This beautiful, REMODELED, 2 bed/2 bath GULF FRONT tower residence in the premiere property of Whispering Sands is the perfect combination of comfort and convenience! Immediately upon entry, you’re greeted with spectacular, unobstructed 180 degree views of the sparkling Gulf of Mexico! Along with its direct FULL GULF VIEWS, this unit is just one floor away from the beachside pool and Whispering Sands' own private beach. It's also conveniently located on the same floor as the Tower Lounge, reserved for the exclusive use of tower owners and their guests outside of community wide events. An entertainer’s dream, this unit welcomes you into the nicely REMODELED kitchen and great OPEN CONCEPT floor plan, enabling easy interaction between you and your guests. The kitchen features granite countertops & backsplash, an 8’ breakfast bar that seats 4, a brand new 2024 refrigerator and 2024 dishwasher, recessed LED & under cabinet lighting, an abundance of cabinet storage, and a convenient built-in desk with granite. Experience true Florida living by opening the floor to ceiling sliders in both the living room and primary bedroom and take in the fresh salt breezes and the gentle sound of the surf. Both sets of sliders include remote controlled shades. The primary bedroom includes a custom walk-in closet, large vanity area, and an ensuite bath with marble countertops, glassed walk-in shower, and linen closet with pullout drawers. A set of glassed French doors with privacy shades opens into the guest bedroom, which is currently set up as both an office and bedroom with a fantastic SICO wall bed, desk, and built-ins. Flooring consists of ceramic tile placed on the diagonal in the living areas & carpeted bedrooms. Beautifully textured ceilings and walls. Selected furniture is also included. Whispering Sands is a premiere 55+ Gulf front community offering beautifully landscaped grounds, security, onsite management, 2 heated pools, Tower Lounge and Clubhouse, beachside Tiki hut, grills, shuffleboard, canoe/kayak storage racks, and 800’ of private beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Best of all, you are just around the corner from the colorful boutiques and restaurants of Siesta Key Village and a short drive across the North Bridge to Sarasota’s wealth of visual and performing arts, theatre, and cultural attractions!

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. *PRICE IMPROVEMENT!* Welcome to affordable WATERFRONT living! Nestled on the mainland side of Little Sarasota Bay on the Intracoastal Waterway, and just a short walk or bike ride across the bridge to the white quartz sand beaches of Siesta Key, this charming ground floor residence at Castel Del Mare offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise at a price you simply can’t find on Siesta Key. SELECTED FURNITURE INCLUDED. A waterfront property situated directly on the Intracoastal, Castel Del Mare offers resort style living with a plethora of amenities. This complex boasts a beautiful circular bayside pool, a clubside lap pool, clubhouse, bayside gazebo, fishing pier, kayak launch & storage, boardwalk along the Bay, outdoor grill, waterside shuffleboard, and a tennis/pickleball court. Tucked away from the main road with peaceful wooded views, this easy 1st floor unit means there's no need to deal with stairs or elevators. It’s also conveniently located just steps from the clubhouse and lap pool. The spacious living and dining room combination provides lots of room for everyone to spread out. A set of sliders opens into your own private, sunny, screened lanai, offering quiet relaxation with beautiful wooded views and easy back door access to the backyard and tennis court. There’s also a convenient storage closet for your beach essentials. The kitchen features a convenient pass-through to the living space, making entertaining easy. Offering more pretty tree views from its south facing window, the NEWLY PAINTED bedroom features NEW CARPET, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath with shower/tub combination. 3 ceiling fans in this unit keep the coastal breezes flowing throughout. Ideally located next door to waterside shops, a marina with a waterfront restaurant, and a boat club which offers memberships for boating, fishing, or watersports, Castel Del Mare is also an easy 5-minute drive east to Publix, drugstores, and the wonderful myriad of great restaurants on the mainland. Experience the easy waterfront lifestyle in unit #102!