** VIRTUAL SHOWING AVAILABLE https://bit.ly/VirtualShowing988BlvdoftheArts1814-15 ** 18th Floor Sweeping Bay Views! Unobstructed water views will forever grace this residence poised directly on Sarasota Bay. With only one floor above, this prime location lies beneath the protection of the penthouse and is high enough to see the Gulf of Mexico. This is the only double unit in the building with two garaged parking spaces and over 3,000 square feet of interior living space plus two balconies. The combined Van Gogh & Renoir layout has three bedrooms, three baths, a study, dining, living and family rooms. Sensational water views set the stage in the main living area, perfect for entertaining. It also has a gourmet kitchen plus a secondary catering kitchenette with convenient access to the laundry/craft room and a service entrance. It boasts exceptional attention to detail, featuring hardwood flooring, crown moldings, masterfully coffered ceilings, custom built-ins and handcrafted woodwork including wainscoting. A wet bar has wine refrigeration and a display rack. At its heart is the extended kitchen with granite counter tops and a breakfast bar. Lots of furniture quality cabinetry with glass display shelving, task lighting and matching paneled appliances. The space moves directly into the catering kitchenette with its own sink and accompanying appliances. Combined there are two dishwashers, two disposals, a cooktop, a built-in microwave, three ovens, an icemaker and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. Plus, a freezer in the adjacent laundry/craft room with a sink, washer, dryer and storage. In the guest wing, there are two bedrooms and two baths. The en suite bed/bath is poised on the water and is currently being used as an office with a double door entry and rich solid Mahogany finishes; built-in desk, shelving and walls. The Owner’s Retreat is privately tucked away with two huge well-appointed walk-ins plus bonus storage closets. It has its own balcony to watch the sunsets over the bay. A crisp white master bath has marble, dual sinks, glass block and an oversized shower. Hurricane sliding glass doors and picture windows throughout capture stunning vistas. Located in a secure, 24-hour guard gated, Downtown Sarasota building with amenities and renovations including a convenient port cochere, concierge services, plenty of guest parking, a refurbished lobby, a social room with a library and catering kitchen. Plus, well-appointed fitness centers with sauna, showers, free weights, circuit machines and cardio machines. As well as two new tennis courts, two bay front swimming pools and boat docks available! Condo on the Bay is nestled on ample-meticulously maintained and landscaped grounds next to the Van Wezel. Close to the Ritz Carlton, St. Armand’s Circle, Lido Beach, Longboat Key and close to nearly every cultural and social event that the city has to offer!