Description

Coastal elegance meets relaxed island living in this beautifully renovated and fully furnished Key West-style waterfront retreat on Longboat Key. Offering boating, beach, and three bedrooms and three full baths, this thoughtfully designed home also features a private guest/in-law suite complete with its own full bath and kitchenette-ideal for extended stays or visiting family and friends. Step outside to your own tropical oasis, where a heated in-ground pool and expansive paver lanai create the perfect setting for alfresco entertaining. The well-protected canal frontage includes a private dock with boat lift, water, and electric, providing effortless access to Sarasota Bay, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Gulf. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the direct, easy navigation, while beach lovers will enjoy the nearby neighborhood beach access just a short stroll away. Inside, the open great room floor plan showcases plank wood flooring, a cozy fireplace, and an expansive Florida room overlooking the water. The well-appointed kitchen features gas cooking and generous workspace-perfect for the home chef. The spacious main-level primary suite offers a walk-in closet and private en-suite bath, while a separate guest bedroom and adjacent full bath provide comfort and privacy. On the ground level, the fully appointed in-law / guest suite opens directly to the pool and lanai area and includes a full bath and new kitchenette. A versatile bonus space offers endless possibilities-game room, fitness studio, hobby space, or additional lounge area. Recent improvements include a new roof, Florida room addition with impact windows, Hardie board siding, in-law / guest suite kitchenette cabinets and appliances, and more. Lush tropical landscaping, raised planting beds, a kayak launch, paver drive and walkways, privacy fencing, and a welcoming front porch complete the exterior appeal. Located in the friendly Norton Street neighborhood, residents enjoy a voluntary social homeowners association with regular gatherings-one of the many reasons this is considered one of the island's most desirable year-round communities. Waterfront luxury. Easy boating. Close to the beach. 601 Norton is your opportunity to embrace the very best of island living.