Beau Ciel

Beau Ciel is a luxury bayfront condominium at 990 Boulevard of the Arts in downtown Sarasota, Florida, completed in 2003 with just 44 residences in an 18-story building overlooking Sarasota Bay, the marina, and The Bay Park. Residences range from approximately 2,335 square feet to more than 8,000 square feet, including two- and three-bedroom homes, larger upper-floor residences, penthouses, and a Grand Penthouse. Distinguishing features include private elevator foyers, expansive bay and marina terraces, secured parking, air-conditioned storage, 24-hour concierge service, a heated pool and spa, fitness and wellness facilities, social and dining rooms, and access to select neighboring Hyatt Regency amenities.

Beau Ciel

Bayfront Living in Sarasota's Cultural District

Beau Ciel occupies a distinctive waterfront position at the western end of Boulevard of the Arts, between Sarasota Bay and the neighboring Hyatt Regency marina. The building sits immediately beside The Bay Park, giving many residences expansive water and park views.

With only 44 homes across 18 stories, Beau Ciel has a low-density character despite its high-rise scale, with private elevator foyers, generous terraces, substantial interiors, and a level of service more typical of a boutique luxury hotel.

Beau Ciel's curved footprint gives many residences more than one orientation, allowing owners to experience Sarasota Bay and sunsets from one side of the home while overlooking the marina and city lights from another.

44

Private residences

2003

Year completed

18

Stories

2,335–4,032 ft²

Typical interior areas

~8,111 ft²

Largest residence, Grand Penthouse

Why Buyers Love Beau Ciel

Bay and marina, from every angle.

Beau Ciel combines several qualities that are increasingly difficult to find together in downtown Sarasota: large residences, direct bayfront positioning, low residential density, extensive amenities, and private-elevator living. Even the smaller B residences provide approximately 2,335 square feet of conditioned space, while A, C, D, and E residences range well above 3,000 square feet.

The views are another defining feature. Beau Ciel's curved footprint gives many residences more than one orientation, allowing owners to experience Sarasota Bay and sunsets from one side of the home while overlooking the marina and city lights from another.

The setting has also become increasingly significant with the development of The Bay Park immediately beside the property, while Beau Ciel's relationship with the Hyatt Regency gives owners access to a combination of residential and hotel-style amenities unusual among Sarasota condominiums.

The Bay ParkHyatt Regency MarinaVan WezelDowntown Sarasota

The Story Behind Beau Ciel

Built beside the bay and the marina.

Beau Ciel emerged during an important period in the evolution of Sarasota's downtown bayfront. The condominium association was organized in 2001, with the original Articles of Incorporation identifying Beau Ciel, L.L.L.P. as the developer.

A Shared Site Plan

Conceived Alongside the Hyatt

The development was conceived in conjunction with the neighboring Hyatt property rather than as an entirely isolated condominium parcel. The recorded master declaration created a network of easements and shared rights involving parking, landscaping, pedestrian access, the hotel pool area, and the boat basin.

Completed 2003

Forty-Four Homes, Fewer Every Floor

The building ultimately contained only 44 residences, an unusually small number for an 18-story downtown tower. Its floor plate becomes less dense as it rises, progressing from four homes on typical lower residential levels to three larger upper-level residences and finally a small collection of penthouses.

More than two decades later, the combination of large-scale residences, private elevator entries, extensive terraces, established hotel privileges, boating access, and an irreplaceable position beside Sarasota Bay and The Bay Park continues to distinguish Beau Ciel within downtown Sarasota's luxury condominium market.

Residences & Amenities

Fewer homes with every floor you rise.

Beau Ciel's 44 residences are distinguished by unusually generous floor plans, private elevator foyers, expansive terraces, and a building design that captures both Sarasota Bay and marina views. Original plans show a progression from four residences per floor on Levels 4 through 10 to three larger residences on the upper typical floors, followed by the penthouses.

Largest Typical Plan

Residence C04

Most Compact Plan

Residences B02 / B03

Largest Residence

Grand Penthouse 1800

Signature Feature

Private Elevator Foyers

Residence	Configuration	Conditioned Area	Terrace Area
A01	3 BR / Family Room / 3 BA	3,100 sq. ft.	402 sq. ft.
B02	2 BR / Great Room / 2.5 BA	2,335 sq. ft.	381 sq. ft.
B03	2 BR / Great Room / 2.5 BA	2,335 sq. ft.	381 sq. ft.
C04	2 BR / Family Room / Grand Salon / 3 BA	3,135 sq. ft.	435 sq. ft.
D02 (Levels 11–15)	3 BR / 3.5 BA	3,412 sq. ft.	532 sq. ft.
E03 (Levels 11–15)	Upper-floor plan	~4,032 sq. ft.	Up to ~1,100 sq. ft. combined
Penthouse A / B, Grand Penthouse 1800	Upper-level collection	Varies	Up to ~8,111 sq. ft. total

Because many Beau Ciel residences have been significantly customized since the building's completion, present-day configurations may differ from original plans. Buyers should compare the recorded condominium plan, original floor plan, current measured square footage, and any subsequent renovations when evaluating an individual residence.

Owners enjoy:

Amenities reflect current Association information for Beau Ciel, including select privileges shared with the neighboring Hyatt Regency.

Heated pool & spa

Landscaped pool deck

Poolside cabana & wet bar

Outdoor grills & covered dining

Fitness center

Sauna & steam facilities

Massage therapy room

Residents' lounge & bar

Board room / private dining room

Card & game room

Media / theater area

Catering kitchen & conference facilities

Air-conditioned resident storage

24-hour concierge service

Select Hyatt Regency privileges

Lifestyle Policies

What to know before you buy.

