Welcome to a beautiful hidden gem of tropical paradise on Longboat Key. The Bayport Beach and Tennis Club, designed by Tim Seibert, one of the founding Architects of the World-famous Sarasota School of Architecture, occupies 27 lushly-landscaped, tropical acres on Longboat Key. Bayport Beach and Tennis Club has 1200 feet of pristine, private beach and is contiguous to miles of walking in either direction. Beach chairs and umbrellas are provided for owners and guests. This spacious 2BR/2BA residence has 1,600 +/- living space with some of the best views of Sarasota Bay! Designed with the feel of a single-family home, the living room is spacious and inviting and opens up to an expansive deck with breathtaking views of Sarasota Bay. The deck is a perfect location to relax, entertain or enjoy nature. The primary suite is a nice size and offers an office area with an amazing view! The primary bath has dual vanities, a large walk-in closet with built in-shelves, a full-size bath/shower. Guest accommodations provide a welcoming oasis for friends and family. The kitchen is light and bright. There is plenty of counter and cabinet space for your culinary needs. Also, an on site property management office. For community activities, Bayport features a Junior-Olympic, heated pool, 4 har-tru tennis courts, fitness center, fishing pier and kayak facilities. While walking our nature trails one is likely to spot osprey, heron, IBIS and Egrets, to name a few. Bayport’s Clubhouse bustles with social activities to meet the many interests of owners and guests. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the many waterways the area offers for boating, fishing, paddle boarding, surfing, etc. The beautiful Bayfront Park is close by and has an amenities for all ages. It even has beautiful pickle ball courts with a Sarasota Bay view. For golf enthusiasts, Longboat Key offers two private championship waterfront courses. In addition, Sarasota has many public courses. Within minutes, one can access famous St Armand’s Circle with its exceptional shopping and dining amenities. From there, cross beautiful Ringling bridge and in minutes, one can be in the center of downtown Sarasota, which is well known for world-class theatre, dining, opera, ballet, symphony, comedy, art galleries, the Ringling Museum, Selby Gardens, the Van Wezel; home to Broadway and other professional entertainment. All of this is within easy reach from Bayport Beach and Tennis Club; no wonder it is often called one of Longboat Key’s hidden gems!