The Closest Condo to the Gulf of Mexico on Siesta Key

The Closest Condo to the Gulf of Mexico on Siesta Key Summary We are directly on the beach. The Gulf of Mexico is about 125' from our lanai and the Bay inlet is about 100' from our guest bedroom window and east balcony. Description Location, Location, Location! When we travel over 1,000 miles from our home in Kansas City to enjoy a beach vacation we're not interested in being steps from the beach, across from the beach, or having what is often euphemistically advertised as, a view of the beach. We want to be smack dab right on the beach and have a direct view of the ocean. In our opinion, it simply makes no sense to stop 1,000 or even 500 feet short of our destination. This is why, after an intense threeyear search for what we consider to be the perfect location, we chose the closest condo to the Gulf of Mexico on Siesta Key. With the wideopen floor plan, you will enjoy direct Gulf views from the master bedroom, living room, dining room and kitchen. This is beachfront at its best! As you can see from the aerial photograph above, Fisherman's Cove is built on a very narrow strip of sand and sits directly on the beach. The Gulf of Mexico is approximately 150 feet from our lanai and master bedroom window, and the bay inlet is only about 100 feet from our east balcony and guest bedroom window. This unique location gives us the best of both worlds the beach and magnificent sunsets to the west, and sunrise across the bay to the east. We are so close to the Gulf of Mexico that some of our guests have said, sitting on the lanai is like being on the lido deck of a cruise ship, and virtually all our guests exclaim, "the pictures simply don't do it justice." After buying the condo, our first priority was perfecting the 120 square foot lanai. At the risk of sounding gauche, we spared no expense when we decided to rip out the old and start fresh with 13 feet of floor to ceiling sliding glass panels across the western view of the gulf, and a large picture window facing the beach to the south. To perfect the view we replaced the "picket fence" railing you'll see on other condos with a custom tempered glass rail. The picket fence we replaced made us feel like a prisoner peering at the beach from behind bars. With the new

design you enjoy the ambiance of a totally unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico. Another frustration with the old design, which is also common with most condos, was it had a fixed screen that made it impossible to take good sunset pictures. Our new design uses sliding screens, which enables you to take great sunset pictures from the comfort of the lanai. You can see one of these sunset pictures above and there is an entire gallery dedicated to sunsets and moonsets on our dedicated website. Both of the bedrooms are large and easily accommodate kingsize beds with night stands and outlets for charging smartphones on both sides. Both bedrooms also have large dressers and chests as well as large closets for storage. To insure you fully enjoy this unique ambiance, we equipped both bedrooms with kingsize Jamison pillowtop beds. Jamison is wellknown as the supplier for the highly rated beds used in Marriott hotels, and the bed we selected is two notches up from the one Marriott uses. The master suite has a private onsuite bath with a large tiled shower and a direct beachfront view of the Gulf of Mexico. With its 4' by 6 sliding window, you will be lulled to sleep at night by the sound of the waves; the perfect prescription for relieving stress! Your guests will enjoy a beautiful sunrise view with their large bayfront window. Your guests can also close off the guest wing of the condo so they have private access to their full bathroom that includes a tiled tub and shower combination. For your convenience, your reserved parking space is straight across from the entrance where you will find an elevator and carts you can use to move things between your vehicle and your room. For us, vacations have always been about creating memories, and taking time to unwind from the demands we face in the crazy world. At the south end of Siesta Key you escape the traffic congestion and maddening crowds that are common on the northern end of the island. At the south end traffic moves smoothly along treelined streets and you won t have to fight crowds to find a spot to sit on the beach. There are three good restaurants with indoor and alfresco seating within a short walk, and a dozen more within two miles, so you may decide there is no reason to venture beyond our little slice of paradise. Also within a short walk is a fullservice marina, a playground for kids, and secluded picnic area with a grill that is perfect for a sunset cookout. Our guests are also welcome to use the gas grills you ll see by the bay and boat docks. Kayak rental and tours are also within easy walking distance; as are boat rentals, Jet Ski rentals, fishing guides and other activities. If you rent a kayak for the week, you are welcome to use our kayak storage rack and custom designed kayak launch. If you decide to try kayaking, I ll help you plan a route where you are likely to pull next to manatees, and see some of the wonderful birds that inhabit the mangrove islands close by. If you bring your own boat, or rent one during your stay, you are welcome to use any of the boat docks at Fisherman's Cove free of charge. The fishing is great from both our beach and the bay, and I can help improve your luck by pointing out some of my favorite spots. Snook, Sheephead, Ladyfish, Flounder, Cobia and various members of the Jack family are common, and if you stay with us midyear, don t be surprised if you hook into a large Tarpon. To help you plan your vacation and navigate like a local, we provide all of our guests with a comprehensive Siesta Key Vacation Guide. This includes all the information you ll need to prepare, a condo owner s manual, our personal reviews of over 30 great restaurants and information about virtually all the activities available in the Siesta Key

