1269 Siesta Bayside Drive #1269C Sarasota, FL 34242

A first-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence in Gulf and Bay Club Bayside with no unit above, offering added privacy and direct access. An optional second garage is available for purchase under a separate bill of sale.Located on Siesta Key, an eight-mile barrier island consistently recognized among the top beach destinations in the United States and globally, Siesta Beach has been ranked the #1 beach in the United States and #4 in the world by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards and has also been included on Travel + Leisure’s list of the World’s 50 Best Beaches as the top-ranked beach in the U.S.This unit offers 1,280 square feet and is being sold turnkey furnished. The interior has been recently updated and includes a kitchen with new appliances. Luxury vinyl flooring runs throughout the main living areas and the lanai, with tile flooring in the bathrooms and kitchen.The layout provides functional living space suitable for full-time use, seasonal occupancy, or rental use. A full-size washer and dryer are located within the unit.The living area opens to views of a protected nature preserve. The community allows weekly rentals, providing income potential. The property was not impacted by recent hurricanes.Ownership includes one private garage, with a second garage available for purchase under a separate bill of sale.Residents have private beach access to Siesta Key’s shoreline, known for its quartz sand and calm Gulf waters, along with community amenities including two pools, tennis courts, and a gated entrance with on-site management.This property may be used as a primary residence, seasonal property, or income-producing rental.