Perched high above Sarasota Bay, this thoughtfully renovated 19th-floor double penthouse blends the old-world charm of the home's original features with stylish updates, showcasing a magnificent panorama of bay, Ringling Bridge and Longboat Key vistas. Encompassing nearly 4,000 square feet, the custom-designed, light-filled open floorplan exudes warmth and sophistication throughout, including high ceilings, wood and marble flooring, and exquisite finishes such as antique light fixtures and built-in cabinetry, including doors detailed with Italian frescoes. The elegant living room is perfect for entertaining, with breathtaking bay vistas, an intricately designed wood-burning fireplace and new hurricane-impact sliders that open to a generously sized private terrace, where you and your guests can savor the spectacular scenery and mesmerizing sunsets. Sleek and inviting, the superbly remodeled kitchen overlooks the living and dining rooms and features soapstone countertops and backsplash, an island with seating, top-of-the-line appliances, a tray ceiling, abundant cabinetry and an adjacent built-in bar. The enchanting formal dining room boasts magnificent water and city views through large west- and north-facing windows, built-in cabinetry artfully hidden behind three huge chinoiserie panels and a striking chandelier. A sumptuous retreat awaits in the capacious bay-facing primary suite, which includes sliders to the terrace, built-in armoires, a sitting area, lots of built-in storage, two dressing areas and an enormous new marble shower with a bench. There also are two full guest suites, including one with a remodeled bath, as well as a sizable den/office, which could serve as a fourth bedroom, featuring floor-to-ceiling sliders to the terrace, a built-in bar and a half-bath. A cozy bayfront patio is being added between a second den/office and a guest bedroom. The 24-hour guard-gated Condo on the Bay community is next door to the beautiful new 40-acre park, The Bay, and is close to a plethora of dining, shopping, arts and cultural offerings downtown as well as in the chic Rosemary District and St. Armands Circle. Community amenities include two resort-style pools, private boat docks, tennis/pickleball courts and fitness facilities, plus two contiguous parking spaces and two storage units. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to enjoy a luxurious waterfront lifestyle in this one-of-a-kind penthouse.
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