WATERFRONT HOME WITH DIRECT SARASOTA BAY ACCESS – NO BRIDGES! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is located on the widest part of a saltwater canal, offering direct, bridge-free access to Sarasota Bay—perfect for boating enthusiasts. Inside, you’ll find a fully remodeled kitchen, updated bathrooms, and a renovated primary suite, all designed with comfort and style in mind. Vaulted ceilings create an open and airy feel, while new appliances, a newer roof, and updated windows add to the home’s move-in-ready appeal. Fresh landscaping and a newly refreshed front elevation enhance the curb appeal, while a separate workshop and laundry room provide additional storage and functionality. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a peaceful day by the water, this home offers the ideal coastal Florida lifestyle. Located in the desirable Bayshore Gardens community, residents enjoy access to a Jr. Olympic-size swimming pool with an expansive sundeck, a private marina and boat ramp, a fishing pier with cleaning station, and numerous green spaces with picnic areas, a playground, and ball field. The community also features newly added pickleball courts, perfect for staying active and social. The beautifully renovated recreation hall is available for private events and celebrations, and the neighborhood hosts active social clubs including the Yacht Club, Garden Club, and Woodchoppers Club. Bayshore Gardens is conveniently located between Sarasota and Bradenton, just minutes from local shops, dining, and cultural attractions, and only about two miles from the Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport.