Welcome to beautiful Lakeridge Falls, a 55+ community that will certainly impress you from it's manicured landscaping to it's wonderful and spectacular amenities. A cascading waterfall greets you as you enter the community which serves as a prelude to the shimmering ponds that are numerous throughout. This beautiful 2 bedroom/2 bathroom plus den garden villa overlooks one of these ponds with a magnificent Magnolia tree gracing it's shore. Perfect for bird watching from the enclosed lanai. Although the rear southern exposure offers lot of light the villa has 2 tubular skylights, one in the great room and one in the 2nd guest bathroom which only enhances the feeling of brightness. The den has an alcove for a TV which allows room for a pull out couch. Ideal for a potential 3rd bedroom in a pinch. You will love the corner windows in the den and the French doors. Makes a great reading room or office with wood style laminate flooring. You will be sure to notice the designer flairs from the paint colors to the crown molding in all the rooms. Provides for a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen has been updated with all wood cabinets with practical pull out shelving and a tile back splash that accents the cabinets. Of course attractive granite counter tops were part of the upgrade. Breakfast bar is perfect for those quick meals while the great room offers plenty of room for a formal dining table and living area. Washer and dryer are inside which is always a plus. Water heater was replaced in 2018 and A/C in 2015. Water filtration system is a good thing! A storage closet in the garage hides all of your miscellaneous items leaving a garage that actually looks organized. The screened front porch is a desired feature with a bench to relax on. This lovely home is one thing now lets talk about the active community! It offers a variety of amenities including 24 hour security, a stunning clubhouse renovated in 2019 and a large heated community pool with spa. Clubhouse offers a ballroom with it's own kitchen as well as card rooms and billiards. A fabulous fitness center will keep you fit and bocce ball to boot. As it's name implies this is a community of lakes and mature tropical foliage throughout. Location is outstanding as part of the vibrant University Parkway corridor with plenty of shopping, fine restaurants nearby. UTC mall is a very short drive and there is easy access to downtown Sarasota and the best beaches of the country if not the world! Golf courses abound both private and public. Lakeridge Falls has it all so make this an opportunity to escape the chilly northern climes and hectic cities and start enjoying the fruits of the Florida lifestyle in an area that offers so much. Even better make it a full time residence and you will not regret it!