Marketing program ‘Casa del Carnevale’ 139 S Washington Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236 Once owned by Ringling Circus worker Joe McKennon and his wife Marion, Casa Del Carnevale pays homage to its circus legacy.
List price $10,750,000 Sold price $11,000,000
Online press coverage https://www.forbes.com/sites/reginacole/2020/08/25/a-fabled-florida-circus-estate-hits-themarket/?sh=2c9b6f53ffa9
https://pursuitist.com/daily-dream-home-casa-de-carnavale-a-12-5-million-sarasota-mansion-with-acolorful-history/
https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/home-and-real-estate/2021/01/st-armands-mansion-sold-for-11million
https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/home-and-real-estate/2020/09/charles-leigh-mansion-st-armands
https://fb.watch/avWRJVHxvt/
ssed
said the firm cut her salary by a quarter and eliminated her 401(k) match to
rage lost Nas, or
Herald-Tribune - 08/20/2020
back into her pocket to invest, a plus since stocks were at bargain prices, she
See MARKET, Page 2C Page : C01
mall s, or
all,
the QAmend t, alg it. banated U.S.oups mpapost ps – vioeech,
ack-
y is that ng a es in trafhiles
O
gned
Casa del Carnevale’s amenities include a central courtyard, Romanesque pool, a wine room, a billiard room, an elevator and maid’s quarters. GIANFRANCO SPAGNOLO
Casa del Carnevale on market at $12.7M St. Armands circus estate was built in 1936 Laura Finaldi
Sarasota Herald-Tribune
USA TODAY NETWORK
Casa del Carnevale, the luxurious St. Armands Circle circus estate with an Italian Renaissance design and a rainbow awning, is officially on the local real estate market for $12.75 million. The house, which was added to the
National Register of Historic Places in 2018, has five bedrooms, 61⁄2 bathrooms and multiple terraces featuring vistas, not to mention 171 feet of water frontage, including a private dock and glittering views of Sarasota Bay. Casa del Carnevale was the fifth residence to be built on St. Armands. It recently underwent a renovation to expand its total space to almost 10,000 square feet, while maintaining the
“This architecturally significant home presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Sarasota history.” Lisa Rooks Morris Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
See ESTATE, Page 2C
Copyright � 2020 Herald-Tribune - All rights reserved. Restricted use only 08/20/2020 August 20, 2020 11:40 am (GMT -4:00)
Powered by TECNAVIA
Herald-Tribune - 08/20/2020
2C ❚ THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020 ❚ THE HERALD-TRIBUNE
Page : C02
CORPOR
Casa del Carnevale was originally built in 1936 for Lavoris Chemical Co. co-founder Charles Leigh. GIANFRANCO SPAGNOLO
Estate Continued from Page 1C
integrity of the original design. Other amenities include a central courtyard and Romanesque pool, a wine room, a billiard room, an elevator and maid’s quarters. The property’s address is 139 S. Washington Drive. The home was built in 1936 for Lavoris Chemical Company co-founder Charles Leigh. His daughter, Marion Leigh McKennon, and her husband, Joe, took ownership in the 1950s. The McKennons had a legacy with
Fordham Continued from Page 1C
In a statement, Beatty said Ramsey “has significant operations experience and is well positioned to provide a stable, effective and patient-focused leadership while we conduct a search for a new CEO.” Fordham did not return a call to her cellphone requesting comment. Prior to moving to Venice, Fordham served as CEO of St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Under Copyright � 2020 Herald-Tribune - All rights reserved. Restricted use only 08/20/2020 August 20,her 2020leadership, 11:40 am (GMT Huron -4:00) Valley Sinai Hospital achieved a 4-star HCAHPS rating — the only hospital in the De-
the Ringling Brothers Circus as well as the local arts and cultural scene. “This architecturally significant home presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Sarasota history,” Lisa Rooks Morris of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty said. “In addition to its storied past, this home has been updated utilizing the most exquisite materials and finishes. Its sought-after waterfront location and resort-style amenities offer a private luxury lifestyle.” Rooks Morris is marketing the property exclusively from Premier Sotheby’s downtown Sarasota office. More information can be found on Premier Sotheby’s website.
