Look no further! You have come upon a very well-appointed home in the 55+ community of Paradise Bay. A boaters, outdoor enthusiasts & community friendly lifestyle is waiting for you! This "beachy vibe", turnkey home is tastefully furnished, remarkably clean, updated & one of the best values for everything that is included. Enter from your covered front porch into a generous size living room/family room with a comfy sofa bed, extra seating & a wall mounted flat screen t-v for relaxing gatherings. One step up brings you into a large eat in kitchen/dining area with seating for 6 or more. In addition the breakfast bar which conveniently overlooks the living room to join in the conversation can accommodate up to 4 barstools. Your "L" shaped kitchen has an abundance of storage, plenty of natural light, full size refrigerator & even a dishwasher. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with newer glass sliding doors, very well appointed along with a linen closet. You have a king size bed in the primary bedroom with ample room to walk around & dual closets. A "bay" type alcove currently stores a "hide a bed" for all the company that will be visiting you. This would also be a perfect spot for a dresser to be tucked out of the way. The guest bedroom is one step down which a queen bed & full-size dresser fit perfectly. This room also has a rear exit to the backyard seating area. Outside here, you have your private full-size laundry/water heater room. There is also a custom-made shed with a workshop with a jealousy window for ventilation. Plenty of space to store all your holiday decor & watersports necessities. Between the shed & home is kayak storage. Discretely hidden out of the way. Paradise Bay, as the locals know, is one of the favorite parks with close proximity to the beaches of Anna Maria Island. Great history here dating back to the Ringling Circus, who once occupied this popular park community, where the workers & performers had their winter quarters. There's more than just the history of this area that makes it so appealing. Sunsets like no other, just at the end of your street. A popular spot for the community to gather on their golf carts, swing in one of the covered gazebos or enjoy one of the park benches for a front row seat at the majestic Sarasota Bay. Make sure you keep your eye on the water as well, you may spot some dolphins & manatees swimming through. You'll see & hear an abundance of birds, may want to grab your binoculars! Boat ramps are for those residing in the park only. Boat slips are available to rent & there is also a storage area for those not wanting to keep their vessel in the water. Jet skis & kayaks are also a fun way to enjoy the bay. You are so close to everything, you'll feel like every day is a vacation day. Golf courses, shopping, fast food to 5 Star Restaurants, theater, comedy, museums, Mote Aquarium, Selby Gardens, 3 airports in under 45 minutes, Cruise Ports galore, So much to see & do. The serenity of this area is soothing to the senses & make it an ideal place to call home. New roof & 3 new zoned air conditioners. Also a dehumidifier which vents to outside. Perfect to turn a/c off when you are away for longer periods & it pulls moisture out of the air. Your home will always smell fresh even if it is closed for prolonged periods. Ingenious!