400 LAUREL LAKE DRIVE UNIT 104

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Now is your chance to call this rarely available, FIRST FLOOR, BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED condo (over $53,000 in recent improvements) your new Venice home! This maintenance free condo comes furnished for the buyer's convenience, has peaceful water views and is in the highly desirable, friendly and very social Waterside Village community. Inviting and immaculate, it offers 2 roomy bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, is stunning and truly move in ready. You will love the recent upgrades which include a brand-new AC (May 2024), elegant Italian porcelain and luxury plank flooring, gleaming granite kitchen countertops, a Vertiglide custom designed window treatment and new, hurricane impact windows, for peace of mind. Relax in paradise in the air-conditioned Florida room, which you can enjoy year-round, savoring the water views - so tranquil and a wonderful place to entertain, relax or bird watch. The spacious great room is light and bright and leads to the patio, extending your living area and is another place to enjoy the relaxing lake view and the fabulous Florida weather. The smartly designed kitchen features lovely granite countertops, newer stainless-steel appliances, designer faucet and Blanco farm sink, a large breakfast bar, pantry, a built-in desk and a cheerful breakfast nook. Drift off to sleep in the primary suite which overlooks the shimmering lake, has a walk-in closet and access to the outside patio. The ensuite bathroom has also been updated with new cabinets, lighting and faucets and offers dual sinks and walk-in shower with newly installed seamless shower door. Guests will feel right at home in the 2nd bedroom, which is sunny, private and roomy and has its own bathroom. There is plenty of storage space thanks to the extra storage area, great for your beach toys and bikes and the condo has an interior laundry room with built in shelving which is a plus. Condo has a newer roof (2017), owners have a designated car port and there are many guest parking spots. Waterside Village is a very popular community, thanks to its ideal location, many social activities and amazing amenities to include 3 heated, community pools, clubhouse, pickleball/tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, poker/Euchre/Mexican Train, book club, fitness classes and luncheons. The low condo fee covers so much: roof replacement, exterior painting, all landscaping, water, sewer, trash, cable, pest control and building insurance. Waterside Village is in the perfect location - less than 4 miles to historic Venice Island with its stunning Gulf beaches, many restaurants and shops and also close to grocery stores, banks, the new Sarasota Memorial hospital and I-75. Schedule a private showing today and make this fabulous condo yours - perfect year-round or as a winter escape. Must own condo 2 years before you can lease. Be sure to check out the video.