Remarks: This must-see hidden gem on the north end of Longboat Key offers a quintessential Florida lifestyle. Waterview’s galore as you walk into your newly completed, renovated Florida paradise home, on a deepwater marina and canal, which epitomizes beauty and style. Boat lovers will want the location of this totally turnkey furnished 1,423-square-foot standalone two-bedroom, two-bath home, with your upgraded composite boat dock just 15 feet behind your villa. Completely remodeled, this home provides contemporary classic design features that create an open airy gorgeous living space. All new stainless appliances in 2026, air-conditioner 2025, roof 2019 and more. The open kitchen design with a large island, new quartz countertops, plenty of beautiful new cabinets with roll-out drawers and a contrasting white and gray classic color scheme. Great counter space makes the kitchen ideal for entertaining and enjoying the coastal casual lifestyle. Beautiful porcelain tile flows throughout the home, providing continuity from room to room. An oversized skylight in the great room with retractable shade provides lots of extra natural brightness. The large primary bedroom is complete with a fully refashioned en-suite bath with gorgeous granite countertops and custom-tiled shower. A spacious walk-in closet provides plenty of room for your coastal style wardrobe. The second bath mimics the maintained class and elegance of this home with granite counters and tiled shower. The lanai has been transformed into extra living space with a cozy study and separate office nook. The study is an ideal spot to curl up with a book or just sit privately and watch the beautiful white pelicans float by with dolphins and manatees alongside. This flexplace can also house extra sleepover guests. The double lanai facing the water allows a panoramic view and full access to your large, elevated brick paver patio and dock from floor-to-ceiling, impact-grade patio doors. Go outside to a private oasis that overlooks the wide-open canal, marina and bay views. Sit, dine, entertain or sunbathe while you enjoy the abundant wildlife from the comfort of your patio paradise, or hop in your boat secured to your 5-by-25-foot dock and head out to one of the many Longboat Key restaurants. Some of the best waters to explore in Sarasota for fishing, sandbar enjoyment, kayaking and swimming right in your backyard. You have direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and a quick boat ride to the Gulf of Mexico. Impact windows and new hurricane-rated doors throughout. The Spanish Main maintenance-free community has a wonderful neighborhood feel with heated pool, deeded beach access, a 40-foot slip marina with social events galore, making every day feel like a vacation as you lounge in the sun poolside and enjoy the sea The deeded beach access is ideal for those numerous beach days and magnificent sunsets. Pet-friendly, maintenance-free, and an active 55-plus community are added benefits for your enjoyment. Only a short drive to fantastic shops and restaurants, including Anna Maria Island, plus cultural events Sarasota and St. Armands Circle have to offer. This villa has been fully renovated in compliance with FEMA standards due to hurricane flooding in 2024.

Listing is courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY (941-364-4000)

Listing Agent: Kimberly Freiwald (941-256-6775)

