Build or Enjoy your Canal Front dream home on an oversized 18,213 ft lot. Gracefully poised along a calm canal in the Island community of Bird Key, this three-bedroom, three full bath home exudes comfort and class in a relaxed split plan design. The more than 2,771 square feet of living space is light and airy, with defined yet flowing living areas including an office, Living room, family room, water-view dining room and a wonderful inviting kitchen. Most of the principal living areas benefit from simply stunning views across the aquamarine salt water heated pool and hot tub out to the canal beyond. With two split plan master suites to choose from, you’ll always find the seclusion and restful space you seek. Beautifully finished bathrooms add that extra touch of elegance to this home. Picture yourself relaxing poolside, heated with iced-tea in hand, as boats drift by and natural Florida wildlife glides past. Or, enjoy your morning latte on the covered patio enveloped by lush gardens. The landscaping and fencing offers desirable privacy on each side of this over sized lot. The landscaping water supply is supplied by a well. A 177' seawall complete with private boat dock, 2 Jet Ski lift and a 13,500 lb boat lift complete with water, power and a fish cleaning station presents ample opportunity for boaters to experience the peaceful canal front settings. Direct bridge free access to the Bay and Gulf. Completing this exquisite property is a convenient 2-car garage. Bird Key is renowned as one of the finest neighborhoods in all of Sarasota – and for good reason. Its prime location between St. Armand's and downtown means that you’ll never be far from fine restaurants, theatre, opera, ballet, the farmers market, and the beach. This is your opportunity to live life as you always imagined, in a place that truly defines Sarasota living. One of the benefits to living on Bird Key is the opportunity to join the exclusive Bird Key Yacht Club offering outstanding amenities and opportunities for boating, social events, dining and recreational enjoyment on the water. They offer a no-obligation 60 day introductory program for prospective members. The home has been upgraded with PGT Impact Windows in 2006.