Views are priceless and incredibly breathtaking! Penthouse along the bay with million-dollar water views of Sarasota Bay and convenient deeded beach access, rare pet-friendly, two-pet community, two marinas with boat slips, and across from one of two pools, the pickleball/tennis courts and clubhouse. Potential rental investment/second home opportunity: This penthouse may be leased two times a year with a one-month minimum. Prime location mid-island and ideally situated providing spectacular sunrises from the living room and both bedrooms, as well as breathtaking sunsets from the kitchen and front entry. This two-bedroom and two-bath penthouse with plenty of storage, also features an amenity-rich community: two marinas with a boat slip/Jetski slips (28 slips/waitlist), convenient deeded beach access and two public beach access points, two pickleball/tennis courts, two heated pools, kayaking/kayak racks, two saunas, fitness room, meeting room, two community fire pits, community grills, shuffleboard, bike racks, clubhouse with kitchen, library, a half mile of waterfront trails and elevators. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances as well as a reverse osmosis system for drinking water at the kitchen sink. This penthouse unit is unique from the other units in that the prior owner opened the kitchen to have water views of the Sarasota Bay and an open view to the dining and living rooms. There are water views from every room in this penthouse. The washer and dryer are Bosch and conveniently in the owners closet. The second bedroom features a Murphy bed and lots of built-in closets for clothing and storage. Windward Bay is convenient to St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, championship golf courses, pickleball and tennis courts, boating, fishing, the beach, award-winning restaurants, shopping, Publix, coffee shops and music venues. Google Windward Bay location to see the surrounding area. This Windward Bay community has undergone improvements in the last couple of years and features, among other items, new roofs on all of the mid-rises and in December 2023 for this Building B, HVAC enhancement, new catwalks, new railings and new exterior paint. See complete list under documents. Phase I Milestone Inspection completed and passed so no need for Phase II Milestone Inspection and certified for another 10 years. Reserve study also completed. Be sure to tour in person to experience this amazing opportunity to own on Longboat Key and be close enough to the new St. Regis Resort to enjoy their beach tiki bar and restaurants. Easy to show with convenient showing times.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15 x 12
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 11
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 6
- Florida Room Dimensions: 23 x 8
- Living Room Dimensions: 23 x 14
- Florida Room Level: First
- Living Room Level: First
- Extra Room-1 Description: Florida Room
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Level: First
Interior Features
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Crown Molding
- Kitchen/Family Room Combo
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Solid Surface Counters
- Solid Wood Cabinets
- Stone Counters
- Thermostat
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Furnished Description: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Window Features: Drapes, Impact Glass/Storm Windows, Rods, Solar Screens
Appliances
- Convection Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Water Purifier
- Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Closet
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Central, Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10 x 10
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: SARASOTA BAY, ICW
- Water Features: Bay/Harbor, Beach, Beach - Access Deeded, Gulf/Ocean, Gulf/Ocean to Bay, Intracoastal Waterway, Marina
- Bay/Harbor
- Intracoastal Waterway
- Marina
Exterior and Lot Features
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Shower
- Sauna
- Sidewalk
- Sprinkler Metered
- Storage
- Tennis Court(s)
- Other Structures: Tennis Court(s)
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Common, Covered, Ground Level, Guest, Under Building
Land Info
- Lot Description: FloodZone, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Sidewalk, Paved, Private
Home Features
- View: Pool, Tennis Court, Water
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Association Fee: 1303
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1595
- Association Name: Meryem Billaouadil
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
- Pet Description: Pet Restrictions: Two pets with max weight of 75 lbs. at maturity. Assoc approval of pet, tenant / owner req. See all rules & regulation documents, Pet Size: Large (61-100 Lbs.), Max Pet Weight: 75, Number Of Pets: 2
School Information
- Elementary School: Anna Maria Elementary
- High School: Bayshore High
- Middle School: W.D. Sugg Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 4
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 1 Month
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Courts
Other Property Info
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- Community Association WaterFeatures
- Annual Tax Amount: 10300
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Manatee
- Directions: [Three beach access points. (One deeded beach access and two public beach access points- See Map under Documents in MLS.)] Gulf of Mexico Drive to Windward Bay (mid-island) on bay side of street, near and across from Zota Beach Resort. Turn left once you enter the complex. Go to building B. Penthouse unit is on the top floor-take stairs or elevator to 4th floor. Easy parking in Guest parking. (FYI: Seller Parking space is under building B, marked PH5 and separate storage unit in front of covered parking space marked PH5.)
- Tax Year: 2023
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34228 - Longboat Key
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Parcel Number: 8007911855
- Subdivision: WINDWARD BAY AMD
- Township: 35
- Zoning: R4MX
- Management Company: On Site Property Manager
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 292 Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1312
- Year Built: 1975
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1312
- Building Name: B
- Construction Materials: Metal Frame, Stucco
- Direction Faces: West
- Foundation Details: Slab, Stilt/On Piling
- Levels: One
- Property Age: 49
- Property Condition: Completed
- Roof: Shingle
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: Elevated, Mid Rise, Penthouse
- Elevator: Yes
- Architectural Style: Florida
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Fire Hydrant
- Sewer Connected
- Street Lights
- Underground Utilities
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
