One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. -- MANASOTA KEY -- this charming updated island cottage sits on a corner lot just a stone’s throw from the beach and Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy partial Gulf views from the front yard and easy access to the beach for sunsets, swimming, and coastal wildlife. Fully tiled throughout, this home includes an all-new kitchen & bathroom cabinets, countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all new interior trim, doors & hardware. The attached 10'x19' Florida room adds flexible living or dining space, and the rear screened, covered lanai offers a private setting overlooking the partially fenced backyard. Other notable and recent upgrades include: new standing-seam metal roof installed May 2025, new electrical panel and upgraded wiring in most of home 2024, new A/C in 2024 and new water heater. Home also includes a wood-burning fireplace perfect for those crisp evenings. Enjoy the convenience of a private, fully enclosed outdoor shower—perfect after a beach day. Indoor utility room includes a half bathroom and new full-size washer/dryer. This home would be ideal as a personal retreat or rental property, providing excellent flexibility near the beach. Additionally, this property offers sidewalk access to nearby island restaurants and shopping and is less than one mile from Stump Pass Beach State Park. Your coastal retreat awaits!