1100 Benjamin Franklin Dr

Lido Surf & Sand is an eight-story beachfront condominium complex completed in 1976 on Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida. Units range from one- to three-bedroom floor plans with open living/dining configurations, high ceilings, and features such as crown molding, solid wood cabinets, stone counters, and generous walk-in closets. Many residences include expansive balconies or wraparound terraces with direct Gulf views and walls of sliding glass; impact glass and hurricane shutters are commonly installed. The property emphasizes shared recreational life: a beachfront heated pool and spa, fitness center, sauna, shuffleboard, outdoor grills, and a social/club room support active coastal living. Practical amenities include secure under-building garage parking, elevator access, on-site management, storage rooms, irrigation and exterior lighting, and enclosed under-building parking. Units frequently display modernized kitchens and baths, custom closets, and in-unit laundry; building-wide capital improvements have included concrete restoration, pool refurbishment, and updated elevators and security systems. Pet policies are limited but permit small animals in many units. Located steps from the sand and minutes from St. Armands Circle and downtown Sarasota, the building sits adjacent to nature preserve access and offers a beach-centered lifestyle with easy access to dining, shopping, and waterfront recreation.