Target ( growth, in year-histor consolidati ing their s pandemic. during the vices like c fections. B 10.9% duri For the fisc expected to according t tailers. But will see a 1.1 Minneapol customers $5 billion in bled 20% in ple focused in the seco mall-based creased mo in-store pic quarter. Ta share. That share for t costs and blowing pa cording to $22.7 billio • Home became th sales durin are finding the pandem spiked 35.1 doubled. L business p pers shut i line servic home proje lysts durin of these pro extra proj around the forward. W for the th $27.3 billio Wednesday lysts expec vestment R same-store rose 34.2% share, in th earnings w Associat
— with the caveat that the hospital had to pay to widen East Venice Avenue from the Jacaranda Roundabout to the hospital entrance, an estimated $5.7 million road-building project. About that same time, after state lawmakers did away with the Certificate of Need process, CHS opted to pause and reassess the impact of the new economy — where surgery centers and imaging centers were being built — along with competing specialty hospitals that would not have to jump through the same administrative hoops. Meanwhile, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System broke ground for its new hospital at Laurel and DIVIDENDS DE Powered by TECNAVIA Pinebrook Roads — one exit north, off of I-75. That hospital is expected to open in the final quarPeri
Print advertising in Sarasota Magazine
There has never been a better time to sell your property
THE MOMENT IS NOW
SIESTA KEY 4137 Higel Avenue $8,780,000 Judie Berger 941.928.3424
SIESTA KEY
With the number of listings under
CASEY KEY
8218 Sanderling Road $14,000,000 Joel Schemmel 941.587.4894
contract up significantly and
1044 North Casey Key Road $5,495,000 Tom Hedge 941.587.6660
property showings surging over this time last year, buyer demand will be unparalleled in the coming months.
POINSETTIA PARK 1807 Oleander Street $4,399,000 Frank Lambert 941.920.1500
SIESTA KEY 9230 Blind Pass Road $2,999,000 Peter Laughlin 941.356.8428
THE LAKE CLUB 8372 Catamaran Circle $1,997,000 Jim Soda & Laura Stavola 941.961.5857
The time is right to list your home.
PINE SHORE ESTATES 6438 Hollywood Boulevard $2,840,000 Mike Warm 941.525.2740
GOLDEN GATE POINT 136 Golden Gate Point #102 $1,925,000 Joel Schemmel 941.587.4894
LONGBOAT KEY
COUNTRY CLUB EAST
7140 La Lenaire Drive $1,295,000 Laurie Mock 941.232.3665
16415 Kendleshire Terrace $1,132,000 Jim Soda & Laura Stavola 941.961.5857
LONGBOAT KEY
LAUREL OAK ESTATES
565 Sanctuary Drive #B106 $825,000 Jo Rutstein 941.587.9156
CASA DEL CARNEVALE
2600 Tom Morris Drive $775,000 Jerry Zaback 941.350.6885
COUNTRY CLUB SHORES
139 Washington Drive South $12,750,000 Lisa Rooks Morris 941.544.3332
501 Yawl Lane $740,000 Dennis Girard 941.809.0041
SIESTA KEY
GRAND BAY OF LONGBOAT KEY
3919 Higel Avenue $639,900 Judie Berger 941.928.3424
3080 Grand Bay Boulevard #525 $595,000 Jo Rutstein 941.587.9156
SARASOTA
LAKEWOOD RANCH
2556 Ringling Boulevard $526,900 Frank Lambert & Anita Lambert 941.920.1500
7629 Silverwood Court $525,000 Jim Soda & Laura Stavola 941.961.5857
LAKEWOOD RANCH
ENCLAVE AT LAUREL PARK
VENICE ISLAND 304 Pensacola Road $475,000 Dan Olson & Maryanne Kurtz 941.223.0037
SOUTH CREEK 524 South Creek Drive $750,000 Melissa Caldwell & Courtney Green 941.266.8829
7002 Vilamoura Place $699,000 Yolanda Dwyer 941.284.0408
504 Laurel Park Drive $590,990 Robert Sherman & Janet Boyden 941.313.1301
HAMILTON CLUB 3994 Hamilton Club Circle #18 $899,000 Linda Dooley 941.400.7359
LIDO BEACH CLUB 1212 Benjamin Franklin Drive #308 $699,000 Karin Stephan 941.383.2500
PRESTANCIA
SIESTA KEY
7430 Monte Verde $559,000 Joel Schemmel & Sharon Chiodi 941.587.4894
6300 Midnight Pass Road #9 $549,000 Judie Berger 941.928.3424
LAKEFRONT RESIDENCE 1332 Thornapple Drive $474,900 Tamara & Todd Currey 941.587.1776
SARASOTA 1526 South Osprey Avenue $450,000 Dennis Girard 941.809.0041
TOU R O U R I N- P ERSON OPE N HOUS E S E LECT I ON BE LOW 1–4 P. M . ST. ARMANDS 301 Jackson Drive Jackie Kleppinger 941.320.0049 | $1,500,000
CASEY KEY ESTATES 1010 Gulf Winds Way Victoria Stultz & Christopher Bush 941.404.9504 | $1,399,000
NOKOMIS 111 Sunset Drive Victoria Stultz & Keri Allen 941.716.4420 | $945,000
SARASOTA/GULF GATE BRANCH 1760 Assisi Drive Liz Arme & Christopher Bush 941.404.9504 | $785,000
OSPREY 236 Hidden Bay Drive #501 Liz Snyder 727.424.6444 | $595,000
SARASOTA 400 Golden Gate Point #21 Tom Hedge 941.587.6660 | $595,000 | Open 12:30 - 2 p.m.
PAYNE PARK VILLAGE 413 Gowdy Road Robert Sherman & Janet Boyden 770.595.8139 | $558,990
PRESTANCIA 7685 Calle Facil Joel Schemmel & Sharon Chiodi 941.809.0380 | $535,000
VENETIA 4335 Corso Venetia Boulevard Martha Pike & Samira Easton 703.963.0622 | $500,000
OSPREY 232 Hidden Bay Drive #301 Sandy Gillette & Sharon Meier 407.927.5669 | $499,000
OSPREY 236 Hidden Bay Drive #303 Sandy Gillette & Thomas Netzel 941.504.0170 | $498,000
LONGBOAT KEY 5055 Gulf Of Mexico Drive #434 David Thomas 941.896.2949 | $395,000
PRESTANCIA 8069 Via Fiore Joel Schemmel & Sharon Chiodi 941.809.0380 | $395,000
BAYSO 149 Luxury Condominiums within Quay Sarasota Residences from the $800,000s to more than $3,000,000 Gregg Center | 941.220.0828
Z AHR ADA 6 Residences from $1.599M 6 Retail from $350K Anita Lambert | 941.920.1501 Frank Lambert | 941.920.1500 View video at PSIR3.com
Visit or call us for a private consultation
ListWithUsToday.com | 877.539.9865
GR ANADA PARK
MAGNOLIA PARK
West of Trail New Custom Homes from $918,500 $10,000 Design Center Bonus Peter Laughlin | 941.356.8428 View video at PSIR11.com
LAKEWOOD RANCH | 941.907.9541 LONGBOAT KEY | 941.383.1526 RENTALS | 941.364.4032
Condominiums from $279,000 Cynthia Wickson | 941.441.8060
SARASOTA - EAST | 941.260.8875 SARASOTA - DOWNTOWN | 941.364.4000 SARASOTA - ST. ARMANDS | 941.383.2500 VENICE TO PUNTA GORDA | 941.412.3323
PremierSothebysRealty.com
Sotheby’s International Realty® and the Sotheby’s International Realty logo are registered service marks used with permission. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity. Property information herein is derived from various sources including, but not limited to, county records and multiple listing services, and may include approximations. All information is deemed accurate.
