***SPECTACULAR CONDO with DIRECT WATER VIEWS on BAY ISLAND *** Life is Great when you're living in Paradise at the meticulously maintained and gated community with 24/7 security personnel. This gorgeous NEWLY-REMODELED unit has an open floor plan. As you walk in, you'll be immediately drawn to the pleasant and thoughtful design of this cozy condo unit. The new Kitchen is fully-equipped with contemporary solid-wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The Bedroom with a direct unobstructed water view is furnished with a new Queen-size bed. The Bedroom also has a Walk-In Closet and is furnished with a new dresser and bureau. A Patio is accessible from the Bedroom to watch dolphins and manatees playing in front of the unit. Windows are hurricane-rated with impact glass and will be further protected with a hurricane shutter - installation scheduled for November - for a very high level of protection. Your assigned covered parking spot is only a few steps away in front of the building's entrance. The Bay Island community is a very active community for residents 55 years YOUNG or above. It boasts 6 Swimming pools, 2 Hot Tubs, Tennis and Pickleball courts, separate men and women Fitness Centers with locker rooms, a Clubhouse with party rooms and billiards and ping-pong, a Library and a full calendar of social events. There's also an on-site Marina for your boat on a first-come first-serve basis and at additional expense.. The world-class Gulf Beaches of St Pete Beach, Treasure Island, Madeira Beach and Clearwater Beach are only minutes away and the famed Sunday Corey Ave Market is a stone's throw across the iconic drawbridge. Come and enjoy the many beach bars with live bands or dine at the immense variety of restaurants that suit your culinary taste. Downtown St. Petersburg is only a short drive where you can experience the many museums, theaters, parks, marinas, sidewalk dining, and cultural events - or come watch the Tampa Bay Rays play baseball and the Rowdies in a soccer match. Tampa International Airport (TPA) and the Clearwater-St Pete Airport (PIE) are about 30minutes away. Come and enjoy life at this relaxing Waterfront Paradise with a Peace of Mind. *** Sorry, but PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED *** SIX MONTHS PLUS 1 DAY MINIMUM LEASE; 12 MONTHS OR LONGER PREFERRED ***