888 BLVD OF THE ARTS 1701 LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION AND VIEWS GALORE! This rarely available 3 bedroom, 3 bath penthouse floorplan provides you fabulous views from the 17th floor end unit. Mesmerizing endless vistas of Siesta, Lido and Longboat Keys along with the parade of boats on Sarasota Bay, the Intercoastal Waterway and the lights of downtown Sarasota and the Ringling Bridge bring you both tranquility and activity/proximity to everything Sarasota has to offer. The spacious great room plan has travertine flooring throughout the main living area and an updated kitchen that the chef will love - tons of storage space with Corian countertops, a center island and built in wood cabinets. The kitchen has a desk area, a breakfast bar which opens to the living and dining areas and magnificent water views. The en suite primary bed/bath is incredibly spacious with customized walk in closets, double vanities in the bath, a roomy walk in shower and a relaxing porch area with sliders to overlook the bay. Powder room and guest baths have been updated. You won't want to leave but you must take advantage of the beautiful, updated heated pool right on the bay and Condo on the Bay's own private marina where you can keep your boat or have guests use the day dock when visiting. You'll have peace of mind with a guarded gate house, full time concierge and manager on premises. Grab a book from the condo library, cater a large party in the community lounge with full kitchen or get some exercise in the fitness room or on the tennis and pickleball courts. Walking distance to entertainment at the Van Wezel (currently under construction), multiple downtown theatre venues, restaurants, and the vibrant arts community Sarasota is known for. You may have to be convinced to leave - but you will surely want to take a quick drive over to Lido or world famous Siesta Key beaches. Whatever your pleasure - rest assured your views will always be your views as you are right on Sarasota Bay with not a crane in sight!!! You will have it all at Condo on the Bay!