Sanctuary is a popular condominium complex on Longboat Key, a barrier island community facing the Gulf of Mexico to the west and separated on the east from Florida's west coast by Sarasota Bay.
The north end of the island is in Manatee County but the southern portion, where most condominium development has taken place, is in Sarasota County.
The area is popular among retirees and as a location for second homes.
The island has a population of approximately 20,000 during peak tourist season but there are only about 8,000 permanent residents.
Longboat Key is accessed from Sarasota and the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport through Lido Key over New Pass Bridge connecting to Gulf of Mexico Drive which runs south north through the island.
Of course, in reverse, this route provides residents with ready access to Sarasota for shopping and Sarasota's cultural activities from the performing arts and theater to ballet and opera.
In addition, the Sarasota area provides about 40 golf courses, many public.
However, residents can fill their shopping, dining, and entertainment needs much closer to home in the shops, restaurants and nightlife on St.
Armand Circle on Lido Key.
Sanctuary (535 -585, Sanctuary Dr.
) is a beachfront condominium complex within the confines of the Longboat Key Club and Resort.
The Sanctuary was constructed from 1989 to 1991and is composed of five buildings on 18 acres southern Longboat Key real estate including 1200 ft.
of Gulf beachfront and room enough for a walking trail.
Within these buildings are 181 spacious (1785 to 3856 square feet) 2 to 4 BR units many featuring wraparound terraces for relaxation or entertainment while enjoying breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico, the beaches, and sunsets.
Also inside are a state-of-the-art, fully equipped recreation and exercise/fitness center, saunas, and an entertainment room.
Outside, besides the beach and walking trail, there is an Olympic sized pool with a 25-meter lap area, an outdoor whirlpool spa and two lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, clubhouse, beachfront gazebo, cabana and heated beachside pool.
Also available to Sanctuary residents are the golf courses featuring 45 holes of championship golf and six casual to fine dining restaurants (Longboat Key Club Golf and Dining membership required).
The Sanctuary condos also features 24 Hour Security and on site management.
Price Range: $800K to $2.
5M
The north end of the island is in Manatee County but the southern portion, where most condominium development has taken place, is in Sarasota County.
The area is popular among retirees and as a location for second homes.
The island has a population of approximately 20,000 during peak tourist season but there are only about 8,000 permanent residents.
Longboat Key is accessed from Sarasota and the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport through Lido Key over New Pass Bridge connecting to Gulf of Mexico Drive which runs south north through the island.
Of course, in reverse, this route provides residents with ready access to Sarasota for shopping and Sarasota's cultural activities from the performing arts and theater to ballet and opera.
In addition, the Sarasota area provides about 40 golf courses, many public.
However, residents can fill their shopping, dining, and entertainment needs much closer to home in the shops, restaurants and nightlife on St.
Armand Circle on Lido Key.
Sanctuary (535 -585, Sanctuary Dr.
) is a beachfront condominium complex within the confines of the Longboat Key Club and Resort.
The Sanctuary was constructed from 1989 to 1991and is composed of five buildings on 18 acres southern Longboat Key real estate including 1200 ft.
of Gulf beachfront and room enough for a walking trail.
Within these buildings are 181 spacious (1785 to 3856 square feet) 2 to 4 BR units many featuring wraparound terraces for relaxation or entertainment while enjoying breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico, the beaches, and sunsets.
Also inside are a state-of-the-art, fully equipped recreation and exercise/fitness center, saunas, and an entertainment room.
Outside, besides the beach and walking trail, there is an Olympic sized pool with a 25-meter lap area, an outdoor whirlpool spa and two lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, clubhouse, beachfront gazebo, cabana and heated beachside pool.
Also available to Sanctuary residents are the golf courses featuring 45 holes of championship golf and six casual to fine dining restaurants (Longboat Key Club Golf and Dining membership required).
The Sanctuary condos also features 24 Hour Security and on site management.
Price Range: $800K to $2.
5M
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