Pets	Household pets are permitted subject to Association approval, registration, and current rules.
Leasing	Minimum 90-day lease; no more than 2 leases per calendar year.
Association Approval	Required for sales and leases.
Parking	Secured garage parking; number and type of spaces vary by residence.
Storage	Air-conditioned resident storage and bicycle storage.
Pool Hours	Current published rules identify daily pool hours of approximately 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Quiet Hours	11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Terraces	Furniture and other items are subject to Association restrictions; terraces may not be used for general storage.
Grilling	Grilling on individual terraces is generally prohibited except where specifically authorized; common grilling areas are provided.
Boating	Association temporary-use slips are available subject to reservation procedures and restrictions.
Buyer Approval	Prospective purchasers are subject to Association review and approval procedures.

Governing documents, Association rules, assessments, management arrangements, hotel privileges, boating rights, amenities, leasing restrictions, pet policies, parking assignments, and services may change over time. Buyers and sellers should verify the most current information directly with the Association and other applicable authorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything buyers ask us first.

Where is Beau Ciel?

Beau Ciel is located at 990 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, Florida 34236, in downtown Sarasota's cultural district, beside The Bay Park and the Hyatt Regency marina.

When was Beau Ciel completed?

Beau Ciel was completed in 2003.

How many residences are there?

Beau Ciel contains just 44 residences within an 18-story building.

How large are Beau Ciel residences?

The principal residence plans begin at approximately 2,335 square feet of conditioned interior space and extend beyond 4,000 square feet on the upper floors. The penthouse collection includes significantly larger homes, with the largest residences exceeding 8,000 square feet.

What are the main floor plans?

Levels 4 through 10 generally contain four principal residence positions: A01 (approx. 3,100 conditioned sq. ft.), B02 and B03 (approx. 2,335 conditioned sq. ft. each), and C04 (approx. 3,135 conditioned sq. ft.). Upper typical floors transition to larger plans such as D02, with approximately 3,412 square feet of conditioned space, and E residences exceeding 4,000 square feet.

Does Beau Ciel have penthouses?

Yes. The upper levels include Penthouse A and Penthouse B residences, with the Grand Penthouse 1800 occupying the top of the building.

Do residences have private elevators?

Beau Ciel residences are served by elevators opening into private or semi-private elevator foyers, creating a more private arrival experience than a conventional common hallway.

What views are available?

Depending on position and elevation, residences may offer views of Sarasota Bay, the Hyatt marina, The Bay Park, downtown Sarasota, and sunsets over the water. Many floor plans include terraces on more than one exposure.

What amenities does Beau Ciel offer?

Amenities include a heated pool and spa, fitness center, sauna and steam facilities, massage room, residents' lounge, private dining and board room, card and game spaces, media room, catering kitchen, outdoor grilling areas, climate-controlled storage, bicycle storage, secured parking, and 24-hour concierge service.

Does Beau Ciel have access to Hyatt Regency amenities?

Yes. Beau Ciel's original master documents establish shared-use rights involving portions of the neighboring Hyatt property, including the hotel pool area and boat basin. The exact amenities, services, discounts, and procedures available to residents may change and should be confirmed with Beau Ciel management.

Does Beau Ciel have boat slips?

Beau Ciel has access to boating facilities within the adjacent Hyatt boat basin. Current Association rules identify three Association Boat Slips: Nos. 10, 11, and 12. Slips 10 and 11 accommodate boats up to approximately 40 feet in length, while Slip 12 accommodates up to approximately 36 feet, subject to beam limitations. These slips are primarily intended for temporary use by owners and their guests and are subject to reservation and stay restrictions.

Are rentals permitted?

Yes. Current documents provide for a 90-day minimum lease, with no more than two leases per calendar year. Association approval is required.

Is buyer approval required?

Yes. The governing documents provide for Association approval of sales, and the current rules require prospective purchasers to complete the Association's application and review process.

Is Beau Ciel pet-friendly?

Yes. Household pets are permitted subject to the Association's current approval, registration, and nuisance restrictions. Because MLS records have reported differing size limitations over time, prospective buyers should verify the current pet rules directly with the Association rather than relying on older listing information.

What parking is included?

Beau Ciel provides secured garage parking. The number, location, and nature of parking spaces vary by residence, with historical sales showing both one- and two-space configurations. Parking rights should be verified for the individual unit.

Does Beau Ciel have private storage?

Yes. Residences are associated with air-conditioned storage, and the building also provides bicycle storage.

What is near Beau Ciel?

Beau Ciel is immediately beside The Bay Park and close to Sarasota's downtown cultural district, including performing arts venues, galleries, restaurants, shopping, and waterfront recreation. St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are also within a short drive across the Ringling Causeway.

Does Beau Ciel have an official website?

A public-facing official Association website has not been identified for this guide. Current Association documents, applications, budgets, rules, management contacts, and other due-diligence materials should be obtained directly from the Association or management.

Buying in Beau Ciel

Find your residence.

With only 44 residences and a floor plate that changes as the building rises, comparing homes at Beau Ciel requires attention to more than interior square footage. Buyers should consider floor-plan position, elevation, Sarasota Bay versus marina exposure, terrace configuration, private elevator arrangement, parking, storage, renovations, penthouse designation, and any boating rights associated with the residence. The differences between plans are substantial. A B residence of approximately 2,335 square feet offers a very different ownership experience from an A or C residence exceeding 3,100 square feet, an upper-floor D or E residence, or one of the building's penthouses. With more than four decades of experience representing Sarasota and Longboat Key's finest properties, Pettingell Professionals helps buyers understand these distinctions and make informed, property-specific decisions.

Selling Your Residence in Beau Ciel

Tell your residence's story.

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