Resting on over half an acre, this custom residence is in a class of its own. Sweeping panoramic water views Of Sarasota Bay, Downtown Sarasota, the Ringling Bridge, Lido Key and Longboat Key personifies refined water front Florida living! In addition, IMG Golf Club and course is very close by. Walking in from the portico you are greeted by soaring ceilings leading up the stairs to the living area with windows and views everywhere you look. Or you can forgo the stairs and take the elevator! The renovated kitchen is light and bright with loads of storage. The eating area opens up to a wrap-around screened in porch with views of the Bay and the pool area. The living room is expansive with vaulted ceilings and multiple seating areas to take full advantage of the view. This home is built to last perched on 70 concrete pilings, all sunk 24 feet into the ground. There have been major updates. All windows (over 50!) and exterior doors (11 of them!) have been updated to hurricane impact resistant standards. The tile roof was just replaced in 2016. All A/C units, 2 hot water tanks, 3 garage doors and all of the appliances have been replaced in the last few years. There are hurricane shutters installed in the screened in porch as well! For the car or boat enthusiast, this home boasts an amazing garage. Oversized both in depth and in height, there is room for a large boat or to park cars in tandem in some of the bays. Live a life of spectacular luxury within this distinguished gem on the bay. Privacy, serenity, Florida charm, and sunsets to take your breath away.