Under contract-accepting backup offers. Meticulously cared for 2 Bedroom Plus Den villa with lakefront views and numerous upgrades await the new owner of this charming, meticulously cared for villa in the sought after 55+ community of Lakeshore Village. Located on a premium lot on the Cormorant Lake, this end unit is light and bright with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings and skylights all contributing to the natural lighting effect. The living/dining room area feeds into an upgraded air-conditioned lanai with tile floors, made level with the living area. Sliders can be closed off creating a Summer room or left open for a more expansive living area. However, if your goal is to allow nature in, one can simply open the exterior sliding doors and slide the screens in its place. The remodeled kitchen features wood cabinetry, quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Part of the same remodel is a sizeable breakfast room with lots of built-in storage cabinets, matching countertops, and all with a beautiful lakefront view. The primary bedroom, which features a large walk-in closet, overlooks the lake and has sliders leading to the lanai. The primary and guest bathrooms have recently undergone a must-see remodel, each with beautiful wood cabinetry, marble countertops and a walk-in shower. A second bedroom for guests and a spacious den with a built-in wall unit ideal for a home office complete the picture. Pride of ownership can be seen from the raised panel doors throughout, upgraded ceiling fans, glass bi-fold doors, and a garage that has been upgraded to include an epoxy floor, storage cabinets, and metal attic stairs. For peace of mind, this villa features hurricane impact windows, electric roll down hurricane shutters in the lanai and a reinforced garage door and a spacious den with a built-in wall unit ideal for a home office, or add a sofa sleeper for additional overnight guests complete the picture. If you are a snowbird or just enjoy traveling, the care-free lifestyle and maintenance free living is sure to please. Community amenities include a heated saltwater pool, tennis courts, pickle ball with new courts expected to be built in 2024, fishing, horseshoe pits, a book exchange library and a recreation center with a host of individual and group activities, all in a pet free environment. Pristinely maintained, Lakeshore Village is centrally located within 12-20 minutes of Siesta Beach, I75, downtown Sarasota and University Town Center.
