825 N SHORE DRIVE

Elegantly situated on two acres with 350 feet of direct beach frontage makes this Anglo Caribbean-style home a true island treasure and unquestionably one of the best locations on Anna Maria Island's Bean Point. Upon entering this coastal retreat, you'll immediately be captivated by the full panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico with Passage Key and Egmont Key in the near distance. With an abundance of windows, glass French doors and multiple balconies, you'll never miss the most spectacular sunsets and illuminating pathways through lush, tropical landscaping leading to the pristine shoreline. The glass elevator will take you up to the master suite, which occupies the entire upper level with a sitting area, wet bar, private balcony, office nook, laundry room, large walk-in cedar closet, and a posh dual bath with a double walk-in shower and private water closets. Living spaces include a classic kitchen with granite countertops, Sub-Zero refrigerator and dinette area, great room with coral, gas fireplace, two en-suite guest bedrooms with sitting rooms (one having its own wet bar and washer and dryer), Florida room, bonus room used as an exercise room/den. Other designer details include plantation shutters, crown molding, wainscoting on ceilings, custom built-ins and Merbau wood flooring throughout the home. Lower level has a climate-controlled wine cellar, oversized two-car garage with an extra storage room and a large, screened-in lanai with an outside shower and bath. If so desired, an addition of a pool is permitted. This world-renowned destination has ample opportunities for boating, fishing, golfing and offers many boutique shops, galleries, island theater and eateries for your enjoyment.