Built in 2001, this custom home offers a bright, open floor plan with spacious rooms, high ceilings, abundant windows, and quality finishes throughout. A private elevator or stairs lead from the expansive covered entertaining area by the pool to the main living level. The light-filled all-white kitchen features a gas cooktop, double ovens, and both a peninsula and breakfast area with Gulf views. Light wood floors flow into the inviting living room, where sliders open to a covered lanai—the perfect spot to enjoy sea breezes, sunsets, or a quiet read.
A formal dining room adds to the home’s easy entertaining flow. The peaceful primary suite with large ensuite bath also opens to the lanai, while the split-plan layout ensures privacy for guests. Outside, lush landscaping surrounds the sparkling pool, creating an idyllic island retreat.
Experience laid-back coastal living just minutes from the new St. Regis Resort, St. Armands Circle, and the cultural attractions of downtown Sarasota. Featured on the Longboat Key Garden Club’s 2005 Home and Garden Tour, this exceptional property blends quality, style, and casual elegance—a rare find on Longboat Key’s serene north end.
| Price | $2,895,000 | |
| Bedrooms | 3 | |
| Full Baths | 2 | |
| Half Baths | 1 | |
| Total Baths | 3 | |
| Property Style | Florida | |
| Lot Size Area | 19402 | |
| Lot Size Area Units | Square Feet | |
| Acres | 0.45 | |
| Property Type | Residential | |
| Sub type | Single Family Residence | |
| MLS Sub type | Single Family Residence | |
| Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Window Treatments | |
| Exterior Features | Balcony, Irrigation System, Lighting, Private Mailbox, Sliding Doors, Storage | |
| Year Built | 2001 | |
| Subdivision | SLEEPY LAGOON | |
| View | Pool, Water | |
| Roof | Metal | |
| Waterfront | GULF OF MEXICO | |
| Heating | Central, Electric | |
| Foundation | Slab, Stilt/On Piling | |
| Lot Description | FloodZone, City Lot, In County, Level, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk | |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Closet | |
| Pool features | Heated, In Ground, Salt Water | |
| Parking Description | Covered, Driveway, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Open, Under Building | |
| Directions | From south Longboat Key, go north on Gulf of Mexico Drive to the north end of Longboat. Because this home is located on a very large lot, you can access this home from either Gulf of Mexico Dr or Gulfside Road. Gulf of Mexico Dr is in the front, Gulfside Road is in the back. The driveway runs through to both. | |
| County | Manatee | |
| Latitude | 27.426615 | |
| Longitude | -82.676034 | |
| Market Area | 34228 – Longboat Key | |
| Address | 6473 GULF OF MEXICO DRIVE, LONGBOAT KEY, FL 34228 | |
| Postal Code | 34228 | |
| City | LONGBOAT KEY | |
| State | FL | |
| Country | United States | |
| Listing Office | COLDWELL BANKER REALTY | |
| Listing Office Phone | 941-366-8070 | |
| Listing Agent | Judy Kepecz-Hays | |
| Listing Agent Phone | 941-587-1700 | |
| Special listing conditions | None | |
| Ownership | Fee Simple | |
| Terms | Cash, Conventional | |
| Elementary School | Anna Maria Elementary | |
| Middle School | Martha B. King Middle | |
| High School | Bayshore High | |
| Days on market | 17 | |
| MLS Status | Active | |
| Listing Date | Nov 12, 2025 | |
| Listing Last Modified | Nov 29, 2025 | |
| Tax ID | 7844700000 | |
| Tax Year | 2025 | |
| Tax Annual Amount | 14858 | |
| MLS Area | 34228 – Longboat Key | |
| MLS # | A4670668 | |
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