Vizcaya

Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico, Vizcaya is a gated, low-density condominium community known for expansive residences, private garages, substantial outdoor living areas, and a level of privacy rarely found in a beachfront development. Completed in phases during 1997 and 1998, Vizcaya is commonly described as a boutique community of 31 residences spread among three residential buildings. The original condominium documents identify 32 legal units, with the difference apparently reflecting the combination of two original units into one residence. Buyers should verify the current legal configuration of any combined home directly with the Association. The buildings are arranged across approximately nine landscaped acres, with the Gulf-front pool, beach, fishing pier, clubhouse, fitness facilities, tennis court, fountains, gardens, and courtyards distributed throughout the property. Rather than concentrating the residences within one large tower, Vizcaya’s plan creates separation among the buildings and allows many homes to enjoy private elevator access, expansive terraces, enclosed two-car garages, and broad Gulf or garden exposures.

Vizcaya

Boutique Gulf-Front Living with the Space and Convenience of a Private Home

Vizcaya occupies a distinctive position within Longboat Key's Gulf-front condominium market. The community combines a relatively small number of residences with amenities and services more often associated with a much larger development.

Full-time on-site staff, gated security, resort-style recreation, private garages, natural gas, and direct beach access support a lock-and-leave lifestyle, while the size and variety of the residences make the community equally suitable for year-round living.

Vizcaya brings together features rarely found in one Longboat Key community: low density, broad floor-plan variety, enclosed garages, natural gas, and accommodating pet policies.

31

Residences (32 legal units)

1997–1998

Developed

Three

Residential buildings

1,322–3,000+ ft²

Living areas

2-Car

Enclosed garage per unit

Why Buyers Love Vizcaya

A private home, without the maintenance.

Vizcaya appeals to buyers looking for the scale and functionality of a private residence without the maintenance responsibilities of a single-family Gulf-front home. Only a small number of owners share the beach, pool, clubhouse, fitness facilities, tennis court, and landscaped grounds.

The residences themselves are another important distinction. Vizcaya is not limited to one repeated floor plan — buyers may encounter smaller garden homes with private outdoor spaces, large Gulf-facing residences with extensive terraces, or combined homes with substantially more interior area.

Private garages, natural gas service, and terrace-grilling policies are equally unusual among Gulf-front condominiums, and current community information reports a notably accommodating pet policy for owners with larger dogs.

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The Story Behind Vizcaya

Three buildings, thirty-two legal units.

Vizcaya was developed during the late 1990s, when Longboat Key's luxury condominium market was increasingly moving toward larger residences, private elevator access, service-oriented ownership, and more substantial outdoor living. The original declaration was recorded in 1997.

Original Plan

32 Legal Units

Rather than one large beachfront tower, the community was planned as three residential buildings separated by landscaped courtyards, with two buildings near the Gulf framing the heated pool, spa, sundeck, and fishing pier, and a third building, clubhouse, and tennis court placed farther east.

Today

31 Residences

Vizcaya is now commonly described as containing 31 residences, apparently because two original units were combined. Assessments, voting rights, garage assignments, and legal descriptions may still correspond to the original unit structure.

Today, Vizcaya remains notable not simply because it is Gulf-front, but because it brings together low density, broad floor-plan variety, enclosed garages, and natural gas in one Longboat Key community.

Residences & Amenities

From garden homes to 3,000-square-foot estates.

The original garden residences begin with two-bedroom plans of approximately 1,322 square feet and extend to three-bedroom configurations approaching approximately 1,824 square feet. Outdoor areas substantially increase the usable space, with private gardens, patios, and balconies contributing several hundred additional square feet.

