RARELY AVAILABLE direct, Intercoastal water views from this beautiful, spacious condo located in the private gated community of Mariner's Cove. Mariner's Cove is an oasis located on the tip of a peninsula in the charming village of Cortez, one of the oldest active fishing villages in Florida. This home is being sold ‘turnkey furnished' (please see list of exceptions) and has three bedrooms and two full baths. However, one of the bedrooms is currently being utilized as a den with a built-in desk in place of the closet (no closet doors). The couch in the den is a hideaway bed. Cooking will be a joy in the well-appointed kitchen with an abundance of custom items. The kitchen has been completely updated with custom cabinets, granite counters, and a bank of pantry space with pull-out drawers. Spacious dining and living room offer a wood-burning fireplace, wet bar, and there is lovely crown molding throughout this home. Both baths have been updated and the master bath has a jacuzzi tub with shower. There is an interior laundry inside the home for your convenience. Relax on the roomy lanai which has electric roll-down shutters as well as space for table, chairs, and other lounging furniture. From here you'll enjoy watching the abundance of wildlife including aquatic birds, dolphin sightings, and stunning, colorful skies! This condo conveys with a dock (boat slip #8) which has easy access to Gulf waters plus two under-building parking spaces. There is additional storage with one storage area by the assigned parking space and a storage closet at the end of the lanai. This fabulous gated community is ideal for privacy and is rich in amenities which include 2 recently renovated heated pools, spa, tennis, a boardwalk along the marina for leisurely strolls, and lush landscaping. Less than one mile to stunning Gulf of Mexico beaches. You'll find this residence and its location is breathtaking, ideal for those who cherish the boating lifestyle and close by all conveniences including shopping and restaurants.