5629 Garden Lakes Dr, Bradenton, FL 34203

New lower price! Live every day like you are on vacation in this open-concept two-bedroom villa. The tall ceilings and a large peninsula in the kitchen make the area feel exceptionally spacious. The kitchen was recently updated with lovely white shaker-style cabinets, quartz counters, and stainless appliances. The breakfast bar can comfortably seat five people, so your family and friends can hang out while you prep the meal. You get lots of natural light from the large Florida room that runs the width of the living room and looks out onto a pleasant green space; it is a perfect place to start your morning or entertain friends. The unit was updated with lovely 12 x 24 tiles, providing a cohesive, neutral style. Both the Master ensuite bathroom and the Guest bathroom were updated with the same style white shaker-style cabinets with dark quartz counters. The master bedroom is quite large and could easily hold a king-size bed. The villa has a closet laundry equipped with a washer and dryer. This maintenance-free villa is situated in a 55+ community and has reasonable fees, including cable, internet, exterior painting, irrigation and lawn care, and professional management. There is plenty to do in the community, too! It is just a short walk to the oversized, heated community pool, tennis & pickleball courts, shuffleboard, exercise room, and the recently updated clubhouse. The clubhouse includes a full kitchen- great for hosting a party; dining area, library, meeting room, dance floor, and many planned activities. You can enjoy walking trails in the neighborhood beneath lovely oak trees and tropical foliage. Multiple lakes throughout the community provide scenic views of turtles, birds, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. This gated neighborhood is just a minute or two from all living and vacation amenities, including shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and medical facilities. It is just 15 minutes to the UTC mall and an easy drive to the beaches!