560 Harbor Point RoadLongboat Key, FL 34228Price: $9,500,000

Behind the double-gated entry of Bay Isles' coveted Harbor section, 560 Harbor Point commands a rare position at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, with 200 feet of pristine, protected water frontage and breathtaking views of the downtown Sarasota skyline. Designed by acclaimed architect Clifford Scholz and meticulously crafted by Murray Homes, this 5,245-square-foot Palladian-style masterpiece pairs timeless architectural symmetry with the ease of true waterfront living. Inside, an exceptional floor plan unfolds across four luxurious bedroom suites and four and a half baths, with a formal living room, private dining room, family room, and a gourmet kitchen equipped for the finest culinary creations. His-and-hers offices offer the flexibility today's discerning buyer expects, while impeccable millwork and the finest finishes reflect every detail executed to perfection. Expansive waterfront terraces and a redesigned viewing porch frame magical water views from every room. Outside, the water is the star. A private dock with boat lift and kayak launch puts the Gulf and Sarasota Bay within easy reach, with no bridges between you and open water. It is boating the way it was meant to be: quiet, private, and just steps from your back door. As a Bay Isles homeowner, you'll also enjoy deeded, resident-only access to the Bay Isles Beach Club on the Gulf of Mexico, complete with an on-site attendant, covered gathering and picnic areas, changing rooms, barbecue grills, a volleyball court, and beach accessory storage. Close by are the championship golf, tennis, and dining of the Longboat Key Club, the St. Regis Resort, and the boutiques and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, while a short drive across the causeway brings downtown Sarasota's acclaimed dining, vibrant arts scene, and beloved Farmers Market. Double-gated privacy. 200 feet of water frontage. Cul-de-sac seclusion. A rare offering in one of Longboat Key's most prestigious enclaves.