Price reduction of $200,000! Location, location, location. This inviting and beautifully furnished waterfront home is on a tranquil and deepwater natural bayou, with no bridges to Sarasota Bay and just moments to the Gulf of Mexico. North Longboat Key is known for its incredible turquoise gulf-to-bay waters and beautiful sandy beaches. This property is near the heart of favored boating and recreational areas, yet it provides exceptional privacy. The Key West-style home is elevated, airy, well-maintained and has a new roof. Entering through the ground-level foyer, ascend to the main living space via elevator or plush carpeted stairs. You will find a bright open floor plan with a great room, an open office or study area, a spacious balcony deck for alfresco dining, and a unique atrium bringing the outdoors in and overlooking the bayou where you may just see a gentle manatee swimming by. The open kitchen with breakfast bar and dining room provides a setting for socializing while cooking, enjoying meals or entertaining. On the main level there is also a convenient bedroom with an en suite and walk-in closet which can be used as a primary suite or enjoyed by guests. The third floor offers two more bedrooms, one with a large private balcony and en suite access or a Jack-and-Jill bath. The property offers beautiful views of lush tropical vegetation, a private boat dock, plenty of parking and storage and only one other nearby house. Owner had plans to install a boat lift on dock. Launch your boat from two nearby public ramps or kayaks from your backyard or cross the street for convenient white sandy gulf beaches and Greer Island access. Just down the street you have numerous popular restaurants with waterfront dining, shops, fitness centers, coffee shops and more, providing a wonderful island living experience from this private home on Longboat Key. Bring your golf cart and water toys and experience what North Longboat Key provides over any other areas of the island.