1255 N Gulfstream Ave. #808, Sarasota, FL 34236

CORNER LOCATION PRIVACY & EXPANSIVE BAY VIEWS! This coveted Bay Plaza floor plan offers two balconies and over 2,000 square feet of interior living plus 317 square feet of panoramic balconies; 180-degree views overlook Sarasota Bay, Big Pass and the Gulf of Mexico Beyond. As a bonus the twinkling lights of the city and marina below dance off the water as the sunsets. Designed with two full bedrooms and two baths and upgraded with a private study. Pocket doors separate the main living area and another set of doors directly off the foyer provide the perfect environment for work at home with a built-in desk and natural lighting. Ceramic tiled floors, edging the gallery wall, merge with the hardwood flooring that defines the great room with living and dining space. Two sets of triple sliding glass doors and mirrored walls enhance the spaciousness and promote the sense of being surrounded by water. Entertain guests with ease as the gathering transitions onto a 29-foot covered, open-air balcony. A second gesture towards the art of entertaining is the 6-foot serving bar opening to the kitchen. Always in-style, white raised panel cabinetry casts task lighting upon the Corian countertops. A full appliance package includes a stainless-steel dishwasher and Samsung refrigerator. Adjacent, a 09x09 laundry/craft room has cabinetry, a full-length crafting/folding station, and a stack washer/dryer. Nearby are the guest quarters including a full bath and bedroom with bay views. A second private balcony is in the primary suite complete with an enormous California-Style walk-in closet. The renovated personal bath extends breathing space in this spa-like setting with a free-standing tub, floating vanities, double vessel sinks, solid surfaces, and designer fixtures. A lavatory and a separate shower with rain shower head, double glass doors and glass tile are found in the water closet. Included is assigned garaged parking for one car and plenty of extra spots. Nestled in one of the most esteemed, secure, and architecturally significant downtown buildings in Sarasota, you can enjoy 24-hour concierge, 24-hour valet services, EV charging stations, an elegant lobby, fitness center, hot tub, swimming pool, media room, outdoor grill, storage, and more! Immerse yourself in the active social lifestyle that is downtown Sarasota. Bay Plaza is perfectly situated for personal viewing of the 4th of July fireworks at Marina Jacks from the comfort of your own balcony. Whole Foods, the Theatre and Opera and your choice of excellent restaurants are close by. This prime location is close to virtually every cultural event that the city has to offer and only minutes to St. Armand’s Circle, Longboat Key, and your choice of any one of Sarasota’s attractive beaches.