Remarks: Wow! Panoramic water views from almost every window, plus rare direct access to Bay waters just near the back paver patio. This completely renovated two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,449-square-foot home is a must see! Fully remodeled in 2025/2026 in full compliance with FEMA requirements. It is all about details as this gorgeous Spanish Main turnkey furnished villa is ready to welcome you home! The centerpiece of the kitchen is the large, strategically custom-designed quartz island that doubles as a dining table, in a soft color palette that can seat 10. The kitchen features beautiful all wood 42-inch cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, large undermount sink with a push-button garbage disposal, lovely backsplash and lots of storage with an abundance of additional counter space, ideally designed for entertaining. The villa flows seamlessly with an expansive open floor plan, plank tile flooring in every room plus crown molding that frames each room. The large primary bath has an oversized, classically designed walk-in shower created for handicap access with double sinks. The tastefully appointed guest bath has an all-glass enclosed walk-in shower. From guest bath, enter the 9-by-6-foot in villa laundry room with new Electrolux washer and dryer. All hurricane-grade windows and doors to secure the home from the Florida storms. Custom window shades provide sun mitigation and ultimate privacy. The fully enclosed glass Florida room is a treasure in and of itself with extensive views of Sarasota Bay, with a lush backdrop providing total privacy. There is also a built-in office space, large walk-in closet, additional flex space for dining and/or lounging plus a dry bar and wine center, which makes this a useful space. Go outside onto the brick paver patio and lounge, grill and relax with the sound and views of Bay waters and abundant bird and wildlife. Grab your kayak or paddleboard and launch right from the backyard with direct water access to the open Bay waters. This villa is packed with so many upgraded features with new tile roof in 2019, air conditioner in 2020 and tankless hot water in 2018. The villa is part of the Spanish Main Yacht Club community, which has some of the best waters to explore in Sarasota for fishing, sandbar enjoyment, kayaking and swimming right in your backyard. You have direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and a quick boat ride to the Gulf of Mexico, with restaurants you can get to by boat. The Spanish Main maintenance-free community has a wonderful neighborhood feel with a heated pool overlooking the 40-slip marina, deeded beach access, with social events galore making every day feel like a vacation as you lounge in the sun and enjoy the sea breeze. Slips are available for affordable leasing. Beach access is ideal for those numerous beach days and magnificent sunsets. This pet-friendly very active 55-plus community are added benefits for your enjoyment. Only a short drive to the fantastic shops and restaurants including Anna Maria Island plus cultural events Sarasota and St. Armands Circle have to offer. Private second-deeded parking place with this villa.

Listing is courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY (941-364-4000)

Listing Agent: Kimberly Freiwald (941-256-6775)

Remarks: Stunning full bay views as you enter this jaw-dropping magnificent, completely custom renovated stand-alone villa on Sarasota Bay. Professionally designed starting with an 18-by-11-foot gourmet kitchen. With 10-12-foot wood beam ceilings, a beautiful 12-foot quartz island that seats 10-plus people, solid wood cabinetry, Café’ brand double oven, refrigerator with two additional drawers, stainless steel appliance, huge undermount sink, glass backsplash, separate wet bar and more. The 2-by4-foot white porcelain rectangular tile flows seamlessly from room to room with water views that entertain you every moment of every day. With the Intracoastal Waterway just beyond the brick paver back patio, the wildlife is abundant, more than you can imagine, with morning sunrises that softly greet you as you awaken to a true slice of paradise. The entire glass-enclosed 23-by-12-foot lanai brings so much light, brightness and cheerfulness that it makes your heart smile. The end unit offers privacy and protection with lush green mangroves creating a protected area plus easy access for entering the water, going for a swim, fishing or kayaking. Back to the renovations, the main bedroom en suite offers privacy with upscale bath appointments, a double sink, and large designer shower. The enclosed laundry area right off the bedroom was carefully crafted with a walk-in closet, extra storage room and a rare whole-house water purification system. Not to mention all hurricane windows and doors throughout with additional footings, foam support and steel beams under the sliding doors to ensure structural integrity and peace of mind. All appliances are 2025, LG Thin Q washer and dryer, Café kitchen appliances, tankless hot water tank, custom fan and lights, all new plumbing and electrical as the home was taken down to the studs. PVC sewer lines completely replaced all cast iron pipes. New tile roof in 2025. There is nothing to do except move in and relax. You will not be disappointed. All FEMA regulations have been completed, including inspections. Vibrant waterfront 55-plus community with 40-slip marina and deeded beach access to gorgeous beaches of Longboat Key. Close to restaurants, shops, renowned St. Armands Circle, plus 30 minutes to Sarasota International Airport. Take a look.