Entry Collection

Garden Residences

Estate Collection

Unit A & Unit D Plans

Signature Feature

Private & Guest Elevators

Every Legal Unit

Enclosed Two-Car Garage

Floor Plan	Air-Conditioned Area	Outdoor Area	Total Area
Gardenia	1,322 sq. ft.	430 sq. ft.	1,752 sq. ft.
Gladiola	1,322 sq. ft.	220 sq. ft.	1,542 sq. ft.
Hibiscus	1,487 sq. ft.	450 sq. ft.	1,937 sq. ft.
Hyacinth	1,547 sq. ft.	485 sq. ft.	2,032 sq. ft.
Bougainvillea	1,588 sq. ft.	569 sq. ft.	2,157 sq. ft.
Azalea	1,824 sq. ft.	580 sq. ft.	2,404 sq. ft.

Residents enjoy:

Direct private Gulf beach access

Heated beachfront lap pool

Spa

Gulf-front sundeck

Private fishing pier and groin

Clubhouse and catering kitchen

Resident lounge and dining areas

Fitness center

Saunas and steam rooms

Massage facilities and water treadmill

Tennis court

Landscaped courtyards, fountains, and gardens

On-site management and full-time staff

Gated entrance with 24-hour security

Enclosed two-car garages

Natural gas and approved terrace grilling

Lifestyle Policies

What to know before you buy.

Pets	Household pets are permitted subject to Association rules. Current community information reports that owners may keep two dogs without a stated weight restriction. Buyers should verify current number, breed, registration, and conduct requirements directly with the Association.
Leasing	Condominium units may not be leased for fewer than 90 days. Board approval is required.
Parking	Each legal condominium unit is assigned an enclosed two-car garage. Guest parking is available in designated common spaces.
Natural Gas & Grilling	Natural gas is available for approved interior appliances, fireplaces, summer kitchens, and terrace grills. Approved gas grilling is permitted on certain terraces, subject to current installation and safety requirements.
Residential Use	Residences are limited to private residential use. Transient occupancy, room rentals, rent-sharing, and subleasing are prohibited under the governing documents.
Renovations	Structural changes, wall modifications, relocation of kitchens, bathrooms, plumbing, or electrical systems, and alterations affecting windows, doors, terraces, or exterior appearance require prior written approval.
Terraces and Courtyards	Terraces, private gardens, courtyards, pools, and spas may be limited common elements assigned to individual residences. Alterations remain subject to Association approval.
Security	Vizcaya maintains gated access, 24-hour security, and procedures governing guests, contractors, deliveries, and service providers.
Association Approval	Purchases, leases, and certain transfers are subject to Association application and approval procedures.
Club Membership	No separate recreational or social club membership is required. Longboat Key Club membership is available independently.

Association rules and programs may change. Buyers should verify current pet, leasing, parking, natural gas, renovation, and security requirements directly with the Association.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything buyers ask us first.

How many residences are at Vizcaya?

Vizcaya is commonly described as containing 31 residences. The original condominium documents identify 32 legal units, apparently reflecting a later combination of two original units into one home.

What are Vizcaya's addresses?

The residential buildings are located at 2333, 2377, and 2399 Gulf of Mexico Drive. The Association office is located at 2355 Gulf of Mexico Drive.

When was Vizcaya developed?

The community was developed in phases during approximately 1997 and 1998.

How many buildings are there?

Vizcaya contains three residential buildings and a separate clubhouse.

How large are the residences?

The documented original floor plans range from approximately 1,322 square feet to more than 3,000 square feet of air-conditioned living area. Combined or significantly modified homes may be larger.

What kinds of residences are available?

Vizcaya includes two- and three-bedroom garden homes, larger estate-style residences, penthouses, and select combined configurations.

Do residences have private elevators?

Many of the larger homes have private or semi-private elevator access. Select plans also include separate guest elevators.

Does each residence have a private garage?

Each legal condominium unit is associated with an enclosed two-car garage.

Are there private gardens or pools?

Yes. Select residences include private gardens, courtyards, pools, or spas within their assigned outdoor areas.

What amenities are available?

Residents enjoy a Gulf-front lap pool and spa, private beach, fishing pier, clubhouse, fitness center, wellness facilities, tennis court, landscaped courtyards, fountains, on-site management, and gated security.

Does Vizcaya have direct beach access?

