Rarely available, this charming second floor canal-front townhouse situated in the coveted gated community of Schooner Bay is the epitome of Sarasota waterfront living. Just one mile from the world-famous Siesta Key Beach, this offers the ultimate coastal lifestyle with your deeded thirty-foot boat dock in your back yard and direct access to the bay. No bridges to navigate! The spacious 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with a versatile loft (with attic closet) which can serve as a home office, playroom or library, boasts an open plan living/dining area with a woodburning fireplace. The vaulted ceilings accentuate the bright and open interior, while the large west facing lanai, accessible from both the great room and primary suite, invites you to enjoy the serene waterfront views, sunsets and watch the manatees swim. The recently remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, updated appliances, eat in area by the bay window is a chef's delight. Enjoy the many recent updates (2021): hardwood floors throughout, crown molding, plantation shutters, beautifully remodeled primary bath and second bathroom and new AC (2023). You have the added convenience of a one-car garage, low HOA fees, full-service clubhouse with BBQ grill and heated community pool. This pet friendly, small community is minutes to incredible shopping, restaurants, culturally rich downtown Sarasota, Airport and two Farmers Markets. This townhouse presents an unparalleled opportunity to embrace the quintessential Sarasota experience. ****Seller open to selling TURN KEY including 20' REGAL REGENCY BOAT****