area. These include many great activities for families with children. Our Guide also includes a listing of fun things to do that are not covered in the tourist brochures. For example, did you know there is a nearby beach where you can readily find fossilized shark teeth that are five to fifteen million years old? Well, there is, but it's not the one you will read about in the travel books. While we enjoy the sporting activities, sightseeing and night life, our favorite ritual is decidedly more laid back. For us, it's all about the view, the sound of the waves and the wideopen expanse of beach that stretches for miles. The beach in front of our condo was "renourished" with fresh sand from the gulf during the spring of 2016, and is perfect for walking. If collecting seashells is on your agenda, you ll appreciate the fact that our beach offers the best shelling in Siesta Key! To our north you can walk for approximately a mile and a half before you come to the famed Point of Rocks. When you walk the beach to the south you'll pass by one small condo, about six private residences, and following that, you'll enjoy more than a mile of totally undeveloped beachfront. This is one of the few undeveloped areas you'll find on any of any of Florida's Gulf barrier islands it's just you, the birds and fresh seashells that washed up during the night. As you walk further south you ll actually cross over to very exclusive Casey Key (connected to Siesta Key). The first house you'll come to on Casey Key is owned by worldfamous author Stephen King. If you are up to it, you can continue south longer than your legs will probably take you. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway or a family vacation, Fisherman's Cove is a great destination. If you are our guest for even just one week, you'll understand why they say, "If you're lucky enough to live on Siesta Key, you're lucky enough!" Please contact us with any questions. It would be our pleasure to help you plan the ideal Siesta Key vacation. Please note: There are NO hidden charges! We cover all charges for maid service, cleaning and fresh linens. We also provide free broadband Internet access, Free WiFi, free cable TV and a condo phone for local and tollfree calls. If there should ever be a problem, we have fulltime office and maintenance workers onsite six days a week, and phone numbers you can call for 24/7 support! This is your time to relax, and we do everything we can to insure the only surprises are good surprises. We were named "Host of the Month" by Florida Rentals by Owner: https://floridarentalbyowners.com/blog/index.php/2018/04/02/flarbohostofthemonthapril2018/ Map Address: 8900 Blind Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242, USA Zip Code: 34242 Latitude / Longitude: 27.215659 / 82.515421

Nearest Airport Tampa and Ft Myers 70 miles Nearest Bar Turtle Beach Grill 0.25 miles Bus and Free Trolly 300 feet Nearest Golf Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club 9 miles Nearest Highway State Highway 41 (Tamiami Trail) 3 miles Turtle's Restaurant 0.25 miles Nearest Bus Station Nearest Restaurant Additional Property Information We are the only beachfront condo that I know of on the Gulf Coast of Florida that provides a direct view of the Gulf and Bay. We are on the quiet south end of Siesta Key where the shelling is the best and you can walk the beach for miles. We provide all of our guests with an extensive "get acquainted" package that includes the following information: What s next Reservation confirmation, payment schedule & your rental agreement Trip Cancellation / Travel Insurance information Things to consider bringing with you Driving directions to condo Getting around Siesta Key and Sarasota Quick supply stop Coffee for your first morning Shopping for groceries and adult beverages Upon arrival Checking in, getting keys from lockbox, parking and condo location Any problems Numbers to call 24/7 Condo operations WiFi, TVs, etc. Restaurants, meat and fish markets Includes address, phone number, web addresses and commentary about our favorite dishes at approximately 30 great restaurants Things to do Includes information about shopping, golf, tennis, fishing, where to rent boats, kayaks, etc., as well

