This rarely available and updated waterfront townhome has 2700 SF, 3BR/3BA, bonus room, office area, AND a 40 FT. boat slip right out back! The kitchen has granite counter-tops, beautiful wood cabinets, unique stone backsplash, newer appliances, closet pantry, new lighting and ceramic tile floor. The open living room/dining room floor plan with vaulted 30 foot ceilings offers a wet bar with granite counter-tops and wood cabinetry plus there is a corner space for an office or reading area. The upstairs loft area can be an office, den or exercise area. You will find gorgeous real oak wood floors throughout the upstairs in the large master suite and the 2nd bedroom suite. The master bathroom has granite counters, dual sinks, a shower with beautiful tile and a morning kitchen. The large lanai which overlooks the water has been enclosed with impact resistant sliders, increasing your living area. There is a screened, very private front lanai which is perfect for morning coffee or relaxing with a good book. Overhead lighting and fans throughout, an under stairs storage area and a security system. Smuggler's Landing is located on a protected canal off of the Intracoastal Waterway, and just minutes to the Gulf of Mexico. Boat lifts are allowed to be installed at owners expense. Water and electric provided at your 40ft. dock space. Plenty of storage space with a workbench area for your tools, boating equipment, fishing poles and even a motorcycle! Here at Smuggler's Landing you can have the convenience of condo maintenance while enjoying a single family living vibe. Quaint Cortez is just one mile from the powder sand beaches of Anna Maria Island, and offers a historic working fishing village, dockside seafood restaurants, charter fishing boats, boat and jet ski rentals, parasailing, and charming shops. Enjoy the perfect waterfront Florida lifestyle!!