1300 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN DRIVE UNIT 1001

Ritz-Carlton Managed "The Beach Residences" on Lido Key. BEYOND IMAGINATION with unparalleled amenities in a lifestyle of privacy and comfort await you here. Instant enjoyment with hypnotizing views from this 10th floor home in the sky. The Ultimate Southwest Corner Residence in Sarasota and her islands! Upon arrival at this exclusive Gulf-front paradise, the experience is one of pure refinement in a luxury beach resort setting. This residence has it all! From the moment you step out of your private elevator into your residence, you have walls of glass, with approximately 300-degree views of forever sunrise and sunset views. Enjoy picturesque panoramas of the Gulf, Bay, Sarasota skyline, and kayakers in the nature preserve. Beautiful views envelop this meticulously designed 3 bdrm plus a family room of 4200 sq. ft. residence. The ultimate in casual elegance: travertine flooring in the main living area, 10' foot ceilings, custom gourmet kitchen with Dacor ovens and warming drawer, cooktop subzero refrigerator, and wine refrigerator. Also, a generous island breakfast bar with a planning desk. Two spacious terraces, one for sunrise the other for sunset. Live the Ritz-Carlton lifestyle with amenities including a private owner's pool & spa, social room w/kitchen, board room, billiard or ping-pong room, theater with tiered seating, massage room, 24-hour concierge, state of the art fitness center, 2 guest suites, and a dog run. Maintenance fee covers building exterior, cable, internet, escrow reserve funds, the electric bill for the common area, flood insurance, ground maintenance, building insurance, maintenance and repairs, manager, public insurance, recreational facilities, roof, security, trash removal, and water and sewer, also a very healthy reserve. Minutes to St. Armand's Circle! 2 parking spaces under the building on the lobby level. Air-conditioned storage on amenity level. TWO pets welcome no weight limit! Membership is available at the Ritz Carlton Beach Club.