This home exemplifies the ultimate casual Florida lifestyle in this beautiful Key West style home located in the quiet haven of Longboat Village on Longboat's northern end.There are gorgeous views of the bay, with sunrises, the Intracoastal water way and beyond to beautiful Jewfish Key from both the interior and large terrace of the home. The owner's penchant for light is evident in the interiors throughout, which have an abundance of windows, a wonderful open floor plan and vaulted ceilings in the living, dining and kitchen areas. The bright and airy home consists of a 2 bedroom, 2 bath 1512 sq. ft. main home and a 2 bedroom, 1 bath 753 sq. ft. guest cottage. The owners have installed an abundance of landscaping, a lovely pool and spa area and surrounded the property with a white picket fence. The location is close to the beach and there are several nearby restaurants. It is a short drive over the Longboat Pass Bridge to the charming village of Anna Maria with its quaint boutiques and many restaurants. Longboat Village is the oldest residential area on the island and is known for its wonderful community character, natural tropical beauty, views of the Intracoastaland Bay, and neighborhood docks where residents gather for sunset and fishing. The Village is also home to the Longboat Key Center for the Arts, which is affiliated with the famed local Ringling College of Art and Design.