarasota County.

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