Beach and Bay Area Listings...

**INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY** - NOW AVAILABLE - Offered here is a Classic Beach Residence on Manasota Key in Sunny Southwest Florida! Positioned just one lot from Gulf beaches and only a short stroll to the shores of lovely Lemon Bay, this charming "Old Florida" cottage was donned one of Airbnb's top 5% Guest Favorites prior to the 2024 hurricanes! The home now presents unobstructed, panoramic views of sparkling Gulf of Mexico waters from the front and additional water views from the rear. Owners have contracted to restore the property and are offering finished for $1,400,000... or if buyer prefers the residence can be purchase now in it's current condition "As Is" for $1,250,000! Upon completion, this popular rental will once again be presented as an impeccably designed and decorated island home offering endless warm Gulf breezes by day and magnificent sunsets by night! As evidenced from photos taken prior to the 2024 hurricanes, this delightful beach abode will once again be a tremendous rental opportunity! Situated between Sarasota/Siesta Key to the north and Boca Grande to the south, Manasota Key is a gem of a location along Florida's Sparkling Gulf Coast. Barrier island offers vehicle access by-way-of two bascule bridges and several beach and bayside parks plus Gulf and Lemon Bay access via several county-maintained roads running east/west off Gulf Blvd to the water! Great for launching kayaks & SUPS! Ramps for launching power boats can be found both on and off-island. Locals enjoy world-class fishing, waterfront dining and dancing at several nearby fine restaurants located across from Englewood Beach Park. Seasonal Grand Prix off-shore boat races are a spectacular annual event every November! Residents and guests find boat/jet ski/kayak/bike/golf cart rentals conveniently on-Island! The area is a haven for anglers, recreational boaters, sailors, kayakers, beach goers and all who love sunshine, warm temps and the seashore! Golf courses, medical facilities and fine restaurants all in close proximity. Come explore the mesmerizing beauty, serenity, sunny skies, easy-going lifestyle and seasonal crystal clear waters of Southwest Florida! BREATHTAKING SUNRISES and SUNSETS are just a “FLASH” AWAY! PARADISE IS WAITING FOR YOU! 

**PARADISE IS WAITING FOR YOU! *** 941-685-7115

**ATTENTION BOATERS, FISHERMEN AND BEACH-GOERS**

If you're seeking a Southwest Florida Beach-area WATERFRONT home look no further!

 This beloved Manasota Key beach-area waterfront cottage has been current owner's primary residence for over 20 years and is now offered at a reasonable price for the new owners to reconstruct and make their own! Barrier island location and lovely water views make this jewel a perfect short-term rental investment OR private vacation get-away for family and friends! Located on canal with direct NO BRIDGE boating access to Lemon Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway AND LESS THAN 5+/- minute boat ride offshore to the Gulf of Mexico, anglers and boaters will appreciate the many water amenities offered here! 75x100 ft lot offers concrete seawall and 75 feet of deep "sailboat" water frontage and 16,000 lb lift! In addition to lovely water views from home and backyard, property also offers fish cleaning station and davit! For those who prefer "Beaching it", just take the short walk with your coolers and chairs and enjoy sunbathing and beach fun on nearby Englewood beach... only a short stroll from the front door! Originally designed with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, current owners added half bath to interior laundry room and ceramic tile flooring throughout the home. After recent storms the owners removed all appliances, lower cabinetry and cut-out lower drywall to dry-out the home. Canalside windows and some block stemwalls need to be replaced. Home is ready for new owner to add appliances and finishing touches of their choice with proper County approval for repairs needing permitting. SW Florida and particularly Manasota Key are world-renown for some of the best shelling, fossil hunting and fishing in the world! Situated between Sarasota/Siesta Key to the north and Boca Grande to the south, Manasota Key is in a gem of a location, offering several beach and bayside parks plus Gulf and Lemon Bay access via a number of county-maintained roads running east and west off Gulf Blvd to the water! Great for launching kayaks and SUPS... which can also be done from the property! Locals enjoy world-class fishing, waterfront dining and dancing at several nearby fine restaurants located across from Englewood Beach Park. Seasonal Grand Prix off-shore boat races are a spectacular annual event every November (cancelled in 2024) Residents and guests find boat/jet ski/kayak/bike/golf cart rentals conveniently on-Island! Golf communities, medicals facilities and interstate arteries in close proximity. Drone aerials, first exterior front pic and interior photos with displaying furnishings were taken before recent hurricanes. Come explore the mesmerizing beauty, serenity, sunny skies and seasonal crystal clear waters of Southwest Florida! BREATHTAKING SUNRISES and SUNSETS are just a “FLASH” AWAY! *PARADISE IS WAITING FOR YOU!* 

**PARADISE IS WAITING FOR YOU! *** 941-685-7115

Asking $749,900!

**ATTENTION BOATERS, FISHERMEN AND BEACH-GOERS**

If you're seeking a Southwest Florida Beach-area POOL home look no further!

