6677 Gulf Of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL 34228

Welcome to Longboat Key's legendary Vanderbilt/Whitney estate known as "Safari Beach House" with a d?cor that highlights the owners' travels throughout the world. This enticing home with its modern architecture is set on one hundred feet of frontage on the Gulf of Mexico on the quiet north end of Longboat Key. As you meander down the path to the wide, sandy beach, you pass through lovely gardens with dramatic landscape lighting while the sounds of the surf delight the senses. Enjoy entertaining on the large open terrace below or take a swim from the elevated pool that extends out from the great room sliding doors, providing endless views of the beach, and glorious sunsets. This level offers an outdoor grill and dining in a protected screened area. The open floor plan is well suited for gracious entertaining; the master suite is on the main living level. There are two additional guest suites on the 3rd level with a loft providing additional space for enjoying reading, playing games or watching the changing hues of the sky through the clerestory windows on the west and south facades. This area is within walking distance to 3 restaurants, the Longboat Key Center for the Arts and just 10 minutes away is the historic fishing village of Cortez with additional waterfront restaurants. You will find convenient grocery shopping; St. Armands Circle with cafes and boutique shopping, and downtown Sarasota with numerous cultural amenities nearby. Paradise awaits you on Longboat Key.