From that very first moment you enter En Provence on Longboat Key, you realize you've entered a special and exclusive place. Private location on the Shimmering Gulf waters. Exquisitely taking advantage of all the views from almost every room and angle, but yet a level of comfort to just relax and take a breath. Stunning evening sunsets creating the backdrop in this direct Gulf front, 3BR/3BA residence with private 2+ car air conditioned garage. The ground level lobby entrance leads you to the private elevator. Exiting the elevator to your entry foyer, with its 11 ceilings is when the true experience begins. The honed travertine marble floors lead you to the main foyer, where your potential new and rewarding lifestyle begins. This en Provence floor plan has the entire gulf front portion of your home open to the gulf waters. This area encompasses the grand saloon, dining room, kitchen and family room. The kitchen boasts a center island with warming drawers, abundance of drawers and cabinets in the Neff cabinetry, granite countertops, top of the line Sub Zero & Dacor appliances and a butlers pantry. Meandering through these common areas you're drawn to the abundance of windows and glass. Through the sliding glass doors you enter the expansive terrace, which has a fully equipped summer kitchen with gas stove for your grilling enjoyment. The primary bedroom is entered through stately double doors for the owner's ultimate escape. Of course, water views and an entrance to the terrace are also available. The primary bathroom has been completely renovated to a standard that only the photographs or a private viewing can describe. Every space is another adventure that must be visited to understand the exclusivity of this offering. Located in this intimate community of just 21 residences, En Provence provides the ultimate in beachfront living on Longboat Key, with its gorgeous pool and spa area, guard gate, community entertaining area with catering kitchen, fitness room and security monitored grounds.