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$ 3,700,000

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3 Beds

3 Baths

3,066 SqFt

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$ 3,700,000

Est. payment | -/mo

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3 Beds

3 Baths

3,066 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,066 sqft

Price per Sqft $1,206

Subdivision Wells Bay Harbor

MLS Listing ID A4708586

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Construction Status Completed

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1972

Annual Tax Amount $18,788

Lot Size 0.470 Acres

Acres 0.47

Lot Dimensions 158x130

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Stellar MLS

Property Description

Tucked away at the very end of a quiet street in Anna Maria, 511 South Drive is a truly distinctive waterfront retreat offering exceptional privacy and nearly 180 feet of water frontage along Bimini Bay. Once featured in SRQ Magazine, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath residence—known as The Morris House—captures the relaxed beauty of island living, with dolphins, manatees and coastal birdlife providing an ever-changing backdrop. Originally built by Ross Built, the home is rich in British Arts and Crafts character, yet has been beautifully updated for modern living. Throughout the home, remarkable details speak to its history and craftsmanship, from a William Morris stained-glass window to a mantel sourced from a mansion in Great Britain. Since 2024, the home has undergone an extensive collection of thoughtful improvements, blending its distinctive character with beautifully updated interiors, enhanced outdoor living and important mechanical upgrades. A private courtyard surrounded by mature tropical landscaping and a charming koi pond creates a memorable sense of arrival. Step inside, and oversized windows and French doors frame the waterfront setting, immediately drawing your eye toward sweeping water views. The main level was extensively refreshed in 2025 with new wood-grain tile flooring, custom wood trim and baseboards, and built-in living room bookshelves crafted by a master carpenter. The kitchen was reimagined with new cabinetry, quartz countertops and a suite of high-end appliances including a Fulgor Milano range, ASKO dishwasher and a GE Monogram refrigerator. A Blanco undermount sink features instant ultra-filtered hot water, while the adjoining pantry received additional cabinetry and electrical upgrades. The downstairs bath was also updated with new cabinetry, quartz countertops and a new sink. Designed for both gathering and everyday living, the expansive great room opens to the waterfront setting, while a separate media room and game room offer additional spaces for entertaining. Two guest bedrooms on the main level open directly to the courtyard and share a Jack-and-Jill bath. The entire upper level is dedicated to the primary suite, creating a private retreat surrounded by spectacular water views. Windows and French doors span three sides of the bedroom, while the expansive private deck provides an idyllic setting for sunrise coffee or an evening cocktail. The primary bath features an oversized walk-in shower and a clawfoot soaking tub. Outdoor living has also been beautifully enhanced. The wraparound porch was screened in 2024, creating a wonderful extension of the interior living space overlooking the water. A new hot tub was added in 2025, followed by an outdoor shower and new pavers along the front and side of the home in 2026. A new irrigation system was also installed. Along the nearly 180 feet of waterfront, two docks invite you to embrace the boating lifestyle, including a boat lift for easy access to fishing and sunset cruises and an enclosed boathouse for fishing gear and water toys. Additional recent improvements include a new downstairs AC system, new split AC unit, new hot water heater, floor outlets, updated lighting, and more. Just minutes from the beaches, Pine Avenue's shops and restaurants and the Anna Maria City Pier, The Morris House offers a rare combination of architectural character, exceptional privacy and substantial water frontage —all within a remarkable setting in Anna Maria.

Location

State FL

County Manatee

Community Wells Bay Harbor

Area 34216 - Anna Maria

Zoning R1

Rooms

Other Rooms Bonus Room, Family Room, Great Room, Storage Rooms

Interior

Interior Features Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Heating Central

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Wood Burning

Furnishings Unfurnished

Fireplace true

Appliance Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer

Laundry Inside, Laundry Room

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Courtyard, Fire Pit, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters, Storage

Utilities Available Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Waterfront Description Bay/Harbor

View Y/N Yes

Water Access Yes

Water Access Desc Bay/Harbor,Canal - Saltwater

View Water

Roof Type Metal

Porch Covered, Deck, Screened, Side Porch

Attached Garage false

Exposure Northwest

Garage false

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, City Limits, Paved

Story 1

Entry Level Two

Foundation Slab

Lot Size Range 1/4 to less than 1/2

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Coastal, Florida

Structure Type HardiPlank Type

New Construction false

Construction Status Completed

Schools

Elementary Schools Anna Maria Elementary

Middle Schools Martha B. King Middle

High Schools Manatee High

Others

Pets Allowed Yes

Senior Community No

Ownership Fee Simple

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Special Listing Condition None

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Listed by Victoria Turner MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY

NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS

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