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Looking for a home with room for everyone? This expansive 3255 square foot Southbay residence delivers! Located in the highly desirable Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club and close to the renowned Pine View School, this spacious home is just 12 years young. Built with 10-foot ceilings, generously sized rooms, beautiful architectural details and hurricane-rated windows and doors, it offers both style and peace of mind. Step inside the foyer to a welcoming dining room with an architectural wall opening to the living room featuring a shiplap accent wall and sliding glass doors leading to the covered lanai and pool area. The private primary suite is tucked away on its own and includes direct lanai access, two spacious walk-in closets, a large shower and two separate vanity areas. The kitchen is the heart of the home, with custom cabinetry, new KitchenAid black appliances, a center island, and a breakfast bar. It opens to both the dinette and family room, where an impressive wood-plank tray ceiling, decorative tile accent wall and electric fireplace create a warm and inviting gathering space. Toward the rear of the home are two Jack-and-Jill bedrooms with a shared bath. You’ll also find an office or den with built-ins, along with another full bath offering convenient access to the lanai. The staircase is discreetly tucked toward the back of the home and leads to an oversized bonus room,spacious bedroom, and additional full bath offering convenient- perfect for guests, extended family, a media room or private retreat. Thoughtful finishes continue throughout the home with attractive ceiling fans and light fixtures. Also located on the first floor is a dedicated laundry room tucked away off a hallway convenient to the kitchen. A two car oversized garage completes the first floor. Outdoor living is equally impressive. The lanai offers a large covered entertaining area, outdoor BBQ and easy access to the pool. The exterior features new sod and a circular paver driveway, adding to the home’s curb appeal. Other extra features include foam insulation in the roof, attic area and the exterior walls. Extra insulation added between master and living room and then shared wall for family room and bedroom. Southbay is a golf-cart-friendly community with something for all ages. Residents enjoy an active clubhouse with a fitness center, gathering rooms, two kitchens, ball room, card room, library, pickleball and tennis courts, bocce ball, basketball, kayak launch and storage, and a community pool overlook the marina. One of Southbay’s standout features is its resident-only marina, capable of accommodating a wide range of boat sizes at very reasonable slip rates, with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway. The popular Casey Key Fish House and Tiki Bar is just an easy boat, golf-cart, or car ride away. Southbay is also conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, major roadways, and the Legacy Trail. Beautiful Gulf beaches are close by with Siesta Key less than 10 miles away and Nokomis Beach less than 5 miles away. Come see everything this special home - and the Southbay lifestyle - has to offer!
