This waterfront home with direct access to Lemon Bay and the Gulf of Mexico offers a coastal lifestyle that will make you stop in your flip flops! As you enter your very own private retreat, wide water views and your covered boat lift take center stage, just past your Great Room sliders, spacious screened lanai, and sparkling pool! The well designed floor plan gives the feeling of a much larger home, and the numerous windows and sliders provide an energizing flow of natural light for a bright and cheerful atmosphere. The plantation shutters, crown molding, coastal wall colors, and built in treasure shelving combine to add a distinctive flair. The kitchen overlooks the breakfast nook with beautiful water views, and offers abundant storage and counter space. In the morning, have coffee on the lanai as you plan your day. Drop your boat from the covered lift, head down the canal and you'll be in the ICW and the Gulf of Mexico in minutes for a day of fishing or just cruising to your favorite waterfront restaurants and live entertainment. Or take advantage of your seawall ladder and splash your kayak for a relaxing day paddling through the canals. When you come back in, clean your fresh catch of the day and grill it on your patio. As the day ends, relax by the pool, savor your wide water views, watch the fish jump, and enjoy the fiery sunsets with your western exposure! Store your toys in the garage and finish that project in your workshop. The 2018 HVAC system and 2012 roof are icing on the cake! An optional membership for a fee to the beautiful Englewood Gardens Beach Club is available with this home, providing access to a private beach located on Manasota Key and many amenities including gated parking, clubhouse for private gatherings, bathrooms, shower, a covered pavilion, grills, picnic tables and benches! This will not last, call today!