Key West-inspired waterfront home in premier boating community of The Inlets! Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath offers a refined coastal style designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, the home is thoughtfully laid out with an open floor plan, high ceilings, crown molding, and disappearing-corner sliding glass doors that effortlessly connect the interior living space to expansive screened patios. The kitchen is both functional and stylish, featuring white cabinetry including a floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinet, granite countertops, tile backsplash, and a suite of stainless steel appliances including a gas range and double electric oven. A spacious laundry and pantry room offers abundant storage with floor-to-ceiling shelving. The primary suite is a private retreat, complete with pool views, lanai access, dual closets (one walk-in), and a generous en suite bath with two vanities, a garden tub, walk-in shower, and private toilet. A split-bedroom layout ensures privacy with two additional bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a separate half bath easily accessible from the outdoor living area. Step outside to an expansive covered lanai and paver patio, where a heated saltwater pool and spa invite year-round enjoyment. A remote-controlled awning and solar shades provide comfort and privacy for dining waterside or lounging in the shade. The 3-car tandem garage includes rear double doors opening to the canal, offering convenient access for boat maintenance and storage. Notable updates include 2024 paint on exterior, garage and driveway; 2020 HVAC, 2022 pool pump, 2023 gas heater and remote control automation with salt cell. Bring your boat and enjoy the best of waterfront lifestyle, dock up to a 36 ft boat with power and water to enjoy boating, fishing, and visiting local waterfront restaurants & venues by boat. Access to Manatee River & Gulf, many social activities, tennis, walking trails, fishing dock, kayak launch, playground, sidewalks, and gas-lit streets. Located minutes from I-75 and SR-64, with easy access to Sarasota, St. Pete, Tampa, airports, dining, shopping, and Gulf Coast beaches. No CDD, Low HOA fees, and low flood insurance add to the appeal of this exceptional waterfront home.