View all of our listings at PremierSothebysRealty.com
CASA DEL CARNEVALE 139 South Washington Drive $12,750,000 Lisa Rooks Morris 941.544.3332
THE MOMENT IS NOW
COCOANUT BAYOU 265 Cedar Park Circle $5,495,000 Chris Wetzig 941.350.8083
With the number of listings under SIESTA KEY
POINSETTIA PARK
8218 Sanderling Road $14,000,000 Joel Schemmel 941.587.4894
SIESTA KEY
1807 Oleander Street $4,399,000 Frank Lambert 941.920.1500
contract up significantly and
4153 Higel Avenue $3,995,000 Judie Berger 941.928.3424
property showings surging over this time last year, buyer demand will be unparalleled in the coming months.
CORAL COVE 7462 Cove Terrace $3,980,000 Joel Schemmel 941.587.4894
THE LAKE CLUB 14839 Como Circle $2,195,000 Jim Soda & Laura Stavola 941.961.5857
GOLDEN GATE POINT 136 Golden Gate Point #102 $1,925,000 Joel Schemmel 941.587.4894
PRESTANCIA 7430 Monte Verde $559,000 Joel Schemmel & Sharon Chiodi 941.587.4894
STONEYBROOK AT VENICE 11640 Spotted Margay Avenue $395,000 Denise Poole 941.451.2812
VENICE ISLAND 747 Valencia Road $1,999,950 Martha Pike 941.716.4392
VENICE 1100 Sunset Drive $1,895,000 Martie Lieberman 941.724.1118
9601 9th Avenue NW $1,999,000 Louis Wery 941.232.3001
NOKOMIS
NORTHSHORE AT RIVIERA DUNES
115 Sunset Drive $1,200,000 Carole Gold 941.408.5029
SARASOTA 2556 Ringling Boulevard $526,900 Frank Lambert & Anita Lambert 941.920.1500
CONCESSION 19417 Ganton Avenue $345,000 Jim Soda & Laura Stavola 941.961.5857
1009 3rd Street East $1,050,000 Arnie DuFort 941.224.8602
VENETIA 4335 Corso Venetia Boulevard $500,000 Martha Pike 941.716.4392
304 Pensacola Road $475,000 Dan Olson & Maryanne Kurtz 941.223.0037
SARASOTA NATIONAL 23571 Awabuki Drive #102 $344,000 Debi Cohoon & Blake Robertson 941.877.2550
Z AHR ADA
149 Luxury Condominiums within Quay Sarasota Residences from the $800,000s to more than $3,000,000 Gregg Center | 941.220.0828
6 Residences from $1.599M 6 Retail from $350K Anita Lambert | 941.920.1501 Frank Lambert | 941.920.1500 View video at PSIR3.com
Visit PremierSIROH.com to view all of our live-streaming and in-person open houses.
PENINSULA AT RIVIERA DUNES 120 12th Avenue East $849,900 Art Paterson 941.302.8194
VENICE ISLAND
SOUTH CREEK 524 South Creek Drive $750,000 Melissa Caldwell & Courtney Green 941.266.8829
OSPREY
PAYNE PARK VILLAGE
1332 Thornapple Drive $474,900 Tamara & Todd Currey 941.587.1776
2405 Ezzell Court $414,948 Robert Sherman & Janet Boyden 941.313.1301
GRAND PALM 1195 Collier Place $327,500 Kim Vogel 941.254.1996
NEW DEVELOPMENTS
BAYSO
The time is right to list your home.
