5019 VILLAGE GARDENS DRIVE #31, Sarasota, FL, 34234

Charming 2 bedroom/2 full bath villa style condominium in lush tropical "Old Florida" setting with palm trees, hibiscus, bird of paradise and orchids! The kitchen features a gas stove, newer kitchen faucet, ceiling fan, canned lighting, lots of cabinets and a pass through to the dining area; living room/dining area with newer lighting, newer flooring, includes blinds and window valances; large master bedroom with newer lighting/ceiling fan, new flooring, full wall closet and master bath, and sliding doors to the glassed in lanai. The very private lanai is freshly painted & has new lighting/ceiling fan & gleaming tiled floor, and backs to a small patio & palm trees. Light bright guest bedroom has new flooring, new ceiling fan and walk-in closet. In-suite laundry with a newer GE washer. Need storage? There is an attic plus an attached outdoor storage shed. A/C is approximately 10 yrs old. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Village Gardens features a tennis court that doubles as a pickle ball ct, two shuffle boards, a heated pool with a ramada & 2 gas grills, great for picnics! The clubhouse features: a kitchen, library, pool table, and the property manager's office. There is also a drive-in recycling area, and a place where you can wash your car. Village Gardens is within minutes of commerce and culture: 10 minutes to downtown Sarasota, 10 minutes to Towne Center Mall, Restaurants, Nathan Benderson Park, and more.