One story end-unit villa/condominium located under a canopy of palm, pine and oak trees in a lush tropical Old Florida setting. With 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, 966 sf plus 124 sf enclosed lanai = 1,090 sf living area; features include a fabulous 23 X 13 great room with a vaulted ceiling and clerestory windows plus a dining area with a pass-through window to the kitchen. The main bedroom has en-suite bath, a full wall built-in closet, and sliding doors to a lanai overlooking a peaceful green space ... a great view to wake up to! The guest bedroom has a walk-in closet and a guest bath. There is a laundry closet, an attic and an attached outdoor storage locker; there are 2 parking spaces directly in front of the residence in the 400 sf 2 car carport. Hot water tank replaced in 2018; washing machine is 2 years old. Roof repairs & replacement are the responsibility of the Association. Two pets are allowed, max weight is limited to 40 lbs each. Amenities include a newly surfaced and retiled pool, with attached ramada and 2 gas grills plus tables/chairs; 2 shuffleboard courts; a tennis court that doubles as a pickleball court; the clubhouse is used for community meetings, entertainment, Friday happy hours and holiday celebrations, with a full kitchen for catering events; clubhouse also has a library, pool table, and on-site manager's office. There are two car-washing spaces located across from the pool; there is also a drive-through recycling area; a sprinkler system that uses recycled water; and a hose to put air in your tires; the community also has an in-ground drainage system. Room sizes are approximate. Village Gardens is a 6 minute drive to downtown Sarasota, and just a 10 minute drive to UTC Mall, Nathan Benderson Park/rowing facility, and more restaurants than you can count.