Comfortable, casual and cool one story end unit villa-style condominium with 2 bedrooms & 2 baths, nestled in a tropical Florida community with lush gardens under a canopy of oak and palm trees. Azalea model with 1,197 sf, featuring a 17X13 eat-in kitchen with loads of cabinets, a pantry, center island, breakfast nook and enclosed laundry area; a soaring cathedral ceiling above the L-shaped dining area/living room which wraps around a 9X12 glass enclosed lanai with newer ceiling fan and weather-resistant shades- two are remote controlled and one is controlled manually, patio chairs included; there are also remote controlled shades in the living room and dining room; en-suite primary bedroom is 14X12 with huge walk-in closet with an attic access. Guest bath, guest bedroom has a double bed and a twin bed with newer mattresses. Updates include a new shingle roof and new flat roof in 2015 according to the association, which is responsible for roof repairs and replacement; A/C May 2018, with maintenance inspections twice/year since installation; electric hot water tank 2020; electric stove 2023; washer 2024; newer disposal, and newer ceiling fans in lanai, bedroom and kitchen; pest control checks the residence 3 times/year; some furniture is included. Sarasota Village Gardens is a fabulous pet-friendly community, max two pets can weigh up to 40 lbs each and requires association approval. Some furniture is included. Lawns are watered with recycled water. Amenities include the clubhouse with a library, kitchen, social room, pool table and manager office; tennis court that is also used to play pickleball; two shuffle ball courts; a drive-through recycle area; and two spaces to wash your car located in the clubhouse/pool parking lot. Village Gardens is ideally located within minutes of the commerce and culture of Sarasota.