1608 Stickney Pt Rd

Castel Del Mare is a low-rise waterfront condominium complex built in 1975 and organized around four-story buildings that primarily contain two-bedroom residences. Architecture reflects mid-1970s coastal design with vaulted and cathedral ceilings, sliding glass doors, private lanais or balconies, and expansive windows oriented toward Little Sarasota Bay. Unit interiors commonly feature open floor plans, eat-in kitchens or kitchen/family-room combos, solid wood cabinetry, stone or granite counters, built-in storage, walk-in closets, and a mix of vaulted and high ceilings; many units have been renovated with contemporary finishes. Common areas emphasize resort-style, outdoor living with two separate pools (including a bayside pool), a boardwalk and fishing pier, gazebo, landscaped grounds with irrigation and lighting, tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, outdoor grills, kayak/paddleboard storage and launch, and on-site storage. Practical amenities include covered parking/carports, elevator access, and stairs-to-units in select locations. The property sits immediately across the South Bridge to Siesta Key, within biking distance of Siesta Key Beach and close to downtown Sarasota retail and dining. Pet and rental rules vary by unit but several listings indicate restrictions; management maintains a communal, well-kept character and a lifestyle focused on waterfront recreation and easy access to island amenities.