Walking into this Coastal Contemporary home you will be transported into a soothing paradise. The floor plan fosters entertaining with a combination dining room and living room and on the other side of the pass-through fireplace an eat-in kitchen with spacious countertops. Open the pocket sliding doors in both the living room and kitchen to the large pool area to bring the outdoors in and extend the living space. Retreat to the master bedroom with a 12'x12' master closet and an aquarium window that looks out to the swimming pool and spa. On the other side of the home is a junior master suite that allows privacy for your guests. For additional space there is a den with a closet that can be used as a 4th bedroom. Live in comfortable luxury with quartz and granite countertops, travertine and wood floors, 11' ceilings, 9' doors, crown moulding throughout, updated lighting and an integrated music system. Beautiful landscaping with lighting and a pavered driveway adds to the curb appeal. Smart home capabilities to remotely control thermostat, security cameras, garage door and more. There is a well for irrigation, new AC in 2014, a 3-car garage, and by the pool a built-in grill and sink. Located in the heart of it all, this 2002 Steve Murray home on Bird Key is between downtown Sarasota and St Armands Circle/Lido Key. Optional membership to the Bird Key Yacht Club can provide a place to store your boat and allows a more affordable option to purchasing waterfront property. You can live in Paradise!