1617 Brookhouse Dr. #BR-159, Sarasota, FL 34231

This first-floor, two-bedroom, two-bath furnished residence with water, fountain and tree canopy views is located in the beautiful Sarasota waterfront community of Pelican Cove. Upon entering the condominium, the comfortable space features both living room and dining areas with views through to glass sliders, which open onto a roomy screened lanai overlooking the water. The eat-in kitchen also has sliding doors leading to its own front outdoor patio. This floor plan allows for complete privacy in the two en-suite bedrooms, both with great views. The master bedroom is generous with an open dressing area along with a large walk-in closet. The guest bedroom has an open patio overlooking the lake. There is ample storage in a room off of the screened lanai, which contains the washer and dryer. The Pelican Cove community stands out in offering residents a lifestyle with resort amenities and year-round recreational activities within its 75 acres of lush tropical gardens along Little Sarasota Bay. Enjoy miles of shaded paths and walkways, an active marina with 86 boat slips and direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, three clubhouses, six heated pools, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness room and dog run. Bird lovers rejoice as this is actually part of a Bird Sanctuary along Sarasota Bay, as per Sarasota County, so bring your binoculars or camera. "Pelican Cove University" offers an exciting curriculum of classes and clubs - everything from lectures and presentations on local flora and fauna to current events and politics, ceramics and the performing arts. Need to feed your artistic soul? There's an art studio, an art club, photography studio and club as well as a woodworking shop. Pelican Cove is ideal for people with joie de vivre who love boating, fishing and outdoor activities but who also enjoy discovering new experiences and continuing to expand their knowledge. This is your opportunity to purchase your own piece of paradise - just minutes from Siesta Key Beach, restaurants, shopping, theaters and cultural events of downtown Sarasota!