If you dream of living in a beachfront condominium where luxury and comfort are lifestyle priorities, you do not have to relocate to Miami Beach or to the Caribbean; the Water Club of Longboat Key has everything you can hope to find in an upscale resort community.

Located in the southern portion of the island and just northwest of the Longboat Key Golf Club, the Water Club consists of two majestic towers overlooking a stretch of white sandy beach and the azure waters of the Gulf of Mexico. There are 172 units between the two towers, but only a few properties are listed for sale each month.

Since its completion in the mid-1990s, the Water Club has been known to attract celebrities such as the late British writer James Clavell, author of Shogun. Although the towers look similar to other condos in the area, the floor plans and interiors are considered to be among the most luxurious in Longboat Key.

In mid-2018, pricing at the Water Club started at less than $1.4 million for floor plans measuring 2,737 square feet with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Most units, even those situated on the lower levels, provide sweeping views of the beach and the Gulf thanks to panoramic windows and expansive balconies.

Of all the amenities available to Water Club residents and their guests, the most attractive is the elegant boardwalk that connects the pool lounge area to the beach. Children get to enjoy their own swimming pool while tennis players have access to four tennis courts. The spectacular clubhouse, which is regarded as being one of the most lavish in Longboat Key, features an upper level ballroom, a library, card rooms, kitchen, and dining room. A modern fitness center and 24-hour concierge service complement the amenities.

Driving to the arts and culture district of Downtown Sarasota takes less than 10 minutes, but residents can get all their shopping done right on the island at the Bay Isles center less than two miles away.