VILLAGE GARDENS, A HIDDEN GEM IN SARASOTA. IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY AND PRICED TO SELL. OPEN FLOOR PLAN VILLA, SITUATED ON A TRANQUIL CUL-DE-SAC and a lush tropical landscape and mature trees. Enter the two bedroom & two bath split plan home. On your left you will see the galley kitchen with gas range and service window to the dining/living room. As you enter the living room you will encounter the vaulted ceiling and the clerestory window. This brings much light to the room. Exit the living room through the glass sliding doors into the lanai. The screened lanai has a beautiful ceiling fan with light. You will enjoy dining and entertaining here with the relaxing views of the greenery in the well-maintained backyard. The main bedroom boasts a large built-in closet, glass sliding doors to exit into the lanai and an ensuite bathroom. The main bathroom boasts a walk-in shower and a window for extra light. You will find in the hallway between the rooms the guest bathroom with a shower tub, linen closet and the laundry area. Then enter the guest bedroom which is adorned with the crown molding. The guest bedroom also features a walk-in closet and two windows. The flooring is tile, laminate and carpet. By the side of the villa there is a double door storage unit for your convenience. The carport is covered with 2 spaces. There is no CDD. Village Gardens amenities feature pickleball, tennis and shuffleboard court, heated pool with new furniture, Ramada with grills and utility sink, clubhouse with fully equipped kitchen, library and billiard table, lots of guest parking spaces. In addition, there is a car wash area. The common road in the community has been coated recently. There is a manager in sight. The grounds, the exterior, the roof are all maintained by the HOA. Take part in the healthy social calendar activities and meet your neighbors/your new friends in Village Gardens. This community is very well-maintained and loved by the residents. Easy access to I-75 and just under 5 miles to Downtown Sarasota. St. Armand's and Lido Beach are about 15 minutes drive and on your way to the beach enjoy the Ringling Bridge. There are cultural and culinary venues close by, such as the Ringling Museum, UTC Mall and more. The North Water Park is just around the corner with walking trails, a playground and covered seating areas. Spend a few hours at the dreamy beach of Siesta Key with the Gulf of Mexico water. Live here all year round, have this villa as your vacation home, or as an investment property. Book your showing today.