Listing is courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY (941-364-4000)

Listing Agent: Kimberly Freiwald (941-256-6775)

Remarks: Discover Longboat Key waterfront living at its very best at 718 Spanish Dr N, a beautifully updated freestanding villa in the sought-after Spanish Main Yacht Club. This home has been completely renovated to today’s highest standards following Hurricane Ian, delivering a fresh, high-end coastal finish throughout with meticulous craftsmanship and premium materials. Just steps from your door, enjoy private deeded beach access to the powder sands and turquoise color of the Gulf of Mexico — perfect for sunrise walks, beachcombing, or sunset gatherings. Boaters will appreciate the community’s deep-water marina with boat slips priced around $1,200 annually that have direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, and quick passage to the open Gulf, along with kayak racks and fishing right at hand. Inside, the bright open-concept 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa showcases an elevated, contemporary coastal design. The gourmet kitchen is a true entertainer’s dream, featuring sleek modern cabinetry, elegant stone countertops, a spacious island, and high-end stainless steel appliances. Sunlight pours through the generous windows and sliders, highlighting the beautiful new flooring that flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas. A sun-drenched Florida room/lanai offers flexible space, ideal for a home office, artist studio, or casual living — all overlooking lush tropical landscaping and a peaceful community setting. Both bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space, while the updated baths feature contemporary fixtures and finishes for a spa-like feel. Additional highlights include a private outdoor shower, a spacious carport for your island toys, and thoughtful storage throughout. This vibrant, friendly 55+ community (can be under 55 to purchase) offers a heated pool, a clubhouse with marina views, shuffleboard courts, and a welcoming social atmosphere. Maintenance-free living, beautifully landscaped grounds, and covered parking complete the carefree Longboat Key lifestyle. Whether you seek a full-time waterfront residence, seasonal escape, or outstanding investment, 718 Spanish Dr N offers turnkey luxury with effortless deeded beach access and marina convenience in one of Longboat Key’s most desirable waterfront enclaves. Minutes to St. Armand's Circle, downtown Sarasota, and Anna Maria Island, yet tucked away in paradise. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a freshly renovated gem in Spanish Main Yacht Club — where high-end coastal living meets the best of island boating and beach life!

Listing is courtesy of: SARASOTA REAL ESTATE GROUP (941-922-8400)

Listing Agent: John Woodward (941-922-8400)

Remarks: New photos coming on this beautifully updated free-standing villa in Spanish Main Yacht Club on Longboat Key, a warm and vital boating community with private beach access, pool, clubhouse and boat slips. The community is undergoing a renaissance of sorts as many units (including this one) did have water intrusion in the summer storms of 2024. This owner contracted with the community contractor. has paid related assessment and work is nearly completed! This unit has a bright open floor plan and hurricane windows. Main living area has tile flooring and both bedrooms will have new carpet. There are two bonus areas, one is adjacent to the primary bedroom and could be a private reading area or office and the other adjoins the great room. Once completed, this unit will have two new baths, new appliances, kitchen updated, new doors and new paint throughout. This villa is on the corner and has a much-desired additional parking pad, giving as many as four parking spaces depending on car size. The laundry room, typical of Florida, is in a separate room under the carport. Longboat Key is paradise. A barrier island off Sarasota, where you can find wonderful restaurants, community tennis facilities, parks, bike lanes and a short drive to Sarasota and Anna Maria Island.

Listing is courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY (941-364-4000)

Listing Agent: Holly Switow (941-735-3186)

Remarks: STEPS FROM THE BEACH.....WATERFRONT COMMUNITY......DEEDED BEACH ACCESS......FULLY RENOVATED..........IMPACT WINDOWS..........COMMUNITY POOL...........Just **432 steps from the beach**, this is where coastal living stops being a dream and becomes your daily rhythm. Morning walks on soft sand, sunset returns under glowing skies, and the constant sense that the water is always just around the corner. **Fully renovated and never lived in**, this Longboat Key retreat feels brand new in every way — a clean, beach-inspired design with effortless flow and natural light throughout. Featuring **quartz countertops, impact windows, and a brand new water heater**, every detail has already been perfected so you can arrive and immediately exhale. Set within a **quiet waterfront community with deeded beach access**, life here feels unhurried and private, yet connected to everything that defines coastal luxury. From **boating access and a nearby pool** to the walkable, relaxed atmosphere residents cherish, it’s a setting designed for ease, not effort. With your own **covered parking and driveway**, and just minutes to **St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, and Anna Maria Island**, you’re positioned in one of the most desirable corridors on the Gulf. This is the rare combination buyers wait for — **newly finished, never occupied, and this close to the shoreline** — where every day feels like a quiet escape, and every return home reminds you why you chose it.

