For those well-versed in the upper echelon of luxury accommodation, the name Rosewood stirs thoughts of elegant sophistication. Whether as a guest of one of their namesake hotels and resorts or as an owner of an esteemed Rosewood residence, every day spent in a Rosewood property is worth cherishing.
What began nearly 50 years ago with The Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas, Texas, has carried onto another 28 Rosewood branded properties worldwide. Each one offers a unique experience of unparalleled grandeur.
That lavish, pampering lifestyle comes home to Lido Key.
The Rosewood Residences Lido Key
Sarasota is well-versed in high-end, high-rise luxury. No fewer than two dozen properties occupy prime frontage overlooking Sarasota Bay or the Gulf of Mexico. Its unique geography and ample selection of residences allow you to live the waterfront lifestyle of your dreams, whether in Sarasota or on one of the adjacent barrier islands of Longboat Key, Lido Key, and Siesta Key.
It comes as little surprise a brand with a history as rich and as lavish as Rosewood would choose this area of Florida as the destination for one of its signature residences. The Rosewood Residences Lido Key promise to not only live up to the standards of world-class hospitality set by the brand's Sense of Place® philosophy but exceed it. That commitment starts with location.
The location
Once completed, the Rosewood Residences will occupy nearly four acres of beachfront near the southern end of Lido Key. The 11-story, 65-unit building will possess sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay, as it sits in a prime spot for taking advantage of the best the region has to offer.
For many, the ultimate prize is the two-minute walk from your luxury residence to the pristine white sands of Lido Key Beach. Others will appreciate the less than ten-minute walk to South Lido County Park, a 100-acre gem of natural beauty that provides active residents with opportunities for hiking, canoeing and kayaking, and combing the park's mile-long beach.
The draw of nearby Sarasota's culturally rich performing arts scene proves another welcome amenity for Rosewood residents. Downtown Sarasota, the Rosemary District, Sarasota Opera House, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, and numerous galleries and theaters are all a 10-minute drive across Sarasota Bay from the residences.
That also puts you moments from the region's best dining and shopping experiences, including those on St. Armands Key, the future Quay District, and Main Street Sarasota.
The building
When making an investment as consequential as the Rosewood Residence Lido Key, the building exterior and its related facilities must complement the interior opulence. As the first exclusively residential Rosewood property, the building is already earning its bonafides as a one-of-a-kind world-class property. Upon completion in 2025, the tower will house a modest 65 private residences across 11 floors, each with unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Establishing itself amongst the finest properties in Florida, the building's design team represents best-in-class artisans and engineers, including the high sophistication of Swedroe Architects, Miami, award-winning landscape architects Design Studio Boca, and the interior genius of Lillian Wu Studio, NY.
Selected building features will include:
- Expansive window wall system with full-height sliding doors
- Insulated interior walls optimized for thermal comfort and sound attenuation
- Engineered post-tension concrete slabs for maximum strength and sound attenuation
- Upgraded vertical main stack plumbing with superior sound suppression
- Emergency generator featuring a dedicated 120V 20A circuit for each residence
- High-performance exterior stucco finish
- Custom-outfitted private elevators, secure key-code access for residences, lobby, club level and garages
- Multiple service elevators
With attention to detail at every turn, one of the most anticipated aspects of the Rosewood Residences is the approach that greets owners and their guests upon returning home. From a dramatic porte-cochere, you'll pass a sculpted water feature, towering palms and tiered planters lush with native foliage and seasonal color before being met with a sweeping circular staircase, majestic chandelier and curated art.
The residences
Not unlike a lavishly affluent version of Inception, a home at the Rosewood Residences is akin to owning an oasis within an oasis within an oasis. But given the exquisite care for the layouts and masterful design and finish outs afforded each residence, you may never want to leave the initial dreamscape that is your home.
Positioned symmetrically above the expansive amenity level, eight floors with eight residences present the best of both worlds of luxury high-rise living—the option to be as secluded or sociable as one likes.
