Welcome to University Village a maintenance assisted gated community 5 miles from downtown Sarasota and 10 miles from Florida's Gulf Beaches. This Villa has a bright eastern exposure with great curb-appeal and manicured landscaping, brick paver driveway and screened-in front porch. This Anna Maria floorplan features two bedrooms, two baths, a den and two car garage. Upon entering you'll be greeted by a spacious foyer and a laundry room to the left. The kitchen is ideal for a chef, featuring a large center island, 42" cabinets, granite countertops, soft closed cabinets and drawers, stainless steel appliances and gas range. The generous living space showcases neutral plank tile, trey ceilings in the dining and living room and 8-foot doors and Plantation shutters throughout. The thoughtfully designed private split bedroom floor plan offers two spacious bedrooms. The Master suite has large double windows along with barn door entrance to large walk-in closets and bathroom. The Master bathroom has a walk-in shower and dual vanities. The second bathroom has its own full bath and linen closet. Large sliding glass doors open to an extended lanai with extra landscaping that provides additional privacy. Maintenance in this community includes lawn care and irrigation, exterior painting, internet, HD cable TV, community gathering room access, pool, spa and Dog Park. New to this area and in walking distance from University Village is a new park  opening soon, with two Pickle-Ball courts, Half-mile Fitness trail and Dog park. Conveniently located near museums, theaters, golf courses, beaches, the airport, and shopping.