Under contract-accepting backup offers. Experience elevated waterfront living in Sanctuary Cove—where luxury, location, and lifestyle align. Situated in a private, gated boating community on the Manatee River, this exceptional residence is located in Flood Zone X—NO flood insurance required and sustained NO damage or flooding during the 2024 hurricane season, offering true peace of mind rarely found in waterfront homes. Built in 2020, this impeccably maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath home showcases a bright, open-concept design with engineered hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, crown molding, 8-foot solid-core doors, and refined architectural details throughout. The gourmet kitchen is designed to impress, featuring a gas cooktop, built-in refrigerator, Quartz countertops, custom wood range hood, and an oversized island ideal for entertaining. Step outside and embrace the Florida boating lifestyle. Enjoy 80 feet of canal frontage with a private composite dock equipped with electric and water, plus a 10,000-lb boat lift—and reach open water in just 15–20 minutes for effortless access to the Gulf, sandbars, and waterfront dining. Your outdoor oasis is equally impressive, featuring a gas-heated saltwater pool and spa with PebbleTec finish, sun shelf, color-changing lights, 3 deck jets, Wi-Fi controls, and Shellstone pavers—all surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and ambient lighting for stunning evenings. Inside, the home continues to deliver with premium upgrades including impact windows and doors, tile roof, 2 tankless gas water heaters, whole-house water purification and softener system, and a 3-car garage. A standout feature is the climate-controlled garage conversion currently outfitted with a golf simulator and fitness space—a rare and highly desirable bonus for recreation and entertainment. Sanctuary Cove offers a true resort-style experience with a private riverfront beach, kayak launch and storage, and a unique channel lock system providing consistent water levels with direct boating access. Residents enjoy a vibrant social atmosphere with a waterfront clubhouse, heated pool with lap lanes, spa, fitness center, and multiple entertainment spaces. Golf cart-friendly and ideally located just minutes to Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and the best of the Gulf Coast. Convenient access to I-75 and I-275, with Detwiler’s Farm Market just across the street, plus close proximity to UTC Mall, Lakewood Ranch, and both Sarasota-Bradenton and Tampa International Airports. This is more than a home—it’s a boater’s paradise with luxury at every turn. Schedule your private showing today.

Listing courtesy of SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE (813) 599-4930



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