This 2 bedroom / 2 bath TREASURE is ready for your family, friends or short-term rental! Rental income for current owner has been strong due to beach-area location! STROLL TO THE BEACH in 3+/- minutes, an easy paved route to your deeded beach access with your cooler and beach chairs! Nearby Gulf of Mexico waves gently lapping the shoreline are "calling", so you can easily "beach-it" and take the short stroll up the lightly traveled lane to relax on ENGLEWOOD BEACH while watching dolphin swim by! Delightfully updated block home is offered tastefully Turn-key furnished and is ready and waiting for the right owner! Beach-area location offers easy access to several GULF BEACHES, waterfront Parks/Restaurants/Shops/LIVE ENTERTAINMENT! Property has strong rental history!

MANASOTA KEY is a small Gulf Coast barrier Island in Englewood, Fla, located between world-renowned west-coast vacation destinations Sarasota and Boca Grande! Island is in vicinity of several airports/major Interstate/highway arteries/golf communities/medical facilities. Vehicle access by-way-of Tom Adams Bascule Bridge to the south and Manasota Beach Rd Bascule Bridge to the north. Boat/jet ski/kayak/bike/golf cart rentals conveniently on-Island

Come explore the beauty, serenity and sunny skies of Southwest Florida! All on a quiet dead-end street! Come explore the beauty, serenity and sunny skies of Southwest Florida!

BREATHTAKING SUNRISES & SUNSETS JUST A “FLASH” AWAY!

**PARADISE IS WAITING FOR YOU! *** 941-685-7115

Asking $748,000!

See pics above representing a newly-listed, cleared, oversized residential waterfront lot offering boating access to Myakka River and beyond in an area of SW FLA currently booming for anglers and beach-goers! South Gulf Cove Subdivision is a deed restricted waterfront community of fine homes and intricate waterways providing over 50 miles of both deep-water and small-craft channels from waterfront homesites and Community boat ramp to the Myakka River, Charlotte Harbor, Boca Grande Pass and the GULF of MEXICO! Water levels are regulated by-way-of Lock in this unique community. Homeowners Association membership and dues are voluntary and considered reasonable by many residents. .34+ acre lot offers approx 120 ft canal frontage ready for dock and boat lift permit applications! Fish from your own backyard or take a boating cruise or fishing trip out through the lovely waterways into the Gulf of Mexico! South Gulf Cove Community offers a family-oriented waterfront public Park which includes boat ramp, covered waterfront pavilion w/picnic tables, benches and BBQ grill, along with basketball court, playground and restroom facilities! Fine restaurants, entertainment, shopping, pristine beaches and medical facilities all in close proximity. Come enjoy the great fishing, beaches, sunshine and relaxing lifestyle of Southwest FLA. Brand new homes being built throughout subdivision! Come and build your dream home with access to Gulf in an area of beautiful homes. Details about South Gulf Cove subdivision and community can be found at southgulfcovefl.org.

MANASOTA KEY in Southwest Florida has become a highly desirable Island community, booming for boaters, beach-goers & investors!

Folks love our sunny days, beautiful beaches, sunsets and world-class fishing!

If you're seeking a beach-area home offering Old Fla Island-Charm **LOOK NO FURTHER!**

Located on SOUTH MANASOTA KEY, a quiet area off the main Island roadway, this treasure is just 2nd lot from two of SW Fla's most desired waterways...

**LOVELY LEMON BAY and the INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY!**

Family and friends will enjoy BREATHTAKING VISTAS of Lemon Bay's brilliance from most rooms as well as from front yard, large canal-side back deck and on-site boat dock!

Lemon Bay waters GLISTEN a brilliant aqua-hue with continual flushing of tides from NEARBY STUMP PASS, leaving the estuary with CRYSTAL CLEAR WATERS you expect in an Island community! STROLL TO THE BEACH in 5+/- minutes, an easy paved route with your cooler and beach chairs! BRING YOUR BOAT! Bungalow also offers 50+/- feet of SPARKLING WATER FRONTAGE on 80+/- foot-wide DEEP-WATER CANAL with direct NO BRIDGE access to Lemon Bay! On-site boat/fishing dock, 4500 lb lift, water depth to moor sailboat or large deep-water vessel, electric and running water are included with this treasure! 

Located on Lemon Bay’s widest southern section, WATER VIEWS SPAN FROM THE KEY ALL THE WAY ACROSS LEMON BAY TO ENGLEWOOD'S MAINLAND!

AS YOU ENTER this seaside residence you’ll find vast bay views and refreshing bay breezes fill the home and your senses! Inside you'll be delighted by lovely tongue-and-groove light pine in both dining room and open, airy bay room with captivating bayside windows! List goes on with T&G floors, walls and ceilings throughout, interior laundry, roof replacement Nov 2022, hurricane impact windows installed April 2023, stainless appliances Feb 2023!

Adorable 2 bed/*1.5 bath residence has been cherished and in same family since 2004. Not used as rental during current ownership, however, rental income possibilities are strong! Or use exclusively as your own private family Island get-away!