Breathtaking views of turquoise waters and spectacular sunsets are the main attractions at this direct beachfront condominium on Longboat Key. Tucked away on lush grounds, Islands West is perfectly located on the Gulf of Mexico, across from Bay Isles Shoppes and only 15 minutes over the iconic Ringling bridge to enjoy the culture amenities of downtown Sarasota. Completely remodeled in 2015 including all-new bathrooms and kitchen with KitchenAid Architecture appliances. This newly painted residence boasts Gulf views from 1,491 square feet of living space that consists of split 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a bonus room, great room, an open dining room/kitchen and owners' storage closet. The kitchen features stone countertops, cabinets with soft-close doors and drawers, French-door refrigerator, 4-element induction cooktop, built-in oven and microwave, and dishwasher. The master suite has an en-suite bath with dual vanity. Additionally, this residence has a generous guest room with en-suite bath. Take in natural light from the expansive windows in every room, or feel the ocean breeze from the balcony. Islands West is a 15-story resort-like community situated on a beautiful Gulf of Mexico beach. Community amenities include secure key-fob entry, social room with library, two fitness rooms, catering kitchen, heated pool and spa, dry sauna, outdoor patio and grills. For the sports and outdoor enthusiasts, there are tennis courts with pickleball lines, and storage for bikes, kayaks and paddleboards. Rarely allowed, building allows 2 pets with no weight limit. If you prefer in-home laundry, this residence allows for a washer/dryer in the unit. Nearby lifestyle amenities include the Bay Isles Shoppes across the street with Publix, CVS, post office, banking, dining, Longboat Key tennis center, and Bayfront Park. In addition, it's only 4 miles to world-renowned St. Armands Circle and 7 miles to downtown Sarasota for five-star shopping, dining, entertainment and the arts.