$825,000

This exceptional retreat is ideal for those who value West-of-the-Trail convenience and maintenance-free living offering features of single-family living. This fabulous three-bedroom, two-bath, west-facing 4th-floor end unit includes an enclosed, under-building one-car garage. The light and bright living area features a bay window and protective impact sliders to the large screened and covered lanai, where you'll enjoy balmy bay breezes and sunsets. The kitchen features a breakfast room, 42-inch cabinets, newer flooring and fingerprint-resistant stainless steel appliances. Additional windows in this end-unit condo bathe the rooms with abundant natural light. Customized during construction, the entrance to the owner's suite was relocated to allow for a wet bar in the living room and a larger master bedroom closet. The spacious master suite includes a south-facing window and convenient French door to the lanai, two walk-in closets, soaking tub, separate shower and dual vanities. As a split-bedroom plan, this residence additionally offers two private guest bedrooms. One bedroom is used as an office and also doubles as additional guest space when needed, with the built-in Murphy bed. The laundry room offers a full-sized washer and dryer and utility sink. Impact windows and doors and elevator in hall leads to the garage. Boasting resort-style living, Phillippi Landings is a centrally located, gated community on 10 acres of lushly landscaped grounds with a grand heated pool, spa and clubhouse with catering kitchen and fitness center. Outdoors, you'll enjoy an area for kayaks, with a ramp into the waterway and a fenced dog park for your four-legged family members. Across the private bridge and only 10 minutes by car, you'll discover Siesta Key's world-famous white quartz sand and the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Near shopping, hospitals and excellent schools. The vibrant urban center of downtown Sarasota's cultural amenities, restaurants and entertainment, including world-class theater, opera, ballet and orchestra is also only a short 10-minute drive.