1321 SOUTHBAY DRIVE Under contract-accepting backup offers. This is an outstanding Southbay residence, the best-kept secret on the Gulf Coast where boats are accommodated in a deep-water marina for low fees. Numerous recent upgrades and finishes. Inviting paver drive, oversized 22-by-24-foot garage and double-door entry welcomes you to a home that is simultaneously tranquil and energizing. Custom crafted throughout with a wood fireplace that is centered on the great room with 10-foot beamed/vaulted ceilings and new luxury vinyl floors. Overlooking the sparkling newly resurfaced heated pool and the lanai with so many areas to perfect the art of outdoor living. The sleek-modern galley kitchen is stainless and granite. Spacious main level owner's suite has patio access, a walk-in closet, dual sinks, soaker tub, toilet and shower. Additional rooms on the main level include den/office (which easily could be a 4th bedroom) with patio access, large storage room or use as an additional office and powder room. The upper level has an ideal layout with two bedrooms, a bonus room and full bath, which has their own private stairway to the pool below. There is a 10-by-8-foot balcony which overlooks the park, tennis courts and marina. Roof was replaced in 2016 and both air conditioners in 2023. Southbay Yacht & Racquet Club lives up to its name with a newly renovated community clubhouse, geothermal pool, gym overlooking the marina, banquet rooms, three tennis courts, four pickleball courts, a bocce ball court, two shuffleboards, basketball, kayak storage area, a waterfront park, 20 acres of common grounds and miles of trails. Ideally in between culturally rich Sarasota and charming Venice, minutes to beaches, Legacy Trail, No. 1 rated Pine View School, shopping, waterfront restaurants and Oscar Scherer State Park. Walk to your boat or take your golf cart around the neighborhood. For those who seek an exceptional waterfront life, nothing compares.