3212 Bay Drive Bradenton, FL 34207

Welcome to your dream OASIS, with privacy, unlike any other property on the block! Located on SARASOTA BAY, if you have been looking for a place to relax and enjoy the natural scenery and bird watching, this unique gem is nestled on a .56-acre FULL WATERFRONT / POOL property. Breathtaking 180 DEGREE SARASOTA BAY VIEWS and spectacular nightly sunsets. As you pull up to the home, you feel like you are welcomed with native Florida greenery, and an 80 YR OLD Banyan tree in the front yard. Lush vegetation on the front and side yards as well as the north side of the property bordering a small canal that provides a nice separation from the neighbors. Outback, potted plants, and greenery abound by the pool and are a perfect complement to the beautiful water views. This 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home is a true sanctuary that is move-in ready and open to your future customizations. Strategically located within minutes of Bradenton Beaches, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Downtown Sarasota, SRQ Airport, and educational institutions like Ringling College, New College, and State College of Florida Bradenton campus, this property is centrally positioned. Not to mention, it's in close proximity to the world-renowned IMG ACADEMY, recognized as the #3 school globally for its outstanding sports and education programs, and has a Public 18-hole golf course. 2 Local boating Marinas are also close by. The classic 2-story waterfront home features many new additions for peace of mind, HURRICANE RATED SHUTTERS, and protection on every single opening of the home. Solar panels (2013), 40 panels, Create a 10 KW System, with two Sunny Boy 5 KW Inverter boxes, with a hurricane rating of up to 130 miles per hour, and keeps the home cool as well. Newer metal roof (2010), and NEW DAIKIN A/C System (2022), with a transferable warranty. Water hookup is available for the dock. The interior spans 4,035 sq ft, with 2 bedrooms upstairs and 4 downstairs. This home is a fortress against the elements including hurricane windows, Pella Doors, and CRIMSAFE screens (the strongest security screens in the US). The main living room features a vaulted ceiling with Cypress wood, and the kitchen features transom lights and stained glass windows like those in the wedding pavilion at Selby Gardens. For extra durability, there is a rip rap barrier at the foot of the block seawall. Although the dock needs some love, the pilings are in place to allow for future designs. This home has a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, and daily you can enjoy hundreds of birds, and sandbar views as the tide comes in and out during the day. Don't miss out on this exceptional waterfront property offering Florida living at its finest!