PALMA SOLA BAY
LAUREL HOLLOW 203 Laurel Hollow Drive $319,900 Debbie & Ron DoorenBos 941.525.6399
GRAND PALM 1206 Collier Place $318,000 Kim Vogel 941.254.1996
LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE DEVELOPMENTS BY VIEWING EACH VIDEO
GR ANADA PARK
MAGNOLIA PARK
West of Trail New Custom Homes from $918,500 $10,000 Design Center Bonus Peter Laughlin | 941.356.8428 View video at PSIR11.com
LAKEWOOD RANCH | 941.907.9541 LONGBOAT KEY | 941.383.1526 RENTALS | 941.364.4032
Condominiums from $279,000 Cynthia Wickson | 941.441.8060
SARASOTA - EAST | 941.260.8875 SARASOTA - DOWNTOWN | 941.364.4000 SARASOTA - ST. ARMANDS | 941.383.2500 VENICE TO PUNTA GORDA | 941.412.3323
PremierSothebysRealty.com
Sotheby’s International Realty® and the Sotheby’s International Realty logo are registered service marks used with permission. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity. Property information herein is derived from various sources including, but not limited to, county records and multiple listing services, and may include approximations. All information is deemed accurate.
Just Listed Eblast to Agents
Social Media Boosted Facebooks posts
Instagram Posts
YouTube
Mailed Postcard
PROPERTY SHOWCASE | Loeffler & Rooks Morris Group
Casa del Carnevale
$10,750,00 0 139 S. Washington Drive | Sarasota, Florida | 34236 Offered for only the third time in its noted history, Casa del Carnevale is an exceptional blend of Old World architectural appeal and luxurious modern appointments. Perfectly located in the St. Armands division of John Ringling Estates on St. Armands Key, the estate spans more than 30,000 square feet, including 171 feet of water frontage with a private dock and direct access to Sarasota Bay. Extraordinary attention-to-detail and craftsmanship guided an extensive renovation, with no expense spared in materials and artisanship. Meticulously designed landscaping surrounds the home in a tropical oasis. Interior has been expertly curated with custom tapestry, textile, mosaic, antiques and artwork. Offered fully or partially furnished.
Property ID: #A4474996
www.teamlrm.com
Casa del Carnevale
www.teamlrm.com
Rare Opportunity to Acquire Esteemed Historical Estate A grand Mediterranean Revival (Italianate) style home, Casa del Carnevale was built in 1936 for American business magnate Charles Leigh, who passed the estate on to his daughter, Marion Leigh McKennon, and her husband, Joe McKennon. The original builder, Paul Bergman, is also credited with having constructed the famed Powell Crosley Mansion. Standing in the St. Armands Division of John Ringling Estates on St. Armands Key, the home’s unique provenance is tied to Sarasota’s legendary Circus King, John Ringling, through Charles Leigh’s desire to help his friend by purchasing three lots from Ringling and through Joe McKennon’s lifelong devotion to the circus. When the McKennons retired to the estate in the 1950s after producing repertory theater ‘tent shows’ across the United States, Joe penned three historical books referencing Ringling Bros. Circus and served as an assistant curator of the Ringling Circus Museum. The McKennons were society xtures and remain well recognized for their philanthropic contributions to Sarasota’s arts and cultural institutions. Following their acquisition in 2001, today’s sellers bestowed the home’s name, ‘Casa del Carnevale,’ in honor of Joe McKennon’s o -handed reference to the house being built through carnival earnings. A complete renovation was undertaken in 2003, led by architect Wm. Thorning Little, restorationist builder Pat Ball, and landscape architect Michael Gilkey. Expanded from 4,000 to almost 10,000 square feet under roof, with over 7,800 square feet of airconditioned space, Casa del Carnevale retains the warmth of its original style but was entirely recon gured to surpass the standards of modern luxury living. Situated on a generous lot sprawling over 30,000 square feet, the estate features private dockage on 171 feet of water, expansive views of Sarasota Bay, and meticulously designed landscaping that surrounds the home in a tropical oasis. Extraordinary attention to detail and craftsmanship guided the 36-month renovation, with no expense spared in materials and artisanship. Casa del Carnevale has 5 bedrooms and 6 ½ bathrooms across two spacious levels. Multiple terraces on both levels o er both private retreat and ideal outdoor entertaining space, all enhanced by exquisite water views and the elegant central courtyard and Romanesque pool. The 65-foot pool features arched spraying fountains and iridescent glass tile. Three-car garage, elevator, and maid’s quarters ensure premium lifestyle conveniences. Further luxuries include a wine room, billiard room, and arched windows with custom impact glass specially designed for unobstructed views. Kitchen features premium nishes and chef-grade appliances, including Thermador gas range, double ovens, and Sub-Zero refrigerators. Throughout the home, exposed beams, warm wood tones, and natural stone complement custom ironwork and lend an intimate feel to generously apportioned rooms. Interior has been expertly curated with custom tapestry, textile, mosaic and artwork. O ered fully or partially furnished.
