7165 Longboat Dr N, Longboat Key, FL 34228

RARE OFFERING of a CANAL FRONT HOME located in LONG BEACH VILLAGE on LONGBOAT KEY, 4 blocks to the SOFT SAND BEACHES of the AQUA WATERS of the GULF OF MEXICO! This canal's location with beautiful VEGETATION across the canal makes it one of the MOST PICTURESQUE and SECLUDED expanses of land and water in all of Longboat. It is a fishers dream home with the waters teeming with fish/wildlife and a 2 year, all aluminum, elevator style 7, 000 POUND BOAT LIFT with platform, ramp and ladder. This canal has DIRECT ACCESS to LONGBOAT PASS, BEER CAN AND JEWFISH ISLANDS. No bridges to go under! As you walk up the coral-like stone path, the sturdy (METAL ROOF and CONCRETE BLOCK CONSTRUCTION) 2 bdrm/2 bth ISLAND HOME prioritizes the comfortable beauty of the FLORIDA-STYLE and welcomes you with a walkway of tropical flowering plantings. This light and bright coastal design styled home will immediately take your breath away with the spectacular view from the WALL OF WINDOWS of the mangrove lined waterway where you can WATCH DAILY VOGAGES of MANATEES and DOLPHINS. The dramatic style of the high ceiling in the dining area (popcorn ceilings removed throughout) of the open floor plan of the kitchen/living room/dining room, brings everyday spacious living that is perfect for entertaining friends and family. It will be a fun afternoon to be on the REBUILT COMPOSIT DECKING for your friend's luncheon. Or be cozy sitting around the wood burning fireplace for after dinner drinks. The chef wi