Inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa offering the comfort of single-family living with the ease of a maintenance-free lifestyle. Thoughtfully designed and ideally positioned overlooking the water, this home features an extended glass-walled living space with peaceful lake and golf course views. A private gated courtyard, stone paver driveway and walkway, and two-car side-entry garage create a welcoming arrival. The bright and open layout is enhanced by 10-foot ceilings, crown molding, bay windows, plantation shutters, neutral finishes, and a combination of wood and tile flooring throughout. A spacious great room flows seamlessly into the eat-in kitchen, which offers 42-inch solid wood cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar to the dining area, and a built-in desk workspace. The primary suite features wood flooring, plantation shutters, sliding door to the lanai, and a private updated ensuite bath with dual sinks, floor-to-ceiling tiled walk-in shower with frameless glass and a linen closet. A well-appointed second bedroom providing comfortable accommodations for guests or a home office, complemented by a second full bathroom. Spacious laundry room with cabinetry, open shelving, newer washer & dryer and laundry tub. Being offered furnished (a few minor exclusions).Enjoy convenient access to the nearby community pool and all the amenities The Meadows has to offer. Golf, tennis, pickleball, lakes, walking trails, and mature landscaping. Ideally located just minutes from Benderson Park, UTC Mall, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, dining, shopping, and a short drive to Downtown Sarasota and the Gulf beaches. Delivering a well-balanced lifestyle in a highly desirable setting.