547 Lakeside Drive

Move in ready, this easy access, 1st floor, 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo has been tastefully updated and is nestled in the coveted Wildewood Springs community, an 88-acre Audubon bird and wildlife sanctuary, surround yourself with old Florida: a tropical oasis of live oaks, swaying palms, flowering trees and gardens, lush mature landscaping amongst winding roads hugging peaceful ponds. ~  As you enter this home, the well-equipped, updated KITCHEN is to your left, FEATURING:  New Stainless Appliances: Refrigerator, Range (features ‘Air Fryer’ mode) Dishwasher & Microwave (all Dec 2022), Disposal 10/20, Rechargeable under cabinet lighting and updated ceiling lights, a Custom breakfast bar in Kitchen, with additional upper/lower cabinetry & stools. and a pass through for entertaining. ~ A convenient Laundry closet has a Larger stackable Washer/Dryer. Hot water tank (2016) features a water alarm for additional peace of mind. ~ To the right is a spacious GUEST bedroom featuring a private ensuite bathroom with new tile & vanity and large double closet. ~ the GREAT ROOM offers plenty of natural light through the dining/living spaces with open access to the air conditioned Sunroom. This well protected room runs the width of the condo, offering an air-conditioned storage unit or workshop space with doored access to the tropical grounds beckoning outside ~ The oversized MASTER bedroom features 3 wall closets, ensuite bath with New tile and Vanity and a mounted 48” Vizio flat screen TV!  Sliding doors open up to the sun room  ~ IMPROVEMENTS:  Motorized & permitted ‘Energy Efficient’ Hurricane shutters (2014), WI FI Thermostat, Water Purifying System w Dispenser,  Goodman Pancake AC Handler with UV Light (2014), New Subscription Security System, Battery operated Carbon Detector, Hot Water Tank 2016. ~ AMENITIES: 7 Heated Pools including a 50yard Lap Pool, and 7 Hot Tubs. 4 pickle ball courts, 4 hard surface tennis courts and kayak storage. Managed by a phenomenal HOA with healthy reserves. This well planned community offers plenty of active entertainment and there are public and semi-private golf courses within a short distance of Wildewood Springs.  ~ CONDO FEE INCLUDES: Full-time manager, office staff and night-time security on-site. Digital Cable w/ two cable boxes, Internet w/ Wi-Fi Router, in all resident use areas. Exterior building maintenance, Water, Sewer, Trash and Pest Control. Owners are ONLY responsible for their electricity bill! ~ RENTALS: are allowed after two years of ownership. PETS: Two pets are permitted up to 25 pounds each.  No AGE RESTRICTIONS ~ LOCATION: close to rich cultural attractions of Sarasota: Ringling Museum, Asolo Rep Theater, St Armands Circle & IMG Academies. Also convenient to Publix, shopping, dining, banks, movie theaters and minutes to: SRQ airport, GT Bray park, Cortez Fishing Village and Anna Maria Island where you will find some of the world's most beautiful Beaches! Enjoy a nice walk, jog or bike along the shaded trails in a serene natural setting. Your Florida paradise awaits  ~  Sellers offering $3000 FLOORING CREDIT.