Rarely available northwest facing condo with sweeping views of Sarasota Bay all the way to Anna Maria Island. This view will forever be unobstructed due to the direct waterfront location and the restrictions on building up at the park next door. The 17th stack has the most coveted view of all due to its all water view; with a little bit of the the new bayfront park to the north. Wall to wall windows from the dining area to the kitchen & living area provide expansive views from this huge living & entertainment area. This 3 bedrm, 2-1/2 bath unit has the perfect layout for entertaining and privacy. The large master bedroom ensuite has an all water view, huge custom walk in closet & 2 additional closets. The bath has double sinks, tub and a walk in shower. It is completely separated from the guest wing which boasts 1-1/2 baths & a laundry room. The second bedroom has a walk in closet. The third room also has a walkin closet and sliding doors out to a balcony. This room is typically used as a combination guest room/office. Exotic African Sapele wood floors are throughout the main living areas; with porcelain tile in the kitchen and baths. The condo was extensively renovated in 2012/2013 including opening up all the kitchen walls to the living area to provide a light filled seamless flow into the main living area. The white shaker cabinets with soft close drawers and pull out shelves were custom made by Campbell. The large SubZero refrigerator has 2 freezer drawers. The induction cooktop, microwave and wall oven are all Wolf. A water treatment system was installed for the sink and fridge along with an instant hot water faucet. Soffit lighting and tray ceiling were added to the kitchen workspace. The AC was replaced in 2020 & the water heater in 2019. A new washer is being delivered soon. The 3 sliding doors were replaced with hurricane/impact doors. Condo on the Bay is located in downtown Sarasota on its own gated 9 acre peninsula. Enjoy the conveniences of downtown living and the perks of living waterfront. This amenity rich property has tennis/pickleball courts, social rooms, gyms, organized activities such as happy hours, dining out, mahjong, pool parties, walking & biking groups & trivia nights by the pool....looking to make friends? you will find a very friendly community. Walk out your front door to your boat or fish off the dock. Walk downtown to enjoy our many restaurants, art galleries, arts festivals, music & farmers market. Next door is the new 53 acre Bay Park Sarasota featuring walking trails, playground, snack shop & the Van Wesel theatre. Out our back door is the Ritz Carlton yacht basin and yet more restaurants to come. 24 hour security is provided and a concierge is on duty everyday from 8-6. Condo on the Bay is 4 miles from the airport, 2 miles from Lido beach & Armand's Circle; 6 miles to the world famous Siesta key Beach. Take our new Bay Runner trolley to the beach and back. See Sarasota lifestyle drone video 2. Need POF with all offers on regular contract. Seller needs to rent the unit back until Dec 31 at the latest. See attachments for a list of upgrades. Showings permitted from 10-2 daily. Seller will review all offers on Friday, May 13