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PRICE $725,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 3
BATHS 2
HOME SIZE 1,900 sqft
LOT SIZE 26.00 ac

This spacious waterfront villa lives like a single-family home yet offers the ease of maintenance-free living! Enjoy breathtaking Sarasota Bay and canal views from this 1,900 sq. ft. residence"”the largest in the community. Thoughtfully designed, it features a waterfront great room, two generously sized bedrooms, two beautifully updated bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a third bedroom, home office, or private in-law/nanny suite with its own exterior entrance. The open-concept kitchen overlooks the great room and boasts quartz counters, abundant cabinetry, new stainless-steel appliances, and ample workspace. A separate, oversized laundry room with newer full-sized machines even offers the potential to add a third bathroom. The waterfront Florida room and private patio are perfect for grilling the catch of the day, dining under the stars, or watching manatees and dolphins swim by. Inside, an attractive neutral palette, easy-care luxury vinyl plank flooring (no carpet), and hurricane-impact windows provide both comfort and peace of mind. The attached covered carport allows easy access for groceries and luggage. Windward Bay offers exceptional resort-style amenities: two heated pools with complimentary chaises, saunas, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, shuffleboard, boat slips ($45/month or $50/month with an owner-supplied lift), kayaking and paddleboarding (storage/launches $35/year), fishing, and three deeded beach accesses. Stroll or bike through 26 acres of professionally landscaped bayfront grounds, or head across the street to Zota Beach Resort for fine dining and sunset cocktails. This proactive community has passed its structural integrity inspection and is certified for another ten years. Owners may rent twice per year with a one-month minimum and no ownership waiting period"”ideal for generating income while enjoying a peaceful coastal lifestyle. Exceptionally pet-friendly, Windward Bay welcomes two large pets up to 75 lbs each, with pet comfort stations throughout the property. Even Renters can have pets...a uniquely appealing feature for those seeking rental income. Seize this rare opportunity to own a tranquil island haven that combines space, style, and simplicity in a paradise-like setting. What could be better? It could be yours!

DAYS ON MARKET 79 LAST UPDATED 11/29/2025
TRACT WINDWARD BAY AMD YEAR BUILT 1974
COMMUNITY 34228 - Longboat Key COUNTY Manatee
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op

SCHOOLS
Elementary School Anna Maria Elementary
Jr. High School Martha B. King Middle
High School Bayshore High

PRICE HISTORY
Prior to Nov 29, '25 $735,000
Nov 29, '25 - Today $725,000


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
AMENITIES Cable TV, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Pest Control, Sewer, Trash, Water
APPLIANCES Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
AREA 34228 - Longboat Key
CONSTRUCTION Stucco
EXTERIOR Dock, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Tennis Court(s)
HEAT Central
INTERIOR Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
LOT 26 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Public Transit, Paved, Waterfront
PARKING Covered, Deeded, Guest, Off Street, Open
POOL Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap
SEWER Public Sewer
STORIES 1
STYLE Mediterranean
SUBDIVISION WINDWARD BAY AMD
TAXES 5878
UTILITIES Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Canal, Water, Garden
WATER Public
WATER ACCESS SARASOTA BAY/ICW/CANAL
WATERFRONT Yes
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION Canal Front, Beach Access
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