Welcome to the gated community of Ballantrae in the Palmer Ranch area, where peaceful surroundings and maintenance-free living create the perfect retreat. Surrounded by 36 acres of beautifully preserved natural landscape, this quiet community is dotted with lakes and mature trees, much to the delight of bird watchers and nature lovers. Tucked away from traffic noise, this villa offers a serene setting and experienced no storm damage. This beautifully maintained villa is a true three-bedroom home offering over 1,700 square feet of comfortable living space. The large, open living room is anchored by a charming wood-burning fireplace and flows into a light-filled dining room that is perfect for everyday living or hosting gatherings. Just off the living room, a lovely screened lanai provides an ideal spot for morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. The sunny kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, white appliances, and a convenient planning desk, making it both bright and functional. The spacious primary bedroom is a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet, two additional closets, and an en-suite bath with a walk-in shower. It also features its own private screened lanai, perfect for enjoying the outdoors in comfort. Your guests will appreciate the two additional bedrooms, one of which is currently being used as a home office, offering flexibility for today’s lifestyle. Additional storage and convenience can be found in the two-car garage. For added enjoyment and peace of mind, this lovely villa features hurricane impact windows and a new roof installed in 2025. The driveway is scheduled to be repaved in May 2026, and the home comes with almost all of its furniture included. A full list of included furniture is available upon request. Although Ballantrae offers peace and tranquility, every amenity you could hope for is conveniently located just beyond the community’s gates. Costco and the soon-to-be-built Whole Foods Market are approximately 1.6 miles away, making everyday shopping quick and convenient. For an active lifestyle, Sarasota Sports Club is less than one mile from home and offers a variety of membership options, including an Unlimited Membership with unlimited use of tennis, fitness, and swimming, as well as Social or Athletic Memberships that include unlimited fitness and swimming, with pay-as-you-go tennis available. The YMCA at Palmer Ranch is about 1.5 miles away and offers personal training and a wide range of group fitness classes. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate being less than two miles from TPC Prestancia, a premier private golf club, while pickleball players will enjoy the six lighted courts at Potter Park, located just 2.4 miles away. The quartz-white sands of world-renowned Siesta Key Beach are just 3.8 miles away, while live theater, opera, and fine dining await in vibrant downtown Sarasota, only eight miles from Ballantrae. Adding even more excitement to the area, Sarasota Square Mall is currently being transformed into a 96-acre open-air mixed-use lifestyle center, bringing new dining, shopping, and entertainment options for residents to enjoy. If this sounds like your Florida lifestyle, do not miss the opportunity to make this insanely well-priced home yours today.