1801 GULF DRIVE N UNIT 246

Enjoy the best of island living at this Runaway Bay condo with direct open water views of Anna Maria Sound and just a quick stroll across the street to the beaches and warm water of The Gulf of Mexico. This top floor end unit comes tastefully turnkey furnished in a casual coastal style with engineered hardwood floors throughout the entry, kitchen, dining and living rooms. The spacious great room is framed by hurricane grade sliding doors that open onto your very private lanai with bay breezes, seabirds, dolphin and an occasional sailboat to entertain your views. There is a convenient storage closet off the lanai for all of your beach and pool toys. The home chef will appreciate the light and bright kitchen which has breakfast bar, open views while cooking to the great room and bay as well as a large closet pantry. The dining room easily seats six plus room at the breakfast bar and has built ins to house your extra wine glasses, games, books and other entertaining essentials. The master bedroom has full water views, a walk in closet, lockable owner's closet and a full en suite bathroom with updated shower, vanity and tile floors. Your guests will love their spacious bedroom with a cozy coastal theme, ample closet and a full bathroom with updated shower/tub combo, new vanity and tile floors. Both bathrooms have end unit windows, allowing for natural light and ventilation. The foyer has a utility and storage closet and the hallway laundry closet has full size washer and dryer as well as plenty of hanging and storage space for those beach and pool towels. Perfectly located within the Runaway Bay community on the bay and away from any traffic noise, this end unit sits next to a grilling area with picnic table for al fresco dining. There is also a kayak launch and kayak or canoe storage so you can walk out your door and be on the water in minutes! Amenities abound at Runaway Bay and you will never run out of activities for you and your guests. Boasting the largest salt water pool on Anna Maria Island with pickleball and tennis court, shuffle board, bocce ball, fitness center, clubhouse and a private fishing pier a few doors down on the bay. The powder sand beaches on The Gulf of Mexico are a short stroll across the street via an on demand crosswalk with deeded beach access. You can catch the free island trolley at the stop at the condo entrance and explore Anna Maria Island from end to end without getting in a car! Quaint local shopping and unique outdoor dining options abound in Bradenton Beach. Use this peaceful, maintenance-free condo for your own or take advantage of short-term weekly rentals, perfect for an investor. One assigned parking space and permitted guest parking. Come make this waterfront home your dream home!