Rarely available Whitney Beach end unit VILLA, one of few buildings with no one above you, and lots of natural light. You will have a quick 3 minute walk to the beach, where community lounge chairs await, and one of the widest beaches on Longboat Key. Tennis and pickleball is enjoyed at beachside courts. Also beachside, find shuffleboard courts, gas grills, and a community picnic/pavilion area where friends gather and enjoy social events. This villa is offered turnkey furnished and move in ready. Beautiful high end kitchen completed December 2022 (complete remodel) is a chef?s and entertainer?s dream, with Kraftmaid custom cabinets, gorgeous quartz counters, and stunning beachy glass backsplash. Frigidaire Gallery stainless steel appliances feature range with conventional/convection/air fry cook options, matching microwave, and French door fridge with custom ?flex? drawer to use as extra fridge OR freezer storage. In addition, there is a built in wine/beverage fridge and Beko dishwasher. Open concept design is ideal for entertaining. Living room sliders open to fully furnished, newly screened back lanai, a serene space for morning coffee or evening cocktails, perfect for indoor/outdoor living, and steps to heated pool. Your front entry features a private courtyard ideal for grilling, followed by a screened front lanai area prior to villa entry. Vinyl plank and ceramic tile flooring throughout, NO CARPET, ensures a fresh clean space. Square footage was added in 2021 when laundry area was brought inside, and an office area was created off of guest bedroom. HVAC and hot water heater also replaced in 2021. Spacious walk in closets in both bedrooms. This villa is about 75 steps to Whitney Beach boathouse, a lovely, covered gathering area to enjoy fishing, bird watching or relaxing with a cold beverage. Steps away find a floating dock to launch a kayak, with kayak storage on site. Boat slips are first come. Pet friendly community allowing TWO large dogs! Whitney Beach?s north end location is highly desirable, for easy access on and off the island, with quick access to amazing Anna Maria Island and much nightlife. Walk across the bridge for weekly craft fair and Farmer?s Market. Also walking distance to several upscale restaurants, boutique liquor store, fitness center, salon and more. Don?t pass up this opportunity to own a piece of this internationally known, turquoise paradise, and be part of the nightly gathering on the beach with neighbors to witness the most awesome sunsets!