Lose yourself in coveted Country Club Shores on Longboat Key in this 3-4-bedroom, 4.5-bath richly appointed home on a widely protected canal. Over 150’ of newly recapped seawall with lifts. The water can accommodate up to a 60’ boat. So many wonderful memories have been made here! The foyer is impressive with its rustic shell-stone flooring and carved wood entry doors. It is flanked on either side by two en-suite guest bedrooms, each with plenty of privacy. The home has splendid cathedral ceilings. The spacious living room has rich, travertine flooring and a grand fireplace. Newer, hurricane-rated sliding doors can open directly onto the gas heated, screened, 16’x35’ pool. The large dining room is open to the living room with ample space for a stately dining table. Built-ins there provide a perfect buffet. The office/den/4th bedroom is tucked away with a lovely corner window. The spacious owner’s retreat opens to the screened lanai and heated pool where you can enjoy the dolphin statue and the glistening water. Its bath offers dual sinks, a free-standing Roman tub, a large shower and plenty of natural light. The kitchen features beautiful wood flooring, a large center island with gas cooktop, wall ovens, warming drawer, worlds of cabinet space, a wine cooler, beverage refrigerators, a wonderful porcelain farm sink, and plenty of work/serve space. The kitchen is open to a huge family room with a fireplace, floor-to-ceiling windows that invite the outdoors in, and sweeping views of the wide, long canal. There are myriad ways to entertain others and yourself here. Host large parties in the grand dining room, or smaller ones in the vast, open kitchen/family room. The pool is yet another place to share your home. The home wraps around and can be fully opened for a seamless flow of guests. The lot is over a third of an acre with an extensive, brick paver drive. There is easy parking for 4 cars in the spacious garage area. See the features sheet for additional details. Country Club Shores is one of the most sought-after waterfront communities in a very convenient location on the south end of Longboat Key. Put your toes in the sand and hear the waves lapping in the Gulf of Mexico in just a few minutes through an easement for Country Club Shores located at the end of the Longboat Key Club, Gulf front golf course near the crossing light. The world-renowned Longboat Key Club is close by, where members enjoy first-class amenities and 5-star service. You’ll be just a short drive away from the upscale shops of St Armand's Circle and downtown Sarasota. The location can’t be beat. This home tells a story. Make the next chapter yours!