This beautiful custom built West Indies influenced home is a one-level residence in the Bayou Section of the gated Bay Isles neighborhood. The home has been meticulously maintained and is located on a large lake overlooking the Longboat Key Club Harbourside golf course, and includes a private dock for fishing or paddle boarding, or spotting manatees and a variety of colorful birds. Some key features are a separate living room, dining room, and family room. There are two gas fireplaces, one separating the family room and kitchen and another in the living room. The numerous French doors open to the terrace with a heated pool and large deck for entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful tropical oasis, all on the same raised level as the living areas and with a screen enclosure. The chef's kitchen features Sub-Zero, Miele, and KitchenAid appliances, a double oven, custom wood cabinetry, plentiful storage, and rich countertops. The home is designed in a desired split plan with the master on one side and the two guest suites on the other side of the residence with one presently used as an office/den. The owners suite includes a bright and airy relaxing area in the bedroom with a pool view, walk-in closet, master bathroom with dual sinks, and a separate walk-in shower and tub. An elevator takes you down to the spacious garage level with ample storage for recreational and hobby equipment. The house has a security system, fire sprinkler system and storm protection coverings for all windows and doors. Bay Isles offers residents the finest of amenities including the private gulf front Bay Isles Beach Club and by joining the adjacent Longboat Key Club with 45 holes of golf and tennis club. The Bayou is close to the Longboat Key Town Center with shopping including Publix and CVS, numerous restaurants, a short drive to famed St. Armand's Circle and downtown Sarasota is just minutes more, where many exceptional cultural activities, award-winning restaurants and stores can be found. Homeowner has had an inspection done and made the suggested repairs.