Island Reef is a beach-to-bay condominium community on the southern end of Siesta Key, offering access to both the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay. Located along Midnight Pass Road, this established community provides a peaceful island setting with resort-style amenities, boating opportunities, and convenient access to Turtle Beach, Crescent Beach, and Sarasota.
With Gulf-side and bay-side residences, Island Reef appeals to buyers seeking waterfront views, beach access, boating amenities, and a quieter south Siesta Key lifestyle.
Residences at Island Reef Siesta Key
Island Reef features 173 condominium residences developed between 1975 and 1980. Many units offer two-bedroom, two-bathroom floor plans with open living areas, private balconies, updated kitchens, refreshed bathrooms, and views of the Gulf, bay, pool area, tennis courts, tropical landscaping, or surrounding Siesta Key setting.
Residences generally range from approximately 1,300 to 2,000 square feet, providing comfortable space for seasonal living, full-time ownership, or a relaxed island retreat.
The Gulf-to-bay layout gives Island Reef a distinctive appeal, especially for buyers who want beach access, bayfront recreation, and boating possibilities within the same community.
Community Amenities
- Gulf-to-bay Siesta Key setting
- Direct Gulf beach access
- Bayfront amenities
- Two heated swimming pools
- Tennis courts
- Pickleball courts
- Fitness center
- Clubhouse
- Game room
- Library
- Shuffleboard courts
- Boat docks available by arrangement
- Gulf and bay views from select residences
Location
Island Reef is located at 8764-8779 Midnight Pass Road on the southern end of Siesta Key. This location places residents close to Turtle Beach, Blind Pass Lagoon, Crescent Beach, Point of Rocks, South Siesta Key dining, and boating areas.
Siesta Key Village, Stickney Point, Downtown Sarasota, waterfront restaurants, cultural venues, and mainland shopping are also within convenient driving distance.
Nearby Beaches and Attractions
Residents of Island Reef enjoy access to the Gulf shoreline for swimming, shelling, paddleboarding, beach walks, and sunset views. The bay side of the community offers a quieter waterfront setting with opportunities for boating, kayaking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
Nearby destinations include Turtle Beach, Crescent Beach, Blind Pass Lagoon, Point of Rocks, Siesta Key Village, South Siesta Key restaurants, boating areas, and Sarasota.
Similar Condo Communities
- Excelsior – Beach-to-bay Siesta Key community with Crescent Beach access, bayfront amenities, heated pools, and tropical grounds.
- Palm Bay Club – Beach-to-bay Siesta Key community with Gulf access, bayfront amenities, pools, and rental appeal.
- Bay Tree Club – Beach-to-bay Siesta Key community with beach access, pools, boat slips, kayak storage, and bayfront amenities.
- Midnight Cove – Siesta Key condominium community with beach access, boating amenities, pool, and tennis.
- Turtle Bay – Bayfront Siesta Key condominium community with boating amenities, pool, tennis, and beach access nearby.
Community Slideshow of Island Reef Siesta Key Gulf Side
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Island Reef Condos for Sale | Siesta Key Florida
With its Gulf-to-bay setting, beach access, boat docks, pools, tennis, pickleball, fitness center, and south Siesta Key location, Island Reef remains a desirable condominium community for buyers seeking waterfront island living. View current Island Reef condos for sale below if inventory is available.
Island Reef Siesta Key FAQ
Where is Island Reef located?
Island Reef is located at 8764-8779 Midnight Pass Road on the southern end of Siesta Key, Florida.
Is Island Reef a beach-to-bay community?
Yes, Island Reef offers a Gulf-to-bay setting with access to both the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay.
What amenities are available at Island Reef?
Residents enjoy two heated pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, fitness center, clubhouse, game room, library, shuffleboard courts, beach access, and bayfront amenities.
Does Island Reef offer boating access?
Yes, Island Reef offers bayfront access, and boat docks may be available by arrangement.
What is near Island Reef Siesta Key?
Island Reef is close to Turtle Beach, Crescent Beach, Blind Pass Lagoon, Point of Rocks, Siesta Key Village, South Siesta Key restaurants, boating areas, and Sarasota.
