Lee Wetherington Homes breaks ground on new Coquina model at Shellstone
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SARASOTA, Fla. - Floridant -- Lee Wetherington Homes (https://lwhomes.com/), a top rated, privately owned custom luxury home builder in Sarasota, recently broke ground on the Coquina, a new model home at Shellstone in Waterside at Lakewood Ranch.

The 3,083-square-foot, single-story home features three bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a den and bonus room, pool and expansive outdoor living areas. Coquina offers a fresh interpretation of Spanish Revival and Modern Mediterranean design, with an earthy luxe aesthetic that layers rich wood tones, natural stone, mixed metals and patterned tile against a warm, largely monochromatic palette.

Distinctive architectural details will include a custom arched iron pivot door, wrought-iron accents, vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams and a dramatic stone fireplace. Throughout the home, mosaic tile focal points, antique mirror accents and organic textures will add character while maintaining a rich, curated feel.

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"The Coquina reflects what we want to bring to Shellstone, which is a design with real character that also feels completely at home in Florida," said Tracy Eisnaugle, design and creative director for Lee Wetherington Homes. "Its Spanish Revival influences give it a warmth and richness that's distinctive, while the open, light-filled design and seamless connection to outdoor living reflect the way people want to live today. We're excited to bring something truly special to this growing community."

The new model joins a community designed around both indoor and outdoor living. Shellstone residents have access to The Summit, the community's newly opened more than 10,000-square-foot amenity center that features a spacious social hall, state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pool and spa, firepit, poolside cabanas, grilling area and fitness lawn.

Residents also enjoy Midway Sports Park, a 13-acre recreation destination with pickleball and tennis courts, basketball courts, outdoor fitness areas, a kayak launch, barbecue areas and walking trails.

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Shellstone is located in Waterside, Lakewood Ranch's first village in Sarasota County, which includes 10 distinctive neighborhoods centered around Waterside Place Town Center.

"Shellstone is a true jewel within the top ranked Lakewood Ranch community that has consistently earned top ratings among multi-generational and master-planned community surveys nationwide," said David Hunihan, CEO of Lee Wetherington Homes. "Lakewood Ranch continues to outperform broader national and regional trends, and Shellstone is a neighborhood where homes are crafted for connection; something that buyers have become much more deliberate about when choosing a place to live. Our clients are looking for long-term value, top rated lifestyle, schools, health care and amenities, and Shellstone delivers on all of these, which is why we will continue our investment in this exceptional community with new innovative model designs like the Coquina."

The Coquina model is expected to open to the public in late summer/early fall 2027.