Description: Lovely 2/2 villa/condominium, with approximately 1300 sf, located in a lush tropical old-Florida setting, located just 6 minutes from downtown Sarasota; Peaceful and very private one story end-unit maintenance-free condominium. Remodeled: Owner added approximately 100 sf by adding a lanai to a previously small living room to create a FABULOUS 20X20 great room with new flooring, 12 ft vaulted ceiling and lots of glass for peaceful views; sliding door to newer Paver patio that spans the rear of the home; the 13x17 kitchen and dinette were also remodeled, with a pantry, new cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and flooring; new roof in 2015 (roof replacements are paid for by the association); new Trane A/C in 2017; newer concrete driveway. Super storage available: there is an attic and an attached exterior shed on the side of the home. Amenities include a clubhouse, full kitchen, library, and manager's office; heated pool and a ramada with 2 gas grills & picnic tables; a tennis court that doubles as a pickleball court; and 2 shuffleboard courts; a drive-through recycle area; and there's even a place to wash your own car, free of charge! Village Gardens is a pet friendly community: maximum 2 pets can weigh up to 40 lbs each. Room sizes approximate. A very private retreat surrounded by nature yet within minutes of the commerce and culture of Sarasota.