This fully furnished 2bed/2bath villa is the one! A true hidden gem perfectly tucked in the center of Sarasota just minutes to downtown. Welcome to Tallywood, a 55+ community with majestic oak trees and lush foliage. Lots of social events, large heated community swimming pool, clubhouse, fitness area, and library are all perfect for meeting and mingling with your neighbors. Upon entering your private END unit villa you will be surrounded by gorgeous oak trees and birds in the pond. Once inside you will be delighted with vaulted ceilings and spacious open combination living/dining room floor plan perfect for entertaining. Easy to maintain tile floors flow throughout the entire living areas including the lanai overlooking the serene landscaping and pond. The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and features a quaint breakfast nook and private brick paved outdoor seating area with shared access from guest bedroom. Both bathrooms have updated granite with a stand alone shower in master and a combination tub/shower in the guest bathroom. For extra convenience there is inside laundry and to top it off you have your own carport with extra storage closet steps away from your front door. Move right in with beautiful furnishings and many turnkey items, make it your full or part time residence. Publix supermarket, gyms, and post office are a stones throw away and the UTC Mall shops and restaurants are only 5 miles away. Also within 5 miles is Nathan Benderson Park featuring walking and biking trails around the world famous rowing lake with lots of community events. All the happenings of downtown including arts and cultural events are 3 miles away and don't forget the world famous Siesta Key Beach, Lido Beach, and Saint Armands Circle! You couldn't ask for a better location!