1516 Southbay Drive, Osprey, FL 34229

Description

Coastal contemporary in Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club, a waterfront community 12 miles south of Sarasota and 1.5 miles to Pine View School, the No. 1 school in Florida. This substantial home has been completely renovated – white quartz countertops, bamboo strand-woven flooring, stainless steel appliances, repiped, newer AC, water heater, roof, pool equipment, electric panels and windows replaced. The kitchen is a show-stopper hosting a separate cooktop island/exhaust hood and copious amounts of cabinetry. A dramatic, doubled-sided gleaming quartz fireplace segments the great room, dividing the dining and family rooms. Vaulted ceiling with beams freshly painted. Disappearing sliders lead to the expansive pool outdoor area. Southern view of serene greenbelt. The master suite possesses a free-standing spa tub, dual sinks and shower stall. A crystal chandelier dresses the walk-in closet. The guest room hosts a Murphy bed. The front corridor, lined with walls of closet storage, hosts two bedrooms that share a bath. The third suite contains the final two bedrooms, pool bath and bonus room. The 7-acre yacht harbor has direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, with no fixed bridges to the Gulf - 5 miles away. With a 6-foot depth at mean low water in the entrance channel, the boat basin accommodates 175 vessels, from personal watercraft to 55-foot yachts. Kayak storage. Walking paths lead to the newly renovated clubhouse with fitness, pool, library and ballroom. Tennis, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, playground. Active community with bowling, Mahjong, Bunco, family fun nights, etc. Full-time manager.