4.8 67 Google reviews

Make Every Design Choice Fit Your Vision with the Leading Custom Home Builder in Sarasota

The goal isn’t more options. It’s landing on the right ones and never looking back. As a custom home builder in Sarasota, Lee Wetherington Homes aligns the design early to eliminate reworks and budget overruns.

Award-winning, proven custom home designs

Transparent upfront pricing, no surprises

45+ years of home building experience

Delivered on project-controlled timelines

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Fernando and Lucia Silva
5 reviews
★★★★★10 months ago

Choosing a builder is a huge decision, and we took our time to find the right fit. We’re absolutely thrilled to say that we made the perfect choice! From the very beginning, the design and finish selection process has been an absolute pleasure.

Savanna Scofero
1 review
★★★★★4 months ago

Lee Wetherington Homes is an outstanding company. Their commitment to building high-quality, energy-efficient homes is impressive, and they consistently demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail.

Douglas Leoni
13 reviews
★★★★★10 months ago

From start to finish, our experience with Lee Wetherington Homes has been nothing short of outstanding. Their reputation for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail is truly well deserved, and our new luxury home is a testament to their expertise.

Scott Silverman
20 reviews
★★★★★a year ago

WWe had our home built by Lee Wetherington five years ago in Lakewood Ranch, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional.

Sabrina Starck
4 reviews
★★★★★a year ago

Love working with everyone from LW! Tracy was amazing helping us design every detail! I would highly recommended! We hope the build goes as smoothly as everything has!

Kathleen Hartman
18 reviews
★★★★★a year ago

Beautiful model homes and working with their home representatives was so easy and educational. Making life easy for home buyers!

Kerry Kopasek
6 reviews
★★★★★3 years ago

The Lee Wetherington team is amazing to work with. Tracy Eisnaugle, the Design & Creative Director, has the style, grace, and professionalism it takes to create beautiful spaces.

Rebecca Zimmerman
283 reviews
★★★★★4 years ago

Their new model on Founder’s Club is going to be exquisite. Perfect placement of focal points onto greens, a bit of an atypical layout makes is fresh and special. Can’t wait for completion! I want to sell it to the lucky buyers!

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Closet interior designed by Lee Wetherington Homes, custom home builder Sarasota

Why Design Decisions Become the Hardest Part of Custom Building

Most cost overruns and delays start long before construction. They begin when design decisions remain unclear and expectations are not aligned early.
Too many options, not enough direction to decide confidently.
Finishes chosen separately can clash when viewed as a whole.
Design approvals take longer than expected, delaying permits and scheduling.
Late layout or elevation changes trigger rework, delays, and change orders.
Design intent gets lost between drawings, trades, and site execution.

Turn Uncertainty into Clarity with Award-winning Luxury Home Designs

Trusted by Florida Homeowners for Exceptional Custom-built Homes

A Home That Reflects Your Imagination in Every Detail

As a vetted custom home builder in Sarasota lead with design and detail, backed by industry awards, so your home feels cohesive, livable, and unmistakably luxurious from the very start.

Setting the Design Direction Early

We align the layout, elevation, and interior style at the start, so design decisions don’t keep reopening later in the process.
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High-End Finishes With Precision

From trim and millwork to tilework and cabinetry, details are installed to a luxury standard with consistent quality checks throughout the build.

Indoor–Outdoor Living That Feels Seamless

Lanais, openings, outdoor kitchens, and lounge areas are planned as part of the home, not added on, so the lifestyle feels effortless.
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Homes Built Keeping Functionality in Mind

Flow, storage, and everyday usability are built into the plan, so the home works beautifully long after move-in.

45+ Years of Luxury Homebuilding Experience

Awards like Aurora, SeaGlass, and Parade of Homes reflect the consistent results Lee Wetherington Homes has delivered as a custom home builder in Sarasota.
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Meticulous Craftsmanship Delivering Exceptional Homebuilding Experience

Fernando and Lucia Silva
5 reviews
★★★★★10 months ago

Choosing a builder is a huge decision, and we took our time to find the right fit. We’re absolutely thrilled to say that we made the perfect choice! From the very beginning, the design and finish selection process has been an absolute pleasure.

Savanna Scofero
1 review
★★★★★4 months ago

Lee Wetherington Homes is an outstanding company. Their commitment to building high-quality, energy-efficient homes is impressive, and they consistently demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail.

