Looking for big value in a low-maintenance home? Look no further! This bright and cheerful villa has everything you need in a picturesque location that's convenient to almost everything. It features a split floor plan, offering maximum privacy for you and your guests. Entertaining is easy here. The eat-in kitchen, dining area, and living room flow seamlessly together- providing comfort and convenience for everyone. You and your guests will also love spending time on the lanai, enjoying the tranquil lake view with its many trees and mature landscaping. The home's master bedroom has its own access to the lanai- perfect for slipping outside with a cup of coffee on quiet mornings. The master bedroom also has a walk-in closet and updated ensuite. The handy indoor laundry room has a utility tub and cabinets with plenty of storage. Home updates include neutral 24x12 tile in the kitchen & baths, new vanities & fixtures, and more. The Garden Lakes neighborhood is a friendly and vibrant 55+ gated community with a recently renovated clubhouse, heated community pool, tennis courts, pickleball, shuffleboard, fitness center, & more. There’s plenty of room for picnics and socializing beneath the towering oaks by the clubhouse and activity area. The clubhouse features a full kitchen, dining room, dance floor, card room, billiards, library, and lots of planned activities for neighbors to get together and make new friends. The neighborhood is maintenance-free, so you won’t be spending your time on chores like lawn care, exterior painting, etc. Instead, you’ll appreciate being able to kick back and relax- or socializing to your heart’s content. Walk the winding trails while enjoying shady trees, peaceful lakes, and lush landscaping all around. Friendly neighbors can be seen biking, walking, and enjoying the beauty of natural surroundings. Besides exterior maintenance (except roof), the reasonable community fees include irrigation, cable & internet, lawn care, recreation facilities, security gate, and more. Garden Lakes feels private and tucked away, yet it's close to shopping, restaurants, and medical facilities. There’s golfing nearby, and it's only about 13 miles to the beautiful, sugar-sand Gulf beaches. University Town Center’s shopping and entertainment is about 15 minutes away. The neighborhood's convenient to I-75, Sarasota, and all the fabulous cultural & natural amenities that our area has to offer. Come see this lovely home before it's gone!