FLORIDA GULF COAST FORTRESS! Custom-built with the best construction possible on one acre of PRIVATE BEACHFRONT property, this home gives new meaning to the phrase “SAFE AND SOUND.” Elevated and reinforced with 52 CONCRETE PILINGS and built with concrete walls, the home also features a concrete tile roof, whole home generator, hurricane and lightning protection - all tucked away behind a GATED wall. Up the grand entrance (or ELEVATOR) and into the home, you’ll be impressed by an exceptional floor plan that makes the living space open while the bedrooms remain private. High ceilings, custom millwork, TRAVERTINE HEATED FLOORS and an immense number of windows and doors set the scene for this spectacular space with the GULF OF MEXICO as your back drop. This great room is filled with a formal sitting area, GAS FIREPLACE, large dining space with storage built-ins, a well-appointed CHEF’S KITCHEN with top quality finishes, wet bar and access to a guest bathroom. The south wing of the home is where you’ll find the PRIMARY BEDROOM with two, custom, walk-in closets and a luxurious ensuite bathroom while the north wing houses your laundry, a second master suite and an additional two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Almost every room leads outside to balconies and a LARGE COVERED DECK that extend your living and entertaining to the outdoors where you can smell the salty air and hear the waves of the ocean. The lower level encompasses an expansive 3,000 square feet GARAGE with drive through doors on one side and plenty of storage space for cars, trailers, golf carts, kayaks and more. Accessed through here or an exterior private door, you’ll find 1,824 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING SPACE with a full bathroom, kitchenette, main living area and two bonus rooms. Think fifth and sixth bedroom, home gym, office, theater room, you name it! The home is perfectly positioned on the lot to assure privacy from the road and still have ROOM FOR A WATERFRONT POOL if desired (site plan available on request). This lawn would also make a great space for pets, a putting green or fire pit! Besides the home itself, the best feature this property offers is the location. Manasota Key is an ideal place to LIVE AND PLAY in with multiple golf courses nearby, tennis clubs, shopping, restaurants and some of the world’s best fishing! Call today to experience all this home has to offer and for a full feature list. VIDEO TOUR AVAILABLE.