Listing is courtesy of: KELLER WILLIAMS ON THE WATER S (941-803-7522)

Listing Agent: Garrett Sedlacek (913-461-6882)

Remarks: Some Photo's have been virtually staged. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a renovated standalone villa with a lake view on Longboat Key! This very light, bright, and charming 2 bedroom 2 bath home is almost ready for occupancy at an exceptionally low price. As you enter the home, you can see a lovely lake view through the large back windows. The rear, shady, landscaped patio is a perfect place to relax throughout the day and evening. Enjoy new kitchen appliances, updated bathrooms, and a spacious rear sun-room. This unit is being finished without the need to hire building contractors. The roof was replaced in 2020, A/C in 2022, and the hot-water tank is new." A deeded private entrance to the Gulf beach is a short walk away. The marina offers reasonably priced boat slips and a kayak launch with easy access to the intracoastal waterway and Sarasota Bay. The clubhouse is being reconstructed, and the heated pool is now available. As Spanish Main Yacht Club residents begin returning to their villas, the social activities have already started with happy hour by the pool. Spanish Main, an over-55 community, is conveniently located near several restaurants, a lovely park, community tennis, pickle-ball, dog park, fitness activities, and St. Armands Circle shops and restaurants. Let me show you what this beautiful, unique community has to offer!

Listing is courtesy of: MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY (941-383-7591)

Listing Agent: Adrienne Scott (941-264-5266)

Remarks: This exquisite turnkey furnished 2-bed, 2-bath villa has been fully and meticulously RENOVATED—not a detail overlooked, not an expense spared. Step inside and instantly feel the difference: an open-concept layout, a serene neutral palette, elegant recessed LED lighting, solid core doors with iron hardware, and tile wood grain flooring throughout for a sleek, modern, allergen-free environment. And the beauty isn’t just cosmetic—this home has been rebuilt from the inside out. Enjoy complete peace of mind with NEW electrical and plumbing, a 2023 HVAC, 2026 water heater, 2021 ROOF, fresh interior/exterior paint, and HURRICANE-IMPACT windows and sliders. There is plenty of space to store bikes and beach gear together with the 2026 GE stackable washer/dryer, for added everyday convenience. The expansive eat-in kitchen is a dream for cooks and entertainers alike. It shines with GE stainless appliances, including a slide-in 5-burner convection range, exterior-vented architectural hood, and French-door refrigerator with multi-drawer freezer. Custom cabinetry with crown moulding, soft-close hardware, dovetail drawers, and stunning quartzite countertops with full-height backsplash deliver both beauty and function. A nearby dining area features a custom buffet bar with glass display cabinets—the perfect blend of storage and sophistication. Single-story living makes everything effortless, and the covered carport even includes a “Tesla” charging outlet. Your private patio opens to lush tropical gardens—ideal for morning coffee, BBQs, or al fresco dining under the stars. Windward Bay offers a lifestyle that feels like a private resort. Enjoy three beach accesses, bay access, kayak/paddleboard launches and storage (just $35/year), plus two marinas with slips available on first-come-first -serve basis for $60/month (you can install your own lift—yes, lifts are allowed!). Amenities abound: 2 communal pools, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, a clubhouse with fitness center, locker rooms, saunas, lending library, and a fully equipped catering kitchen with banquet hall. Spread across 26 ACRES of beautifully landscaped grounds along a half-mile of Sarasota Bay, the community features peaceful walking/biking paths shaded by banyan trees, dotted with bougainvillea, and scented with lemon trees. PET-FRIENDLY (two pets up to 75 lbs!) and rental-friendly (two leases per year, minimum one month), it’s flexible for both owners and investors. Even better? The community recently completed its structural MILESTONE INSPECTION—passed and certified for the next 10 years. For peace of mind, flood insurance is included in the Condo fee. This is your chance to own a completely renovated, worry-free villa in a coveted coastal community—at an incredible value. Embrace the beach lifestyle and claim your tranquil Longboat Key haven today.