Douglas Leoni
13 reviews
★★★★★10 months ago

From start to finish, our experience with Lee Wetherington Homes has been nothing short of outstanding. Their reputation for quality craftsmanship and attention to detail is truly well deserved, and our new luxury home is a testament to their expertise.

Scott Silverman
20 reviews
★★★★★a year ago

WWe had our home built by Lee Wetherington five years ago in Lakewood Ranch, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional.

Sabrina Starck
4 reviews
★★★★★a year ago

Love working with everyone from LW! Tracy was amazing helping us design every detail! I would highly recommended! We hope the build goes as smoothly as everything has!

Kathleen Hartman
18 reviews
★★★★★a year ago

Beautiful model homes and working with their home representatives was so easy and educational. Making life easy for home buyers!

Kerry Kopasek
6 reviews
★★★★★3 years ago

The Lee Wetherington team is amazing to work with. Tracy Eisnaugle, the Design & Creative Director, has the style, grace, and professionalism it takes to create beautiful spaces.

Rebecca Zimmerman
283 reviews
★★★★★4 years ago

Their new model on Founder’s Club is going to be exquisite. Perfect placement of focal points onto greens, a bit of an atypical layout makes is fresh and special. Can’t wait for completion! I want to sell it to the lucky buyers!

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What Sets Lee Wetherington Homes Apart As a Custom Home Builder in Sarasota

Weekly, on-time trade payments that keep projects prioritized and schedules moving
Clear, consistent communication that ensures visibility, control, and no surprises
Award-winning designs that minimize redesigns and build uncertainty
Long-tenured teams that deliver consistent quality under faster timelines
Bedroom interior designed by Lee Wetherington Homes, custom home builder Sarasota

Dream Brought to Life!

The Lee Wetherington Homes Difference

For over 45 years, Lee Wetherington Homes has transformed thoughtful ideas into custom luxury homes in Florida, defined by precision, flow, and purpose. Every detail is intentional, creating homes that feel personal, refined, and built to last.

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See Your Home Take Shape With Clarity and Control With a Custom Home Builder in Sarasota

These steps help buyers finalize key decisions early, reducing revisions and keeping the construction on track.
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One Point of Ownership from Day One - Single trusted part

All architects, designers, and trades are coordinated through a single team, eliminating handoffs, delays, and accountability gaps.

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Upfront Transparent Pricing, Without Surprises

Floor plans, elevations, and design choices are finalized and priced upfront, preventing cost creep and late-stage surprises. [Pricing locked]

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Milestones Managed, Not Assumed

Build schedules are actively managed by experienced teams, keeping construction moving and reducing the risk of timeline slippage.

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Design Decisions Grounded in Real Homes

Award-winning model homes allow buyers to experience floorplan and finishes early, reducing redesign cycles, reworks, and surprises.

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Construction Engineered for Suncoast Conditions

Concrete-and-steel structural systems are used to address hurricanes, flooding, and soil conditions specific to Florida’s coast.

See How Your Luxury Home Comes Together Seamlessly

FAQs

How do I avoid endless design revisions when building a luxury home?

Revisions usually drag on when buyers start with too many options, and key decisions are made later in the process. To avoid this, choose a custom home builder in Sarasota to guide you through the design and ideation using well-defined plans, walk-throughs, and structured selections so decisions are finalized before construction begins.

Why do design changes impact the budget and timeline so much?

Because design changes often trigger engineering updates, permit revisions, material re-orders, and trade rework. Late changes create change orders and schedule disruptions, especially when long-lead items are involved. A disciplined custom home builder reduces this by locking scope and selections early.

How do luxury home builders help reduce the uncertainty and stress that come with a construction project?

Stress comes from unknowns like shifting pricing, unclear timelines, and fragmented responsibility. The best luxury home builders reduce that by offering upfront pricing clarity before initial financial closing, milestone-managed schedules, one accountable team coordinating all parties, and consistent progress visibility so buyers aren’t chasing updates.

Invest in a Design You Feel Great About From Day One!

Design certainty reduces stress, prevents rework, and keeps your build moving forward with fewer delays and fewer surprises.

Partner up with Lee Wetherington Homes and get:

Award-winning custom home designs

45+ years of luxury homebuilding experience

Model homes that bring designs to life

Transparent upfront pricing with fewer surprises

Take the fist step to building your dream home in Sarasota!