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, youre 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 entertainers 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 Sarasotas wealth of visual and performing arts, theatre, and cultural attractions!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 12 x 15
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 10 x 14
- Primary Bedroom Level: First
- Bedroom 2 Level: First
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Living Room Dimensions: 12 x 15
- Living Room Level: First
- Extra Room-1 Description: Storage Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Built-in Features
- Ceiling Fans(s)
- Crown Molding
- Open Floorplan
- Primary Bedroom Main Floor
- Stone Counters
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Treatments
- Furnished Description: Negotiable
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Window Features: Blinds, Impact Glass/Storm Windows, Shades, Window Treatments
Appliances
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Electric Water Heater
- Exhaust Fan
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Electric
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 7 x 12
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Dimensions: 6 x 18
- Kitchen Level: First
Waterfront and Water Access
- Water Body Name: GULF OF MEXICO
- Water Features: Beach, Gulf/Ocean, Lagoon
- Gulf/Ocean
- Waterfront Feet: 800
Exterior and Lot Features
- Irrigation System
- Lighting
- Outdoor Grill
- Outdoor Shower
- Sliding Doors
- Storage
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Paved
Garage and Parking
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, Circular Driveway, Covered, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Ground Level, Guest
Land Info
- Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Trees/Landscaped
Home Features
- View: Pool, Water
- Security Features: Key Card Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Laundry, Lobby Key Required, Maintenance, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Shuffleboard Court, Storage, Vehicle Restrictions, Wheelchair Access
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Cable TV, Common Area Taxes, Pool, Escrow Reserves Fund, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance, Management, Pest Control, Private Road, Recreational Facilities, Security, Sewer, Trash, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1342
- Association Name: Jackie Runyon, General Manager
- Association Name 2: Whispering Sands Condominium Association
- Association Phone: 9413498458
- Pets Allowed: No
- Senior Community: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Phillippi Shores Elementary
- High School: Sarasota High
- Middle School: Brookside Middle
Condo Info
- Unit Floor In Building: 2
Rental Info
- Lease Term: Minimum Lease: 2 Months
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Fitness Center, Handicap Modified, Pool, Special Community Restrictions, Wheelchair Access
Other Property Info
- Community Association WaterFeatures: Gulf/Ocean Front, Water Access, Waterfront
- Annual Tax Amount: 2776.55
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Sarasota
- Directions: From US 41, go west on Siesta Drive, over the North Bridge onto Siesta Key. The road will curve left and turn into Higel. After the intersection with Midnight Pass Road, make the sharp RH turn at the small roundabout and the road changes into Ocean Blvd. Whispering Sands is about a mile on your right, on the Gulf side of the Key.
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condominium
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: 34242 - Sarasota/Crescent Beach/Siesta Key
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: WHISPERING SANDS SEC 7
- Parcel Number: 0080157007
- Postal Code Plus 4: 1657
- Subdivision: WHISPERING SANDS SEC 7
- Township: 37S
- Zoning: RMF2
- Management Company: On Site Property Manager
- Property Features: Condo Fees: 1342 Monthly
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1464
- Year Built: 1973
- Building Area Source: Public Records
- Building Area Total: 1464
- Building Name: NORTH TOWER
- Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
- Direction Faces: East
- Foundation Details: Stilt/On Piling
- Levels: One
- Property Age: 51
- Property Attached: Yes
- Roof: Built-Up, Concrete, Tile
- Levels or Stories: 12
- Building Total Stories: 12
- Structure Type: End Unit, High Rise
- Elevator: Yes
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- BB/HS Internet Available
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Fire Hydrant
- Phone Available
- Public
- Sewer Connected
- Street Lights
- Water Connected
- Water Source: Public
