THIS ONE IS A STANDOUT. This beautifully RENOVATED home offers a RARE OPPORTUNITY to enjoy stylish, low maintenance living in a popular gated 55+ community in a GREAT LOCATION, situated close to shopping, I-75, UTC & downtown Sarasota/Bradenton. This spacious villa offers soaring ceilings, a flowing open floor plan, warm wood floors, and striking designer lighting, the interior feels both MODERN and WELCOMING. The EXPANSIVE KITCHEN is a true showstopper, featuring white painted wood cabinetry with pullouts, a large work island, counter seating, quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, and a beverage center with glass uppers and wine fridge. Newer stainless appliances include a refrigerator and microwave (2025), with additional appliances updated in 2021. NEUTRAL paint throughout, refreshed baths with updated vanities, lighting, commodes, and NO WALLPAPER, POPCORN CEILINGS or weird colors also makes this home completely MOVE IN READY, you can skip the mess and time it takes to renovate. A unique INTERIOR LAUNDRY room—accessible from the main living area—includes a washer and dryer (2021), a feature not commonly found in the community. MAJOR SYSTEMS have been UPDATED for peace of mind, including a new A/C and water heater (2025). Additional highlights include a Florida room with air conditioning, a private paver patio, an EXPANSIVE, PRIVATE rear grassy area, and lovely landscaping with paver front walkway. The garage features a utility sink, shelving, and an epoxy floor. Residents of Garden Lakes enjoy winding streets, mature trees, walking paths, and an active clubhouse with pool, kitchen, library, multi-pupose room, fitness, tennis, pickleball, and HOA fees at a fraction of similar communities. Many planned activities. Fees include cable tv with extended channels and streaming and internet. Designed for easy living and entertaining, this is a must see, all in a desireable, friendly community.