6800 gulf of mexico drive

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Peaceful water & garden views highlight this DIRECT WATERFRONT HOME in a beautiful Gulf to Bay community. New Impact Resistant sliding doors and windows enhance the serene water, sunrise, and tropical nature views from every room. Neutral color 18" tile runs throughout, and the new paint brightens this already sunny turnkey furnished home. The kitchen offers solid wood cabinetry, new Bosch stainless steel appliances and smooth Corian counters, and the HVAC have been replaced in 2019. Bahamian wood shutters, custom built-ins and interior full size washer & dryer, plus a large storage room for all your toys, and a private front patio for your grill & bikes complete this perfect island retreat. Just bring your flip flops & beach wear and start enjoying the laid-back island lifestyle. Two heated pools, tennis & pickleball courts, docks with boat slips, a boathouse, shuffleboard, grilling stations, a kayak launch, a beautiful private beach with gazebos & beach lounges, bicycle storage and kayak storage. Large pets are welcome here, units can be rented 6 times per year and boats up to 33 feet can be accommodated. After a fun-filled day kayaking, beach strolling, fishing or boating, first-class Restaurants and a Pub are located within a short walk, bike or boat ride, and a Shopping Plaza with a Café, Salon, Coffee & Smoothie Shop, Pizza, Pilates Studio, 24 hour Gym & a Liquor store etc. are just a block away. Make your dreams of living on Longboat Key a reality!