Listing is courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (941-383-6411)

Listing Agent: Debbie Mchardy (941-960-6099)

Remarks: Under contract-accepting backup offers. ALERT: MARKET SHOCKER! STOP THE SCROLL! This Is The Lowest-Priced Villa in Prestigious Windward Bay—Period. Looking for a Beach/Bay Getaway Villa? LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! This cozy End Unit Beach/Bay 2-bedroom/2-bath Sunny Villa boasts 1084 square feet of Longboat Key Florida Fun! Single story living with a convenient covered carport only a few steps away from your front door. Villa 15 is located directly across the street from the tranquil Gulf with its crystal-clear turquoise blue waters and uncrowded soft sandy beaches that attract visitors from all over the world. (Take joy with 3 beach access points, one private deeded) Enjoy walks along the shore, kayaking on the bay or read a book, unwind and soak up the sun on your own private patio while taking in the beauty of this incredible location. The patio is an ideal spot for morning coffee, watching a game of shuffleboard, hosting friends for sunset libations, evening grilling, or simply relaxing in solitude. Your beach/bay lifestyle possibilities are endless. Worry free living with recent Hurricane Impact Windows/Sliding Doors, Roof, & Carport (2020). As an added bonus with the sale of this Villa, the longtime owner since 1976, former Canadian Navy-Man, and a wonderful Nonagenarian, will be leaving most of his nautical treasures gathered from lands around the world for you to enjoy. Set like a jewel on the barrier island of Longboat Key, the community of Windward Bay is a magical wildlife haven nestled mid-island, flourishing on 26 acres and graced with 1/2 a mile of waterfront trails to relish. A low-density residence and a nature lover’s delight to gaze both frolicking dolphins and manatees as they play. Bird enthusiasts jubilate with their front-row seat of the magnificent Florida birds that call Windward Bay their home. Witness the vibrant plumage and graceful flights of these majestic creatures as they effortlessly navigate the glorious skies above. Windward Bay offers numerous amenities that make it an exceptional value including: 2 tennis/pickleball courts, 2 marinas with 28 boat & jet ski slips for a low monthly fee, barbecue grills throughout, fishing piers, 2 fish cleaning stations, kayak racks, 2 heated pools, shuffleboard, bike racks, a clubhouse with kitchen, library, fitness room, meeting room, 2 saunas, and community fire pits throughout the property. Conveniently accessible to Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, Historic Cortez Fishing Village, Championship Golf Courses, renowned restaurants, shopping destinations, and vibrant cultural attractions, you'll never have a shortage of entertainment options. Welcome home to “Pet Friendly” Windward Bay, where TWO pets are allowed. Windward Bay is a financially healthy Condo Association with a proactive Board. Monthly Condos Fees in 2025 were actually reduced and since 2024 have only increased by $2 a month. The Milestone Inspection and Capital Reserve Study are complete. THIS VILLA HAS NO PREVIOUS ASSESSMENT ADDED TO MONTHLY HOA FEES! This wonderful villa exemplifies “Florida Gulf to Bay Living” at its finest. Perfect for couples or individuals seeking paradise! Schedule your private tour today and make these experiences a reality.

Listing is courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (941-366-8070)

Listing Agent: Debby Mccaig (941-544-1713)