Considered one of the finest community-owned marinas on the west coast of Florida, Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club features a 7-acre, deep-water boat basin that will accommodate kayaks, jet skis, sailboats, powerboats, catamarans and yachts up to 55 feet in length. With a 6-foot depth at mean low tide, the marina can accommodate 175 boats owned by its residents. In Southbay, the HOA fees are only $448 per quarter, and it is so affordable to keep your watercraft in a slip that includes water and electric. With Sarasota Bay in the backyard and the marina just outside the front yard, this home features 3 bedrooms, four full baths, a dedicated office, breakfast room and it’s located on one of the few waterfront streets in the community. The residence, which has stunning views from the living room, family room, kitchen and primary bedroom, offers commanding water views of Sarasota Bay and the barrier island of Casey Key. The primary suite, offers lots of privacy and features two walk-in closets, a sitting area and built-in cabinetry. This home features a two-car garage, a circular driveway and mature landscaping. There’s also a wooden boat dock with water and electric that features electric lifts for two boats. This residence can be enjoyed as it is or renovated to become the waterfront home of your dreams. Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club features a newly renovated clubhouse that overlooks the marina. Inside, there’s a 99-person ballroom with catering kitchen and dance floor, community room with kitchen, piano and entertainment area, a fitness room with aerobic and strength training equipment, a card room, library and meeting room. The community also has a geothermal, heated pool, a youth pool, covered outdoor patios with furniture, three tennis courts, four pickleball courts, a bocce ball court, two shuffleboards courts, basketball court, kayak storage area, a waterfront park, 20 acres of common ground and 5 miles of winding sidewalks. The development is golf cart friendly and the community hosts weekly, monthly and annual events, plus there’s even a Power and Sail Club. You’ll love living in this waterfront home and this special community.