Windward Bay Homes with Association Recreation - Owned Community Features

Windward Bay Homes with Association Recreation - Owned Community Features

Welcome to Windward Bay, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque Longboat Key, Florida. This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of coastal living and community spirit, making it the perfect destination for those seeking a serene yet vibrant lifestyle.

Windward Bay boasts an array of beautifully designed homes that cater to various tastes and preferences. Whether you're looking for a cozy retreat or a spacious family residence, you'll find options that suit your needs. Each home is thoughtfully situated to maximize stunning views of the lush landscapes and tranquil waterways that define this idyllic area.

One of the standout features of Windward Bay is its Association Recreation - Owned Community. Residents enjoy exclusive access to a range of amenities that enhance the overall living experience. With a sparkling swimming pool, tennis courts, and private docks, there's no shortage of opportunities for relaxation and recreation. Imagine spending your days lounging by the pool or enjoying a friendly match on the courts, all while surrounded by the natural beauty of Florida's Gulf Coast.

The community is also conveniently located near the pristine beaches of Longboat Key, renowned for their soft sands and crystal-clear waters. Here, you can bask in the sun, indulge in water sports, or simply take leisurely strolls along the shore. Additionally, nearby dining and shopping options provide a delightful blend of local charm and modern convenience.

Discover the allure of Windward Bay and embrace a lifestyle where community, comfort, and coastal beauty unite. Your dream home awaits in this enchanting slice of paradise!

Newest Windward Bay Homes with Association Recreation - Owned Community Features

$595,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Windward Bay SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
Welcome to your island retreat, an impeccably renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offering the best of Longboat Key living with beautiful views of the preserved mangroves and Sarasota Bay. Renovated from top to bottom, this home has been thoughtfully transformed and is available TURNKEY FURNISHED with hurricane impact windows and shutters for a peace of mind. The BRAND-NEW KITCHEN showcases quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and all-new stainless-steel appliances, opening seamlessly to the bright and airy living space. Both bathrooms have been completely updated with modern finishes and quartz countertops, creating a fresh, cohesive feel throughout the home. A Murphy bed in the office area adds even more versatility, providing the perfect setup for overnight guests while still allowing the space to function as a home office.Living at Windward Bay means embracing the Longboat Key lifestyle from both the BAY AND THE BEACH. Enjoy three beach access points directly across the street for effortless days along the Gulf, while boat slips available to residents make it easy to get out on Sarasota Bay and explore the surrounding waterways. Windward Bay is a PET-FRIENDLY, amenity-rich waterfront community offering multiple swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center with sauna, kayak storage, and scenic walking paths along the bayfront. Ideally situated on Longboat Key, you are just minutes from exceptional restaurants and shopping, St. Armands Circle, Anna Maria Island, and everything Sarasota has to enjoy. With FULLY FUNDED RESERVES FOR 2026, NO UPCOMING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, and a PASSED MILESTONE INSPECTION, this move-in-ready residence offers the renovations, amenities, location, and peace of mind today's Florida condo buyer is looking for. Your Longboat Key lifestyle awaits!

4540 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Unit 204, Longboat Key
$799,999
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Windward Bay SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
Welcome to your Longboat Key PENTHOUSE, where unobstructed PANORAMIC WATER VIEWS from every room create a breathtaking backdrop from the moment you walk through the door. Recently renovated from top to bottom and offered TURNKEY FURNISHED, this residence is ready to enjoy from day one. The BRAND-NEW KITCHEN showcases quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and all-new stainless-steel appliances, opening seamlessly to the bright and airy living space. Both bathrooms have been completely updated with modern finishes and quartz countertops, creating a fresh, cohesive feel throughout the home. Other thoughtful updates throughout include luxury vinyl flooring throughout, fresh carpeting in the bedrooms, beautifully remodeled, IMPACT WINDOWS, generous storage, and the convenience of an in-unit washer and dryer. Located in the pet-friendly waterfront community of Windward Bay, residents enjoy an impressive collection of amenities including boat slips, two swimming pools, a fitness center, sauna, tennis and pickleball courts, and three beach access points. NO upcoming special assessments, FULLY FUNDED reserves, and a PASSED Milestone. Perfectly positioned on Longboat Key, this penthouse offers the relaxed island lifestyle while keeping you conveniently connected to the dining, shopping, beaches, and entertainment of Longboat Key, St Armands, and Anna Maria Island. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or your own Florida getaway, this turnkey waterfront penthouse is ready to welcome you home.

4800 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Unit PH 3, Longboat Key
$725,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Windward Bay SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
Discover coastal living at its finest in this beautifully positioned 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium on one of Longboat Key’s most sought-after stretches. This residence offers spectacular, breathtaking views from both private lanais—perfect for enjoying sunrise coffee or evening sunsets over the water. Inside, the layout is bright and inviting, with seamless indoor-outdoor flow that maximizes the scenery from multiple vantage points. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a serene getaway, this condo delivers both comfort and location. The community is elevating its appeal with exciting enhancements, including upcoming clubhouse renovations featuring a boutique fitness center, newly refreshed landscaping, and a hot tub addition to the pool deck—creating a true resort-style atmosphere with two heated pools, beach cabanas, car wash station, a tennis and pickleball court, shuffleboard court, kayak rack, outdoor storage and a welcoming grilling convenience behind Club 72. This split plan FURNISHED 5th floor panoramic view, master en-suite unit awaits YOU! Enjoy the best of island living with pristine beaches, nearby dining, and a relaxed yet refined lifestyle—all just moments from your door. R&R IS THE PACE, LBK IS THE PLACE!!!!

