Imagine a spectacular coastal retreat on the magnificent Gulf of Mexico. This luxurious resort-style residence L'Ambiance on Longboat Key features two opulent bedrooms plus a den and 3.5 well-designed baths under 2,800 heated square feet, with an additional 620 square feet of eye-catching outside terraces. The ample, west-facing terrace offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. The second terrace off the kitchen, den and guest room offers equally tantalizing views of Sarasota Bay, the golf course to the east and the downtown Sarasota skyline in the distance. Behind the gates of Longboat Key Club, you will find a home with wonderful features such as a private elevator vestibule, an elegant double-door entry, lofty ceilings, a light and bright interior, a wet bar in the great room and eye-catching floor-to-ceiling windows. If creating meals is your passion, the well-designed kitchen features European-styled cabinetry, a spacious center island prep area, a built-in desk, all this with unobstructed views of the gulf and bay. The split-bedroom floor plan offers quality bamboo and marble flooring, and a spacious den you can easily convert into a third bedroom. You'll fall in love with the impressive primary suite that offers dual baths with a jetted tub, marble finishes and a spacious shower you can get lost in. All this with closets generously designed with lots of built-ins, a terrace entrance for enjoying sunrises and sunsets, and the beautiful white sand beach with its shimmering gulf views. This home comes with one reserved parking space and a storage unit. The desired L'Ambiance community features a heated, Olympic-sized swimming pool with a 90-foot lap area and whirlpool spa, two Har-Tru tennis courts, an equipped gym and aerobics center, an air-conditioned room for bicycle storage, storage space for pool and beach accessories, a billiards room, and men's and women's card rooms. The community also offers an expansive entertainment area with bar and kitchen, and two one-bedroom rental suites for guests. More than 20 tropical acres of beautifully landscaped grounds greet you when you enter this private, 24-hour guard-gated community with an on-site concierge 16 hours a day. If all that's not enough, owners are eligible to join the Longboat Key Club, with its 54 holes of championship golf, state-of-the-art tennis and pickleball, and several gourmet dining choices. Ideally on the south end of the island, L'Ambiance is just minutes from the renowned shopping and dining destinations of St. Armands Circle and the social events that make Sarasota the cultural capital of Florida. Experience the Sarasota Opera, the Ballet, the West Coast Symphony, the Ringling Museum of Art and many other art galleries. From world-class restaurants to beautiful marinas and golf courses, Sarasota offers something for everyone. This spectacular home offers unparalleled luxury living in an unrivaled beachfront setting. Call today for an appointment.