1226 SIESTA BAYSIDE DRIVE UNIT 1226C, SARASOTA, Sarasota, Residential – MLS #A4652395

Paradise awaits at Gulf & Bay Club Bayside on Siesta Key. FIRST-FLOOR, TURNKEY FURNISHED, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence includes a deep one-car GARAGE. Flexibility of weekly rentals, perfect for personal enjoyment or as a lucrative income-producing property. Located in a popular gated community just steps from DEEDED BEACH ACCESS to world-famous Siesta Key and Crescent Beach. This home invites you to live like you’re on vacation. Tile flooring throughout allows for easy cleanup. Well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, pantry closet, breakfast bar seating and a dedicated dining area. The open-concept living room flows seamlessly to a covered and screened lanai overlooking a tranquil pond and tennis courts. Both bedrooms are generously sized, and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer (only 1 year old) adds to the home’s appeal. With no hurricane damage to the unit, peace of mind comes included. The community offers a true resort lifestyle with two heated pools, clubhouse with a full kitchen and fitness room, tennis and pickleball courts, BBQ grills, a newly renovated fishing dock, boat loading zones, and scenic walking paths. A dedicated on-site property manager makes rentals effortless. The location is unbeatable – just steps to the beach and a quick ride on the free Siesta Key trolley to explore the vibrant Village or South Siesta’s dining and shopping. Whether you’re seeking a full-time residence, vacation home, or investment property, this is your chance to enjoy the best of island living on Siesta Key.