Casa del Carnevale
www.teamlrm.com
LIVING SPACE: 10,000 square feet under roof 7,800 + square feet A/C LOT SIZE: 30,000 square feet WATER FRONTAGE: 171 linear feet RENOVATION SPECIALISTS: Wm. Thorning Little | architect Pat Ball | builder Michael Gilkey | landscape
Casa del Carnevale
www.teamlrm.com
Master bedroom features a mural of the ballroom at the El Vernona, which was later renamed the John Ringling Hotel. The 1926 New Year's Ball scene was painted by Jim Hoskins, the late longtime set designer for the Asolo Theater.
5 bedrooms | 6 1/2 baths Spacious and intimate, Casa del Carnevale offers seamless flow with warm details that blend old and new. 200 year old pecky cypress throughout, including doors and paneling Wrought iron throughout patterned off of original foyer handrail and handforged by local artisans of Kreissle Forge, Inc.
Casa del Carnevale
www.teamlrm.com
3 FIREPLACES OUTFITTED WITH GAS LOGS DINING ROOM MANTELPIECE specially sourced from San Miguel, Mexico, dating mid 19th century CIRCUS SCULPTURE TILES in living room replace are custom-crafted by architect Wm. Thorning Little CHANDELIERS and WALL SCONCES THROUGHOUT blend original and custom fabrication 11 chandeliers 71 sconces CHEF-GRADE KITCHEN APPLIANCES Custom range hood Double wall ovens Thermador range Sub-Zero refrigerators in kitchen and pantry U-line bar refrigerator
Casa del Carnevale
www.teamlrm.com
CENTRAL COURTYARD ROMAN-FORM SWIMMING POOL 65-foot length Spraying fountains convert swimming pool to water feature Iridescent glass tile
Manicured tropical landscaping provides an exterior oasis to match an interior curated with period antiques, custom installments, and world-class finishes.
Casa del Carnevale
www.teamlrm.com
Security, function, and beauty define the exterior of Casa del Carnevale. SECURITY VIDEO CAMERAS: 3 exterior, 4 interior BOAT LIFT: Rated for 10,000 lb boat Additional jet ski lift WINDOWS: Additions feature MQ Windows of solid mahogany with retractable screens Miami-Dade rated 3-ply glass Impact glass
MULTIPLE TERRACES: Indoor space extends seamlessly to exterior luxury with multiple outdoor living spaces, including courtyard, dining terrace, and private balconies
A private oasis, perfectly suited for entertaining. CONVENIENCE & LUXURY: Maid's quarters Elevator Low voltage light switching with two 'all lights out' switches 3-car garage
Built in 1936 for Lavoris Chemical cofounder Charles Leigh Added to National Register of Historic Places in 2018 Renovation by architect Wm. Thorning Little, builder Pat Ball, landscape architect Michael Gilkey On the market for only the third time in property history O ered fully or partially furnished
Property ID: #A4474996
LOT SIZE: .69 acre UNDER ROOF: 10,000+ square feet AIR-CONDITIONED: 7,800+ square feet WATER FRONTAGE: 171 feet Private dock Direct access to Sarasota Bay 5 bedrooms | 6.5 baths 3-car garage Elevator Wine room Billiards room Maid's quarters 65-foot swimming pool
www.teamlrm.com