Searching for your own slice of Florida paradise? Welcome home to Cortez Villas...one of Bradenton's most popular Maintenance-Free and Pet-Friendly 55+ communities. This little gem offers a large Living Room and spacious Dining Area that sits just off the Kitchen. An additional Family Room offers the perfect space for streaming your favorite TV shows, relaxing with friends, or even creating a small home office area. Step out onto your back patio from your enclosed Lanai/Florida Room, a lovely area to entertain or enjoy a simple weekend BBQ. Additional perks include updated appliances (2020), Hurricane Windows installed throughout the home, HVAC system installed in 2019, and a large Interior Laundry Room with plenty of space for additional storage! Take a short stroll to the community pool...there are plenty of areas to lounge and relax in the gorgeous Florida sun. The Clubhouse has an active community events calendar and offers a small kitchen, library, large dining/ballroom area, 2 pool tables, and indoor restroom facilities. Located just minutes from Anna Maria Island and Bradenton's Spectacular Gulf Beaches, as well as popular local Shopping and Restaurants. Priced to sell quickly this charmer is priced to sell...call and schedule that showing today!