as many things you can do for free. Also covers numerous activities for families with kids Accommodation, Features Condo Bedroom(s): 2 ( 6 Sleeps ) King: 2, Sleep Sofa: 1 Bathroom(s): 2 Combination Tub / Shower: 1, Walkin Shower: 1 Suitability Long term rentals: Yes Pet Friendly: No Smoking: No smoking Children: Yes, great for kids Wheelchair Accessible: No Seniors: Yes Themes Adventure, Away From It All, Family Friendly, Romantic, Sports & Activities, Tourist Attractions Location Type Beach View, Beachfront, Near The Ocean, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Water View, Waterfront Popular Amenities Air Conditioning, Balcony, Catering Available, Deck / Patio, Dishwasher, Elevator, Gated Entry, Linens Provided, Outdoor Grill, Pool, Towels Provided, Wireless Internet Indoor Features Activities / Restaurant Guide, Alarm Clock, Blender, Coffee Maker, Cooking Utensils, Dining Area, Dishes & Utensils, Freezer, Hair Dryer, Heating, Iron & Board, Kitchen, Living Room, Microwave, Oven, Pantry Items, Refrigerator, Stove, Telephone, Toaster Outdoor Features Beach Chairs, Beach Umbrellas, Community Pool, Courtyard, Dock, Fish Cleaning Table, Heated Pool, Kayak / Canoe, Lanai / Gazebo, Lawn / Garden, Outdoor Charcoal Grill, Outdoor Furniture, Outdoor Gas Grill, Picnic Table, Porch / Veranda, Terrace / Balcony, Water Sports Gear Access & Parking Elevator, Parking Off Street, Private Car Park, Secure Parking, Stairs Activities Activities & Adventure: Antiquing, Basketball, Beachcombing, Bird Watching, Boating, Cycling, Deep Sea Fishing, Diving, Eco Tourism, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hot Air Ballooning, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Miniature Golf, Outlet Shopping, Paddle Boating, Paragliding, Parasailing, Photography, Pier Fishing, Racquetball, Roller Blading, Sailing,

Scenic Drives, Shelling, Shopping, Shuffleboard, Sight Seeing, Snorkeling, Sound/Bay Fishing, Surf Fishing, Surfing, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Walking, Water Skiing, Water Tubing, Wildlife Viewing, WindSurfing Rates Nightly rate Rate summary 25Aug2018 16Nov2018 Early Fall 2018 Week Weekend Weekly Monthly $1,150 $4,370 $2,295 $8,721 $1,150 Min. Change Stay over $4,370 Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat $8,075 Sat Sat $8,721 Sat Sat $5,681 Sat Sat $6,023 Sat Sat 17Nov2018 23Nov2018 Thanksgiving 2018 $1,425 24Nov2018 14Dec2018 Late Fall 2018 $1,150 15Dec2018 21Dec2018 Week Before Christmas 2018 $1,425 22Dec2018 04Jan2019 Christmas / New Year 2018 / $1,975 2019 05Jan2019 25Jan2019 January 2019 $1,590 26Jan2019 01Mar2019 February 2019 $2,125 02Mar2019 26Apr2019 Late Winter / Early Spring 2019 $2,295 27Apr2019 28Jun2019 Late Spring 2019 $1,495 29Jun2019 02Aug2019 July 2019 $1,585

Nightly rate Week 03Aug2019 23Aug2019 August 2019 Weekly Weekend $1,495 Monthly Min. Change Stay over Sat Sat $4,541 Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat $6,042 Sat Sat 24Aug2019 22Nov2019 Fall 2019 $1,195 23Nov2019 29Nov2019 Thanksgiving 2019 $1,525 30Nov2019 20Dec2019 Late Fall 2019 $1,195 21Dec2019 03Jan2020 Christmas 2018 / New Year $2,075 2019 04Jan2020 31Jan2020 January 2020 $1,590 Fees, Taxes, Deposit Type Price Charge Type Reservation Deposit Required $450 State and Local taxes Required 13% One time One time Policies Check in: 16:00, Check out: 09:00 Our minimum rental age is 25 and all guests must be registered by name with the office. Our minimum rental period is seven days with check in on Saturday and checkout on Saturday. We provide one reserved parking place and offer additional spaces for families with more than one vehicle. We accept all major credit cards and checks We charge a $450.00 deposit to secure a reservation. The balance is due 60 days from arrival. You will be provided a complete rental agreement upon making your reservation Additional Info For more information and many more pictures of the condo and surrounding area, please see our dedicated

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