SUNRISE and SUNSETS over the water. Embrace the ultimate WATERFRONT lifestyle where every day feels like a getaway. Wake up to tranquil sunrises over the water and wind down with breathtaking sunsets from the comfort of your own balconies. With direct access to open waters, boating, and kayaking are just steps from your private dock & lift. After a day on the water, unwind in your infinity-edge SPA, lounge by the HEATED SALTWATER POOL, or relax on one of several balconies. Whether you're hosting elegant dinner parties in the open-concept kitchen or enjoying quiet mornings in the luxurious primary suite, this home offers a seamless blend of coastal charm and modern comfort. Welcome to a rare Key West-style coastal retreat situated in SHAKETT CREEK POINTE, an exclusive gated community of just 27 homes, this property provides direct access to Dona Bay, Roberts Bay, and the Gulf. Designed for the ultimate boating lifestyle, the home features a private 10,000 lb. composite DOCK and boat LIFT and the home has NEVER SUSTAINED FLOOD DAMAGE. This custom-built luxury residence offers 5 bedrooms plus a hallway office space, 4.5 bathrooms, and captivating water views from nearly every room. The main level boasts an elegant open-concept KITCHEN with a striking 6' x 9' quartzite island, 48” gas range and double ovens, elegant range hood, wall oven, under-cabinet mounted microwave, and a butler's pantry with a coffee bar that connects the kitchen to the separate dining room. The main floor also includes an open, light-filled great room with expansive picture windows and fireplace, as well as two guest suites with a Jack & Jill bath, a flexible 5th bedroom or office with a walk-in closet, hallway office, and screened balconies overlooking the tranquil waters. The upper level features a private guest suite with its own balcony and a spectacular PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE with a sitting area, two walk-in closets, a spa-inspired bath, and a private balcony that is perfect for sunsets and morning coffee. Enjoy resort-style outdoor living with an infinity-edge spa, refreshing pool, spacious covered lanai, and multiple balconies and patios for relaxing or entertaining. Additional highlights include a 3-stop ELEVATOR, 2024 new HVAC, tandem 3-car garage, and a circle drive for additional off-street parking. Conveniently located just minutes to I-75, top-rated schools, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice, Nokomis Beach, historic downtown Venice, and world-class shopping and dining. This residence is more than a home, it's a lifestyle of elegance, ease, and adventure, and it's a front-row seat to a life of serenity, luxury, and endless waterfront enjoyment.