199 WHISPERING SANDS DR #307 Sarasota, FL 34242

Experience CRUISE SHIP VIEWS and nightly SUNSETS from this gorgeous, TOP floor, CORNER midrise residence which easily has the BEST midrise water views in the Gulf front property of Whispering Sands! Its ideal south and west exposure & prime location provide incredible views of the expansive, shimmering lagoon, with its abundant fish, turtles and aquatic life, the Gulf of Mexico, as well as the sparkling clubhouse pool! This unit also features a rare, highly desirable DOUBLE LANAI floor plan, adding another 400 SF of valuable living and entertaining space. The two private, 24’ lanais – one facing west & the other south – each feature NEW Hunter Douglas window treatments, NEW ceiling fans, and ceramic tile flooring placed on the diagonal. Sturdy hurricane shutters cover the unit’s interior lanai sliders, providing total peace of mind. A gracious entry hall with beautiful wood floors welcomes you and your guests into the residence. Throughout the elegant interior you’ll find nice crown molding, tray ceilings, and superior grade Robb & Stucky carpeting. The pristine kitchen features upgraded appliances including a Whirlpool side by side refrigerator, front panel oven (which has never been used by the owner), and GE dishwasher & GE built-in microwave. The handsome master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with newer shower & mirror, fixtures and tile floor. The guest bathroom also features updated vanities, doors and fixtures, and new tile flooring in 2019. The second bedroom gives you options as either a guest bedroom or an office/den or both, with an impressive set of built-in bookshelves, cabinets and desk. The NEW 2019 Bryant HVAC system is easily able to heat and cool the lanais. COMMON laundry room on the same floor with 2 NEW sets of W/Ds. Unit also comes with its own 42" x 48" STORAGE unit w/shelving, within close proximity of the unit. Originally the Whispering Sands midrise model home, this unit has been in only ONE family since 1974. Tastefully updated over the years and immaculately maintained, this property is in excellent condition and completely move-in ready. Selected furnishings are negotiable. Whispering Sands is a 55+ Gulf front community on Siesta Key offering beautifully landscaped grounds, security, onsite association manager, secure key fob access to the buildings & facilities, 2 newly resurfaced heated pools, 800’ of PRIVATE BEACH on the GULF OF MEXICO, clubhouse with Wi-Fi, catering kitchen, & fitness rooms, Tiki hut, grills, shuffleboard, & beachside canoe/kayak storage racks. This building was just resealed and repainted in 2000. Best of all you are just a 5 minute WALK to the boutiques and fine restaurants of Siesta Key Village and a short drive to Sarasota’s wealth of visual and performing arts, theatre, and cultural attractions! Offered at $595,900.