4600 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE #206, Longboat Key, FL 34228

NEW PHOTOS...CHECK OUT THIS BAY FRONT CONDO! With abundant natural light, beautiful upgrades and 200+ SF more space than the average condo, this light and bright waterfront home is in a PET FRIENDLY community and is meticulously maintained. With two bedrooms/two bathrooms, this corner end unit home (1523 SF) has great bay views, an open concept floor plan, porcelain tile floors throughout (no carpet!), plus an expansive kitchen/great room/lanai overlooking Sarasota Bay. With breathtaking views from every room including the bedrooms (each with direct access to the enclosed lanai), the openness of the floor plan creates a wonderful connection to the water, nature and tropical breezes. The newly renovated kitchen has a large breakfast island open to the great room and features stainless appliances, quartz counters, full height backsplash with iridescent Mother of Pearl mosaic tiles, 42" cabinetry plus a large window overlooking landscaped gardens, a pool and the glow of evening sunsets. The water view primary bedroom is a welcoming retreat and features ample closet space including a walk-in closet and private ensuite bathroom with double bowl vanity, quartz counters and custom shower. Imagine drifting off to sleep as the moon rises over the bay or being greeted each morning by dolphins as they start their day too! The inviting second bedroom also has great water views and is perfect for guests with its large barn door enclosed closet or could be a perfect home office for that much sought after work-life balance. For peace of mind, this home features top of the line PGT hurricane impact windows including 22' of floor to ceiling windows on the lanai, newer HVAC, as well as newer Storm Door, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher and Dryer. This home also has in-unit laundry and a private storage room at your under-building parking spot. Located in the bay front community of Windward Bay, you'll have the best of both worlds...Boat slips, manatee watching and fishing on the Bay plus three Beach accesses on a pristine stretch of Gulf of Mexico sand. With only 151 homeowners, Windward Bay residents enjoy the privacy and serenity of 26 unspoiled bay front acres. You'll feel like you're living in a private resort yet are close to championship golf, professional marinas, and the restaurants, cultural events and shopping of downtown Sarasota and St. Armands Circle. To help you enjoy your water front lifestyle, there are first come boat slips available for lease ($30/month or $35/month if the boat owner installs a lift) as well as kayak storage and 2 kayak launches. Also for your pleasure are 2 heated pools (one is just outside your door) sauna, fitness center, tennis, pickle ball, bike racks, clubhouse with catering kitchen and library, 2 marinas, 2 fish cleaning stations, BBQ grills at each building, fire pits, outdoor dining tables, 1/2 mile of walking paths and on-site professional management. And if your family includes Fido and Fifi, they will love it here too. There are ample green spaces and 2 pets are allowed (max weight of 75 pounds), even for renters. For those seeking rental income, this community is a reliable producer due to its location and abundant amenities. Rentals are allowed immediately upon ownership with a one-month minimum lease up to twice per year. Copy and open link for a walk through tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=g2nWdYChP52