Yes. The community is located directly on the Gulf of Mexico and has private access to the beach.

Does Vizcaya have natural gas?

Yes. Natural gas service supports approved interior appliances and terrace cooking, and approved gas grilling is permitted on certain terraces under Association rules.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Current community information reports that owners may keep two dogs without a stated size limit, subject to the Association's current policies.

Are rentals permitted?

Yes. The minimum lease term is 90 days, and prior Board approval is required.

Is another club membership required?

No. Owners are not required to join a separate club or association for use of Vizcaya's recreational amenities. Longboat Key Club membership is available independently.

Does Vizcaya have an official website?

No public official Association website was identified. Current Association information, applications, rules, and governing documents should be obtained directly from the management office.

Buying in Vizcaya

Find your residence.

Every residence at Vizcaya offers a different ownership experience. Buyers often compare building, floor level, original plan, Gulf exposure, terrace size, private courtyard or garden, pool or spa, elevator access, garage assignment, natural gas features, and renovation history. The differences among the homes are substantial. A garden residence of approximately 1,300 to 1,800 square feet offers a different connection to the grounds than an upper-level estate residence exceeding 3,000 square feet. Some homes emphasize elevated Gulf views and broad terraces, while others provide private gardens, courtyards, pools, or immediate access to the landscaped property. Legal unit configuration also requires careful attention. Because the community is commonly described as having 31 residences while the original documents identify 32 legal units, a combined home may retain multiple votes, garages, assessments, or legal descriptions. For more than four decades, Pettingell Professionals has helped buyers navigate Longboat Key's luxury condominium market. We understand the distinctions among Vizcaya's buildings, original plans, views, terraces, gardens, garages, combined residences, and community policies and help our clients identify the home that best fits their lifestyle and long-term goals.

Selling in Vizcaya

Tell your residence's story.

Today's luxury buyers begin their search long before they schedule a showing. They compare communities, study floor plans, evaluate views, and look for reliable information about amenities, garages, pets, leasing, outdoor areas, and renovation potential. That's why we've created one of Sarasota's most comprehensive luxury condominium and residential community guides. Our goal is simple. When someone searches for Vizcaya Longboat Key, we want them to find the most accurate, informative, and complete resource available. More importantly, we want your residence to be part of that discovery. For sellers, this matters. A Vizcaya residence should not be presented as simply another Gulf-front condominium. Its building, floor level, original layout, Gulf exposure, terrace configuration, private garden or courtyard, pool or spa, elevator access, garage, natural gas service, renovation history, and legal unit structure are all part of its story. Combined with exceptional photography, cinematic video, strategic digital marketing, and more than four decades of experience representing Sarasota and Longboat Key's finest properties, we position your residence where today's luxury buyers begin their search.

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Rather than relying on marketing language or generic descriptions, our goal is to create the most complete and trustworthy resource available for each community we cover. Whether you're buying, selling, or simply exploring Sarasota's luxury real estate market, we hope these guides help you make more informed decisions and discover the communities that best fit your lifestyle.

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Vizcaya

Vizcaya

A private home, without the maintenance.

Three buildings, thirty-two legal units.

32 Legal Units

31 Residences

From garden homes to 3,000-square-foot estates.

Garden Residences

Unit A & Unit D Plans

Private & Guest Elevators

Enclosed Two-Car Garage

Residents enjoy:

What to know before you buy.

Everything buyers ask us first.

Find your residence.

Tell your residence's story.

The Pettingell Community Guides

Exceptional real estate decisions begin with exceptional information.

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Vizcaya

A private home, without the maintenance.

Three buildings, thirty-two legal units.

32 Legal Units

31 Residences

From garden homes to 3,000-square-foot estates.

Garden Residences

Unit A & Unit D Plans

Private & Guest Elevators

Enclosed Two-Car Garage

Residents enjoy:

What to know before you buy.

Everything buyers ask us first.

Find your residence.

Tell your residence's story.

The Pettingell Community Guides

Exceptional real estate decisions begin with exceptional information.

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