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Welcome to your new home at Windward Bay, where sweeping panoramic views of Sarasota Bay, sophisticated modern finishes, and exceptional resort-style amenities come together to create your extraordinary coastal retreat. Perfectly positioned on the third floor, your turnkey furnished, two-bedroom residence captures breathtaking bay views from nearly every room. From rainbows to dolphins, from rafts of white pelicans to pods of frolicking dolphins, from the pink and blue shades of a coastal sunrise to the orange clouds of sunset, you'll have a front-row seat to the ever-changing beauty of nature.Beautifully remodeled with today's most desired finishes, your new residence features luxury rigid-core wood-look plank flooring, elegant crown molding, nature-inspired bath tiles, and an inviting open concept design that seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining and great room. The beautifully appointed chef's kitchen showcases white quartz countertops, crisp white wood cabinetry with soft-close features, stainless steel appliances, a stylish tile backsplash, and a spacious breakfast bar ideal for casual dining and entertaining.Both bedrooms offer spectacular bay views through expansive sliding glass doors with integrated blinds, creating a peaceful connection to the surrounding coastal landscape. Your primary suite is a private sanctuary complete with an elegantly remodeled en-suite bathroom featuring dual vanities, stone-floored shower, and seamless glass enclosure. And you'll love the spacious, walk-in California-style closet.Extensive improvements provide modern comfort and peace of mind, including PGT hurricane-impact windows (2019), a new air-conditioning system (2020), updated electrical, remote-controlled Hunter Douglas window treatments, an ecobee wireless thermostat, and an interior utility closet with a new washer and dryer. Additional conveniences include assigned under-building parking and a private storage closet full of everything you'll need for a day at the beach. Set along the beautiful shores of Sarasota Bay, the recently renovated (2022/2023) Windward Bay complex is a waterfront community of just 151 residences offering new roofs and walkways, and an impressive collection of amenities. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate 28 first-come, first-served boat slips available for lease at just $30 per month, along with kayak storage, two kayak launches, and fish-cleaning stations. An easy three-minute walk to the uncrowded public access point, or a five-minute walk to the HOA's deeded beach access point just across Gulf of Mexico Drive make enjoying the Gulf's pristine beaches effortless.Residents also enjoy two heated swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, sauna, recently remodeled clubhouse with kitchen and library, barbecue grills, fire pits, outdoor dining areas, active community social committee and approximately half a mile of scenic walking paths. On-site management adds another layer of convenience.Ideally located near championship golf courses, marinas, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, St. Armands Circle, downtown Sarasota, and the vibrant new St. Regis Longboat Key Resort, this residence places the very best of island living within easy reach.Pet-friendly policies allow two pets weighing up to 75 pounds, while flexible rental opportunities, with a one-month minimum and up to two rentals annually, add investment appeal.