165 MEREDITH DR Englewood, FL 34223

Traveling to Manasota Key, you quickly realize you have arrived in paradise, SW Florida style. Crossing the bridge over the Intra Coastal Waterway, the water and island view is simply stunning. You can almost see forever!!! Once on the Key, it is all about the beach!! Everyone is laid back, suntanned, and smiling. This beautiful, nearly 1,800 sq ft, completely renovated island home is located in South Key, just one long block from the beach and Lemon Bay. As you enter the main level of the home, you pass through a small entry way into an elegant living room featuring built-in shelving, a cozy window seat, oversized tile (which runs throughout the home) and a wood burning fireplace. Passing into the dining area, you will admire the sliding French doors to the screened porch and the beautiful built-in hutch with crown molding. The expansive eat-in kitchen is a delight, loaded with gorgeous white cabinets with crown molding on the uppers, luscious gray & white granite countertops, stainless appliances, two-layer breakfast bar, built in desk, and walk-in pantry. There are two en suite bedrooms on the main level, both enjoying beautifully renovated baths. The master bath features dual sinks with a makeup vanity, granite countertops, a jetted tub, and walk-in closet. Upstairs is a third loft bedroom. Downstairs, at ground level, is an additional 928 sq ft apartment complete with eat-in kitchen, bedroom, bath and great room, which is non-conforming. The backyard is a charming private space, complete with shade trees and an outdoor shower, and is the perfect location for your morning coffee or end of the day tropical beverage. A spacious garage with two garage doors is also at ground level, and the roof was replaced approximately 5 years ago. This island home further enjoys a deeded dock slip and covered 8,000 lb lift, which is located at the end of Whitcomb lane (a private driveway one block to the south). The recently updated dock is situated at the north end of Ski Alley and features a fish cleaning station and sitting area. The home's South Key location is convenient to everything, lying within walking distance of the Key's many nightclubs and restaurants and a short drive to all of Englewood's stores and shops. This is the perfect home to enjoy living on island time. Call for a showing today!