1601 Pelican Pt Dr

Pelican Cove is a low-rise, waterfront condominium community in Sarasota originally developed in 1979 and laid out across extensive tropical landscaping. Buildings are two stories and primarily offer two-bedroom residences (with some three-bedroom corner/harbor units and ground-floor configurations) arranged around an 86–93 slip protected harbor with direct Intracoastal access. Units commonly feature vaulted or cathedral ceilings, clerestory windows, open living/dining plans, eat-in kitchens with solid-surface or stone counters, built-in cabinetry, wet/dry bars, attic or storage spaces, and glassed-in lanais or decks that orient to water or garden views. Exterior features emphasize outdoor living and sport: private balconies/patios, a community dog run, outdoor showers, storage lockers, tennis and pickleball courts, irrigation and landscape lighting, and slip-access docks. Common areas are clubhouse-focused and program-rich rather than tower-style: three clubhouses, multiple heated pools, covered carports, guarded gated entry, walking trails through a Florida-recognized bird sanctuary, fishing piers, and organized social and educational programming dubbed “Pelican Cove University.” The property’s architectural character is low-profile Old Florida: mature live oaks and Spanish moss, meandering boardwalks, and a collection of single-level and two-story buildings sited to prioritize harbor sightlines. Management emphasizes active recreation, marina services (boat slips with utilities), on-site amenities like woodworking and art studios, and a calendar of clubs and events that supports a social, leisure-oriented coastal lifestyle.