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: FABULOUS 20X20 great room with new flooring, 12 ft vaulted ceiling and lots of glass for peaceful views, and sliding doors to newer Paver patio that spans the rear of the home; 17x13 eat-in kitchen and dinette with pantry, new cabinets, new quartz countertops, newer stainless appliances, and newer flooring; new roof in 2015 (roof replacements are paid for by the association); new Trane A/C in 2017; newer concrete driveway. Main bedroom en-suit and LARGE walk-in closet. 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.