1827 Baywood Dr, Sarasota, Florida
List Price: $2,275,000
MLS Number: A4633672

PRICE REDUCTION. NOT IN A FLOOD ZONE. Quick boat ride to ICW and Siesta Key. This beautifully updated waterfront residence offers refined Florida coastal living in a truly exceptional setting. Positioned on a picturesque "Y" intersection of two canals, the property provides serene water views, privacy, and effortless access for boating and outdoor enjoyment--just minutes from Siesta Key's renowned white sand beaches.A stately approach framed by mature oaks and professional landscaping leads to a custom paver drive and striking hurricane-impact glass entry. Inside, the open, light-filled floor plan showcases original terrazzo and travertine flooring, impact windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. French doors open to expansive gardens, tranquil fountains, a private pool, and classic Chicago brick lining more than 100 feet of waterfront.Designed for entertaining, the home features multiple outdoor living spaces, including an expansive Trex deck overlooking the canal, a pergola, screened patio, and covered cabana. Boating amenities include a 40+ foot dock with fish station, a 10,000-lb lighted boat lift, and direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf via Midnight Pass.The kitchen is appointed with quartz countertops, ceiling-height shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, reverse-osmosis water, and generous windows overlooking the backyard. Living and dining spaces flow effortlessly, complemented by a separate family room opening to a screened lanai.The second level is devoted entirely to the primary suite, a private retreat featuring hardwood floors, water views in every direction, French doors with retractable screens, a private balcony, and a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, a Carrara-tiled walk-in shower, and custom walk-in closets. Renovated guest accommodations complete the main level.Move-in ready and ideally located near Siesta Key, downtown Sarasota, and the region's cultural, dining, and shopping destinations ***No hurricane damage.1827 is a rare waterfront offering where elegance, comfort, and coastal living converge.