Welcome to your Siesta Key waterfront retreatradiant with natural light and perfectly positioned on the Grand Canal. Elevated for peace of mind and crafted for coastal living, this three story, 3 bedroom home with den/guest room celebrates time on the water from the moment you arrive. The main level opens to a large canal view balcony and features a bright living room with a 22 ft ceiling, a defined dining area, and a chefs oasis kitchen anchored by a center islandoffering abundant storage, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and expansive prep surfaces for effortless entertaining. Upstairs, the private primary suite spans the top floor with an adjacent office, a generous walk in closet, and a spacious bathroom with dual sinks, soaking tub, and walk in shower. Sliders open to your own third floor balcony with beautiful canal views. The ground level offers a 2 car garage plus 700 sq ft of air conditioned flex space (not included in main living area) with sliders to the pool and boat dockideal for a gym, rec lounge, or entertaining space. A private elevator connects all three levelsfrom the garage to the main living space and top floor suite. Outside is a boaters dream: deep water frontage on the Grand Canal with quick access to Roberts Bay, Sarasota Bay, and the Gulf; composite decking, a 10,000 lb lift, and a seawall with turn backs (all new as of Nov 2021). A clever two level dock allows easy tide height boarding and effortless kayak launches. This elevated Grand Canal home is perfect for boating, kayaking, paddle boarding, and daily dolphin/manatee watching. Lush, mature landscaping (on an irrigation well) wraps the property in privacy. All a short bike ride or walk to Siesta Key Village dining/shopping and world famous Siesta Beach.