4600 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE 206

Experience elevated Longboat Key bayfront living in this BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED and impeccably maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath corner END-UNIT condo. This ELEGANT RESIDENCE offers stunning unobstructed full SARASOTA BAY VIEWS from every room through dramatic FLOOR TO CEILING WINDOWS. EXCEPTIONALLY PRIVATE and boasting the LARGEST FLOOR PLAN in the community, this condo is located on the elevated second floor with convenient elevator access—perfectly blending comfort, sophistication, and coastal serenity. Inside, PORCELAIN TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT creates a clean, modern aesthetic ideal for low-maintenance Florida living. The lovely updated open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the spacious great room, framing tranquil bay views. Features include high end quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large breakfast island, 42” cabinetry, and elegant iridescent Mother-of-Pearl backsplash, with views overlooking the pool and waterfront. The bayfront primary suite is a peaceful retreat with direct lanai access, a generous walk-in closet, and a luxurious ensuite bath featuring a custom walk-in shower, dual-sink vanity, and quartz counters. The second bedroom—also with bay views and lanai access—offers a spacious closet concealed behind a sleek barn door and sits adjacent to the beautifully updated guest bath, making it ideal for guests or a stylish home office. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind, including PGT hurricane-impact windows, including a panoramic window in the great room, a 2021 HVAC system, and a 2020 water heater. Additional conveniences include an in-unit laundry, private storage, and assigned under-building parking. The monthly HOA fee of $1,325 covers hazard, hurricane, and flood insurance, recreational amenities, and FULLY FUNDED RESERVES—a major value for bayfront condo ownership. Special Assessments: Two modest monthly assessments totaling $527. The first assessment is $293 and the second assessment is $234. Located within the sought-after Windward Bay, residents enjoy a true Gulf-to-Bay lifestyle across 26 acres of lushly landscaped waterfront spanning nearly half a mile of Sarasota Bay frontage. Community amenities include BOAT SLIPS ($60/month), kayak storage and launches, three private beach accesses, two heated pools (one just steps away), a fitness center, saunas, tennis and pickleball courts, walking paths, BBQ grills, fire pits, and a clubhouse with library and catering kitchen. With only 151 residences, Windward Bay offers low-density, resort-style living at its finest. The community is PET-FRIENDLY allowing two pets up to 75 lbs each, with green spaces and pet comfort stations throughout. A rare bonus: approved renter pets are also permitted, making this condo especially appealing for investment or seasonal rental income. Ideally located mid-island, you’re minutes from championship golf, full-service marinas, and the dining, shopping, and cultural attractions of St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, and Anna Maria Island. Whether you’re seeking a luxury Longboat Key waterfront condo, a serene island retreat, or a strong rental opportunity, this exceptional bayfront residence delivers the ultimate coastal lifestyle—sunsets included.