The moment you drive into this area's best kept secret you sense a welcoming atmosphere. Long Bayou is a pleasant, highly desirable active gated 55+gated community that offers a great sense of peace, comfort, and security with great neighbors and only 3 miles to Madeira Beach which takes you to John's Pass & Boardwalk for great seaside shops and dinning, one mile to the Pinellas Trail and our very own nature trail great for walks and biking right on the Bayou! Kayakers can launch here into the Bayou and paddle to the gulf. Publix, Walmart and dozens of restaurants and shopping all nearby. Many Upgrades including granite counter tops in the kitchen and bathroom, new gas range, dishwasher and microwave purchased in 2022! Features include common hot water heater (Gas for hot water, gas range and gas furnace is included in the monthly HOA fee, plus internet, water and cable) and covered parking! This 2 bedroom and 3rd home office room condo has the best front views of the Courtyard and the back view is a park-like setting with trees, pond, and sidewalk paralleling the entrance street with palm trees in the center. The condo is a solid block with concrete floors which is great for hurricane and fire safety. All windows are hurricane impact with lifetime transferable warranties. The ceramic tile floors throughout were installed on a soundproof foundation that insulates noise. Morning sun brightens the Florida room used as a home office and the east-west setting is perfect for the trade winds that flow through on those perfect days when you desire to open the windows. The kitchen opens up to both the living and the home office room. An attractive custom built multi-color stained barnwood wall highlights the Florida Home Office room. This room can be accessed via the kitchen or through a pocket door from the master bedroom. The living room is wired for surround sound to allow for that movie theater experience. Additional ceiling lighting has been added in the Living Room, Kitchen and Home Office Rooms to create a bright, cheery environment. Special LED lighting highlights nick knacks above the kitchen cabinets and home office pantry. Both the living room and bedroom are wired for hanging flat screen TV's. Book readers will enjoy having the built-in bookcase as a place to keep all favorite books. Extra storage includes a large pantry and storage closet, both with adjustable shelving, plus a large floor for storage in the lighted crawl space in the attic.. The bathroom has an extra deep bathtub/shower along with three custom built in medicine/tissue cabinets. All rooms have ceiling fans.