4825 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Unit 504, Longboat Key
$680,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Windward Bay SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
THE BAY! THE GULF! THE BEST OF BOTH! Imagine a place where every day begins with the peaceful beauty of Longboat Key's sparkling bay and ends beneath the breathtaking colors of a Gulf Coast sunset. Perfectly positioned between both shores, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath end-unit villa offers the rare opportunity to experience the very best of island living from one exceptional location. Nestled within the highly sought-after waterfront community of Windward Bay, this 1,504-square-foot residence welcomes you with a sense of light, warmth, and effortless coastal elegance. As an end unit, the villa enjoys additional windows, enhanced privacy, and an abundance of natural sunlight throughout the day. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows seamlessly through the living spaces, while custom plantation shutters add timeless character and refinement. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen blends style and functionality with granite countertops, beautiful soft-close cabinetry, and an inviting layout designed for everyday living and easy entertaining. The spacious great room opens effortlessly to a private outdoor patio, creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, afternoon relaxation, or dining beneath the coastal breeze. Life here is refreshingly simple. Ground-level living means no stairs, no elevators, and convenient parking just steps from your front door. Whether you're arriving home from the beach or carrying in groceries, everything about this villa is designed for easy, maintenance-free living. Equally impressive are the community improvements already in place. In 2020, the exterior was upgraded with hurricane-impact windows, hurricane-impact sliding glass doors, and a new roof, providing valuable peace of mind for years to come. Windward Bay has long been one of Longboat Key's most treasured communities, and it's easy to understand why. Set across 26 beautifully landscaped waterfront acres, residents enjoy three beach access points, a scenic half-mile nature trail, two heated swimming pools, fitness center, sauna, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, kayak launches, covered parking, storage areas, and boat docks available by waitlist. Dolphins, manatees, tropical birds, and other native wildlife are frequent visitors, making every walk through the community feel like a nature retreat. Pet-friendly and financially strong, Windward Bay has completed both its Milestone Inspection and Capital Reserve Study. Monthly fees were reduced in 2025 and increased by only $13 for 2026, reflecting responsible community management and long-term stability. From this ideal location, you're just minutes from St. Armands Circle, Downtown Sarasota, Bridge Street, championship golf, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and the exceptional arts and cultural attractions that make Florida's Gulf Coast so desirable. More than a beautiful villa, this is a lifestyle defined by sunshine, serenity, and connection to the water. A place where morning bay views, evening Gulf sunsets, and the ease of resort-style living become part of your everyday experience. THE BEST OF LONGBOAT KEY ISN'T ON THE BAY OR THE GULF... IT'S BETWEEN THEM. Welcome Home to Villa 8 at Windward Bay.

4750 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Unit Villa 8, Longboat Key
$769,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Windward Bay SubDv. ⋅ 34228 Zip Code
This residence is now available for public and private showings. "One Chance! One Corner-End Condo! One Dream! Don’t Let It Slip Away!” Restricted access resulted in only three private showings in six months. Buyer's have a rare chance to discover a home that’s been under the radar. (Do not let the days on the market fool you. Snowbirds were unable to view this listing the entire "season"). The only coveted South Marina corner/end unit currently on the market at Windward Bay—these special residences are truly prized. End units are usually the first to sell, and for good reason: they offer approximately 250 additional square feet of living space, flooding your home with light and delivering a bright, inviting atmosphere you’ll love. This second-floor location is equally exceptional—it’s the only level where you can enjoy continuous flooring throughout, creating a sleek and modern look. No one below means more freedom, more fun, and more style. Truly extraordinary, this special end unit offers a front-row seat to nature’s most enchanting show. Picture dolphins leaping in the sparkling waters and gentle manatees gliding just below your window—the very reason the current owners fell in love with this home. From breathtaking sunrises to moonlit reflections shimmering across Sarasota Bay, every moment feels like a postcard come to life. Step inside and feel the difference! Where luxury meets comfort with a complete remodel featuring a stunning Thomasville kitchen, sleek new floors, and beautifully updated bathrooms (2022). Enjoy modern conveniences like a Midea refrigerator, remote-control blinds (2025), and most importantly peace of mind with automatic hurricane shutters in the Living and Florida Rooms. This two-bedroom, two-bath property is more than a condo—it’s a lifestyle defined by serenity, security, spectacular views, and maintenance free living. Located in pet-friendly Windward Bay, where two pets are welcome, this community offers the best of Longboat Key Coastal Dream Living. Community Highlights: Enjoy three beach access points (including one private), 26 acres of lush tropical surroundings including ½ mile of nature trails, two heated pools for year-round enjoyment, fitness center and sauna, clubhouse for social gatherings, tennis and pickleball courts, boat docks (waitlist) and kayak launches for water enthusiasts, covered parking and storage. With convenient access to Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, Bridge Street, Historic Cortez fishing village, championship golf courses, renowned restaurants, shopping destinations, and vibrant cultural attractions, you'll never have a shortage of entertainment options. Windward Bay is a financially healthy Condo Association with a proactive Board. The Milestone Inspection and Capital Reserve Study are complete, Monthly Condo Fees for 2025 were actually reduced, and the new 2026 Monthly Condo fees only increased by $13. Own the best of Longboat Key Bayfront living and make it yours before it’s just a memory! Paradise has an address..and it's 4500 Gulf of Mexico Drive #G206 on Longboat Key, in the rare gem of a community known as Windward Bay! Contact us today to schedule your private showing. Live the Magic & Don't Miss Out! Your Waterfront Dream Awaits!”

4500 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Unit 206, Longboat Key
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