The sparkling view of the water will entice you as you enter this stunning 3rd (top) floor condo. Rarely does a condo of such considerable space become available in the Bay Island 55+ waterfront gated community located just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico’s white sandy beaches. This well designed furnished condo offers a convenient split bedroom floor plan. The eat-in kitchen boasts multiple cabinets with ample working space for more than one chef and is partially open to the main dining room. The spacious living room is ideal for guest entertaining and is accessible to one of the two balconies where one can sit and enjoy watching the boaters sail out to the Intracoastal Waterway. This will also be your favorite place to watch the evening sky change colors as the sun gets ready to set on another beautiful Florida day. The primary bedroom suite is oversized and very privately tucked away from the main living area. The walk-in closet is generous in size and the ensuite is complete with a step-in shower. You will also enjoy your private balcony where sipping coffee will become part of your morning routine as you watch for dolphins and manatees to swim by. The considerably sized 2nd bedroom is also located for privacy. The wall to wall closet is a wonderful bonus and your guests will appreciate the adjacent bathroom. The 3rd bedroom is ideally located and can be utilized as an office or den. This room also has another wall to wall closet allowing for maximum storage space. Two unique and appreciated features are the 2 HVAC units and 2 water heaters. One of each is located on opposite sides of the condo. This provides heating and cooling as well as additional hot water for the individual areas of the condo especially when guests are present. The West facing patio doors are protected with electric shutters. The East windows have been replaced with hurricane impact windows. Another huge bonus feature of this extraordinary condo is the 2 CARPORTS that will convey. Bay Island community has much to offer including an active waterfront clubhouse, 6 swimming pools, spa, tennis & pickleball courts, men & women fitness centers, saunas, games room, billiard room, library and a 1.25 mile waterfront walkway that surrounds the island. Pets are gladly welcomed and the premier location offers convenience to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities and is just 30 minutes to Tampa International and St. Pete/Clearwater Airports. In addition, eclectic downtown St. Petersburg & The Pier are just 15 minutes away, Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a tranquil lifestyle and make your dream of living in Florida a reality.