Introducing an exceptional beachfront residence that redefines luxury living on Longboat Key, offering panoramic seventh-floor views that span from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay. This beautifully furnished three-bedroom, four-bath retreat encompasses over 3,000 square feet under air and delivers an unparalleled coastal lifestyle. The expansive great room is elegant and versatile, featuring a built-in library display and direct access to the main balcony, ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s delight, complete with white cabinetry, stone countertops, a center island, a new refrigerator and a cozy breakfast nook with captivating views of the beach. The primary suite is a private sanctuary, offering a spacious walk-in closet, dual baths, and a secluded beachfront terrace for peaceful morning coffee or stunning sunsets. On the opposite side of the residence, a deluxe en-suite guest room with a large walk-in closet awaits, along with a flexible third bedroom, office, or den with a full bath conveniently across the hall. A semi-private elevator delivers you directly to your home and connects you to the resort-style amenities that make Water Club one of Longboat Key’s most prestigious addresses with impeccable concierge service, an 18,000-square-foot clubhouse with fitness center, spa, library, game room and ballroom, a heated beachfront pool and spa, fire pit courtyard and Har-Tru tennis courts, all with 24-hour gated security for ultimate peace of mind. On 16 acres of lush tropical landscaping and boasting 680 feet of private beachfront, Water Club offers an exceptional blend of privacy, luxury and community. Pet-friendly and well located, you’re just minutes from world-class golf, boating, boutiques, dining and the cultural heartbeat of downtown Sarasota. Experience the pinnacle of coastal elegance—where every day is a celebration of Longboat Key’s natural beauty and refined lifestyle.
Listing updated: October 9, 2025 at 12:35pm
Listed by Realtor: Jo Rutstein
Listed by office: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
Source: Stellar MLS
Property Details
Listing Id: A4666680
Price: $2,995,000
Property Size:3,054 ft2
Property Lot Size:2 ft2
Rooms: 10
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Architectural Style: Custom
Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Security, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
Bathrooms Full: 4
Modification Timestamp: October 9, 2025 at 01:57pm
Building Area Total: 3422
Community Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Waterfront, Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Pool, Sidewalks, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
Construction Materials: Concrete, Stucco
Cooling: Central Air
CoveredSpaces: 1
CumulativeDaysOnMarket: 1
DaysOnMarket: 1
DirectionFaces: Northwest
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
FoundationDetails: Pillar/Post/Pier
Furnished: Furnished
GarageSpaces: 1
Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
Levels: One
List AOR: Sarasota - Manatee
List Agent AOR: Sarasota - Manatee
List Agent Email: jo.rutstein@premiersir.com
List Agent Full Name: Jo Rutstein
List Agent MlsId: 281504824
ListOfficeMlsId: 281519790
List Office Name: PREMIER SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
ListOfficePhone: 941-364-4000
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Living Area Source: Public Records
Lot Features: CoastalConstruction Control Line, Landscaped, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
LotSizeArea: 2.11
LotSizeSquareFeet: 91910
MLS Area Major: 34228 - Longboat Key
MlsStatus: Active
ModificationTimestamp: October 9, 2025 at 12:35pm
OnMarketDate: 2025-10-08
Originating System Name: Stellar MLS
Other Structures: Gazebo, Other, Tennis Court(s)
Ownership: Condominium
Parcel Number: 0009112150
Parking Features: Assigned, Circular Driveway, Common, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Guest, Under Building
Pets Allowed: Number Limit, Size Limit, Yes
Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Lap, Lighting, Outside Bath Access
Roof: Concrete, Tile
Sewer: Public Sewer
Spa Features: Heated, In Ground
State Or Province: FL
Status Change Timestamp: October 8, 2025 at 04:07pm
Stories Total: 11
Street Name: GULF OF MEXICO
Street Number: 1281
Street Number Numeric: 1281
Street Suffix: DRIVE
Tax Annual Amount: 31366.95
Tax Book Number: 31-7
Tax Year: 2024
Unit Number: 704
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
View: Tennis Court, Water
Water Source: Public
Waterfront Features: Gulf/Ocean Front, Waterfront, Beach, Gulf/Ocean
Year Built: 1999
Zoning: NPD
FeedTypes: IDX
Source System Key: 771151083
OriginalEntryTimestamp: September 30, 2025 at 03:46am
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