Under Contract

$600,000

4976 Gulf Of Mexico Dr #villa 18Longboat Key, FL 34228

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,900 sqft
  • 26 acres
  • 413 days on market

About this home

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. PRICE REDUCED! Experience the ultimate Longboat Key lifestyle in this waterfront gem featuring stunning Sarasota Bay and canal views. This spacious residence offers two Bedrooms, two Bathrooms, a versatile Bonus Room (ideal as a 3rd Bedroom, Home Office or private In-Law/Nanny Suite), plus a generous laundry room with newer full-size machines. This villa has been completely and meticulously renovated, with no detail overlooked and no expense spared. Beyond its stunning finishes, this home offers something incredibly valuable: Exceptional Peace of Mind! Major infrastructure updates include new electrical and plumbing systems, new Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring, fresh interior paint, and Hurricane-Impact Windows and Doors throughout. EVEN BETTER...exterior Building Maintenance Repairs and Insurance (including Flood, Hurricane, and Hazard coverage) are all included in the monthly HOA fee, creating a truly low-stress ownership experience. Recent updates include stylishly renovated bathrooms with stone countertops and new vanities, while the spacious new kitchen offers stainless appliances, quartz counters, plus abundant storage and counter space. This home also features a light-filled Florida room opening to a private patio, perfect for outdoor grilling, dining under the stars or watching playful manatees and dolphins in the canal. And for ultimate convenience, everyday living is effortless with the attached covered carport. Beyond your private retreat, Windward Bay offers resort-style amenities across 26 pristine, landscaped bay front acres. Enjoy two heated pools with complimentary lounge seating, saunas, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, shuffleboard, boat slips ($50/month or $55/month with owner-provided lift), kayak/paddle board storage and launch ($45/year), fishing, and three private beach access points. Plus, Zota Beach Resort is just across the street for elegant dining and nightly sunsets. Windward Bay is a proactive, well-managed community that has passed its structural integrity inspection and is certified for another 10 years. Owners may rent up to twice per year with a one-month minimum, offering excellent income potential. Best of all—this rare Longboat Key community is pet-friendly for Owners and Renters! Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of island paradise and enjoy a relaxed, coastal lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty and first-class amenities. Your dream retreat awaits!

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Facts

Property type
Villa
Year built
1974
Stories
1
Lot size
26 acres
Pool
No
Waterfront
Yes
Water view
Bay/Harbor - Full,Canal
Subdivision
WINDWARD BAY AMD
Community
Windward Bay
County
Manatee
CDD
0
Annual taxes
$5,878 (2024)
Flood zone
AE
Pets
Breed Restrictions, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
New construction
No
MLS #
A4665034

Features

Interior
Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Appliances
Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring
Luxury Vinyl, Tile
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior
Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered, Tennis Court(s)
Patio & porch
Patio
Pool features
Child Safety Fence, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Lighting, Outside Bath Access
Parking
Covered, Deeded, Ground Level, Guest, Off Street, Open
Construction
Stucco
Roof
Built-Up, Tile
Lot
FloodZone, City Limits, In County, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Paved
View
Garden, Water
Community features
Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Irrigation-Reclaimed Water, No Truck/RV/Motorcycle Parking, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
Association amenities
Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevators, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Vehicle Restrictions
HOA fee includes
Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Internet, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water
Utilities
BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Fire Hydrant, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Elementary school
Anna Maria Elementary
Middle school
Martha B. King Middle
High school
Bayshore High

Location

Stellar MLS Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY. MLS # A4665034.

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