A GULF TO BAY secluded & private, nearly one acre tropical oasis surrounds this beachfront Key West style home with Metal Roof. A spectacular property with 100' of beachfront property, and a deeded bayfront parcel with private dock and fishing pier directly across from the home. The views will take your breath away! As you enter, you gaze across the spacious and open floor plan, through the sliders that fully open onto the covered and screened lanai that spans across the entire living area, and out to the expansive views of the beautiful beach and sparkling Gulf. You notice how the sunlight pours in, fills the home with light, and lifts your spirits. Soaring vaulted ceilings, tile floors in the kitchen area, and an incredible amount of cabinets, closets and storage in this home. Newer A/C, Newer Garage Door, & Gutters. The large master bedroom suite has sliders that fully open onto the lanai and a very large master bathroom. The 2 car garage has plenty of storage and lots of Parking! The expansive screened and covered lanai with hot tub flows out to the back yard area which is well outfitted with new pavers, outdoor shower, seating areas, fire pit, grill and picnic table area. You will never miss a sunset as the never ending panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico are available to you from almost all the rooms inside the home, outside around your property, and on the beach. This desirable ranch home means no stairs - the kitchen, great room, master bedroom suite, two guest bedrooms, guest bath, and expansive lanai are all easily accessible on one level. And just steps away through your private backyard, you step out to your private beach where you can relax and sink into the sand with a frosty beverage in your hand. You will never want to leave when you watch in awe the spectacular nightly performance, sunsets on the gulf! There are so many spaces that beckon you to enjoy time with family and friends as you blissfully watch the ospreys soar, the pelicans dive, and manatees and dolphins playing in the shimmering sea. The yard is true serenity for a nature enthusiast and beckons you to meander through the island style lush & park-like grounds with many Oak and Palm trees. Fish off of your private dock where the views of Lemon Bay and the Intercoastal Waterway are magnificent and the snook, redfish and sheepshead are plentiful. The dock has electric and water, and the underwater dock light is a great addition for night time fishing and viewing. Unique location walking or biking distance to park with playground, beautiful trails through mangrove forests, and additional public fishing docks, pavilion & picnic areas. Also walk to the beautiful Hermitage Artists Retreat where you can volunteer your time and get to know world class artists or attend beach readings, open studios, & events. Experience the uniqueness of Manasota Key, and feel like you stepped back in time to Old Florida, yet only minutes from shopping, amazing restaurants, grocery stores, theaters, churches, parks, and attractions. Elevation & Current Flood Insurance Available. This coastal beach house has an amazing rental history with 5 star VRBO Reviews. Optionally available turnkey furnished (under separate negotiation).