$3,300,000
About this home
Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire Villa Serena Inn, an iconic, historic Mediterranean-style landmark originally established in 1926 in the heart of Sarasota, Florida. Steeped in architectural character and artistic flair, this distinctive property features signature vibrant murals, lush courtyards, and versatile indoor-outdoor spaces. Perfectly positioned for a boutique hospitality operator, creative retreat center, or unique event venue, Villa Serena Inn combines old-world Florida charm with flexible commercial income potential. Key Property Highlights • Historic 1926 Architecture: Timeless design elements, classic masonry, and rich historical significance that appeal to cultural travelers and boutique seekers. • Turnkey Versatility: Currently configured to accommodate guest rentals, private workshops, community events, and artistic gatherings. • Prime Sarasota Location: Situated in one of Florida’s most culturally vibrant and high-demand coastal markets, known for its arts scene, beaches, and thriving tourism. • Distinctive Aesthetic Appeal: Characterized by vibrant hand-painted murals, charming courtyards, and an intimate, secluded ambiance that creates an immediate sense of place. • Income-Producing Flexibility: Excellent potential for short-term luxury rentals, boutique bed-and-breakfast operations, micro-weddings, wellness retreats, or creative corporate events. Potential Uses • Boutique Inn / Bed & Breakfast/ Non transient apt. • Private Event & Wedding Venue • Creative Arts, Workshop, or Wellness Retreat Center • Corporate Executive Retreat Facility
Property details
- MLS
- Stellar MLS
- MLS #
- MFRS5160031
- Property type
- Hotel/Motel
- Subdivision
- WHITFIELD ESTATES ON SARASOTA BAY I
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- N/A
- On market date
- October 25, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 1.1 acres
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.7:1
- District
- MANATEE
- Enrollment
- 780
- Student:teacher ratio
- 16.6:1
- District
- MANATEE
- Enrollment
- 46
- Student:teacher ratio
- 5.8:1
- District
- MANATEE
Walkability
Blended score for SARASOTA's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
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