Contemporary

A luxurious waterfront lifestyle near downtown awaits in this contemporary, elegantly appointed 3,798 sf 14th-floor condominium in The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sarasota Bay. Completed in 2021, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers a spacious open floorplan with countless custom updates, refined finishes, chic décor, and floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors showcasing sweeping vistas of the Bay, Ringling Bridge and Longboat Key. The home is being sold turnkey furnished with beautiful designer furnishings. Stunning views are visible from the moment the access-controlled elevator opens to the private entry foyer overlooking a stylish den with towering windows, decorative accent wall and an AFIRE steam fireplace. Wide plank Legno Bastone oak flooring flows throughout the exquisite light-filled residence, which includes sophisticated upgrades such as Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings, Sally A. Trout electric draperies, Hunter Douglas electric shades and custom ceiling fans. The residence also has a Wicked Smart Homes automation system and Lutron lighting. The richly appointed kitchen offers magnificent views to the west and north, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, Cristallo quartzite 2-inch thick center island with lighting, Cristallo quartzite countertops, imported Nolte German cabinetry with soft-close drawers and an ample custom walk-in pantry with a California Closet system. Beside the kitchen is a wet bar with a wine refrigerator, dining area with a dazzling chandelier and living room with an AFIRE steam fireplace. Disappearing glass doors seamlessly transition to a sizable west-facing tiled balcony with an ElectriChef gas grill – a perfect spot for dining, relaxing and soaking in the spectacular scenery and sunsets. Just off the living room is a gracious primary suite with a private bayfront balcony, dual walk-in closets and a lavish bathroom with white marble flooring, an expansive fully open shower area with adjacent soaking tub, 2.5-inch thick dual quartz vanities with wood cabinetry and a water closet. There are also two beautifully appointed en-suite guest bedrooms, including one with a balcony, and a lovely powder room with a 2.5-inch thick Cristallo quartzite vanity. Other notable highlights include 10 and 11-foot ceilings and 8-inch baseboards throughout, California Closet systems in all closets, central vacuum system and utility/laundry room with ample storage. There is also a one-car private garage with shelving and one additional parking space, private walk-in climate-controlled storage unit, additional storage and separate service entrance. Residents enjoy an array of amenities, including a 70-foot lap/fitness pool and resort-style pool on the main amenity level, fitness center, lounge areas, and access to all of Ritz-Carlton’s world-class amenities, such as concierge services and in-residence dining. An extraordinary lifestyle awaits you in this remarkable property just a stroll from downtown’s vibrant dining, arts and cultural offerings.