Units one and two on each floor are the showstoppers—your view is pure beach, pure ocean. Nearly 5,000 square feet of interior space and almost 750 square feet of outdoor terraces provide plenty of flexibility for entertaining guests or celebrating quieter moments with those closest to you.
The interior floor plans—units three through six on each floor—represent some of the most thoughtfully designed high-rise homes along the Gulf Coast. A precision-angled terrance in each unit means you don't have to sacrifice a stunning view for a floor plan suited to more modest needs. However spectacular those modest needs might be.
Ranging in size from 3,350 square feet with 482 square feet of terrace space (units five and six) to 4,081 square feet with 572 square feet of terrace space (units three and four), each layout boasts a den, wet bar, and service galley to maximize each home's entertaining potential.
Although units seven and eight are situated farthest from the ocean, your reward is the most terrace space of any of the high-rise units—771 in all, with views of both the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay. These units also feature the largest Grand Salon of any floorplan—almost 1,700 square feet—making cooking, dining, and entertaining a genuine highlight of the dramatic space.
Finally, those seeking a genuinely unique luxury space will want to explore possible ownership of the Rosewood Suite. The one-of-a-kind residence is effectively a transposed penthouse. Instead of occupying the top floor, the suite commands 7,419 square of amenity level, where one can step directly from their front door to the property's resident-only dining and game rooms and spa.
While the unit spares no expense in providing outstanding accommodation, the true hook is the Rosewood Suite terrace. At 2,757 square feet, it feels like a second home. It has room to dine in a trellis-covered outdoor kitchen, entertain while gazing upon breathtaking ocean views, or relax by (on in) the suite's private pool and hot tub.
The lifestyle
Perhaps not as publicized as such peer hospitality groups as the Ritz-Carlton and Four Seasons, Rosewood's commitment to providing a bespoke ownership experience is among the highest offered in luxury residential real estate. The Rosewood staff does more than cater to specific needs; they anticipate them.
Employing a gold standard of personalization, knowledgeable Rosewood team members set out to engage owners, get to know them and the lifestyle requirements that will best enhance their Lido Key investment. A home at the Rosewood Residence is an invitation to never having to sweat the small stuff, allowing the sophisticated property team to handle it for you.
Securing a residence with Rosewood, be it in Lido Key or any of their more than 30 international properties, extends to you the following support and services:
- Director of Residences
- Personalized concierge services for owners and their guests
- Valet and door attendant services
- 24/7 on-site security and secured residential floor access
- Fully staffed beach club, including food and beverage service
- Fully staffed owner's lounge, including food and beverage service
- 24-hour on-call emergency maintenance and repair
- Courier and mail service
- Common area care, including cleaning and maintenance for all interior shared elements and facilities and cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep and landscaping of all exterior
- areas and facilities
The amenities
Finally, no lavishly appointed beachfront high-rise is complete without an equally spectacular list of amenities. The Rosewood Residences Lido Key considers the services and lifestyle residents want most from such a singular ownership experience.
First defined by the aforementioned drive up to the residences—where the amenity is as much about the atmosphere created and the feeling of coming home to such a high standard of living.
Rosewood Residences Lido Key will feature the following menu of amenities upon completion:
- State-of-the-art fitness center and spa
- Owner's lounge
- Dining room and game lounge
- Beach Club and bistro cafe
- Infant play area
- Theater
- Guest suites
In addition, owners can access the following optional services through the property's dedicated concierge:
- In-residence dining, personal chef
- Catering and event planning
- Wine curation
- Pre-arrival provisioning, including grocery shopping, kitchen stocking
- Child care services
- In-residence personal training and spa treatments
- Pet care
- Private auto detailing
- Transportation assistance
- Laundry and tailoring services
- Household maintenance, minor repairs & painting
With only 65 residences, every experience here is intimate, and the resort-styled common areas make every activity feel like you're a member of the world's most exclusive club.
A trusted real estate partner
Are you interested in additional information about The Rosewood Residences? Or are you ready to buy another of the stunning luxury homes for sale in Lido Key or Downtown Sarasota? Contact The Fox Leiter Team today and allow our trusted team's experience and expertise to be your guide to Southwest Florida's exceptional real estate market.
