One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to your maintenance free dream home! Seize the opportunity to own this exceptional 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground floor unit that epitomizes Florida living. Located conveniently to: IMG Academy which offers a premier golf course open to the public, 3 miles to the bridge to cross over to Anna Maria Island for fun and pristine beaches, G.T. Bray Recreation Center is close by which is open to the public offering: pickleball, tennis, olympic size pool, fitness center, and group exercise classes, the popular UTC Mall area, many excellent local restaurants and downtown Sarasota all within about 15-30 minutes, Sarasota/Bradenton airport 6 miles away. This property ensures that you're close to everything that Sarasota and Bradenton have to offer. Don't miss out--this is your chance to embrace the Florida lifestyle in style! This unit offers a unique private, open patio which is perfect for basking in the sun, cultivating your garden and grilling out on the included Weber grill. This unit also offers a generously sized screened-in lanai accessible from the great room and primary bedroom. Just outside the lanai is a lush greenway with no rear neighbors. Your new home is merely steps away from the inviting heated community pool and jacuzzi, where an abundance of poolside lounge chairs awaits your relaxation. Inside, discover an interior designed for comfort and style, featuring beautiful 18" tiled floor laid in a captivating diagonal pattern. Fresh paint and new 6" baseboards add a touch of modern elegance throughout. The eat in kitchen is cheery and complete with white shaker cabinets. The stainless steel appliances include a professional stove, double door refrigerator with a convenient freezer below and icemaker, quiet dishwasher and above stove microwave. Enjoy an open, airy feeling with a kitchen pass-through, complete with a counter and two bar stools. The expansive living and dining areas follow an open floor plan, perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. This thoughtfully designed condo offers three sizeable bedrooms in a split floor plan. The primary bedroom has a slider leading to the lanai, a walk-in closet plus an additional large closet in the ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom boasts a substantial closet and a slider opening to the secluded private patio. The third bedroom, currently utilized as a den with a futon for extra guests, features a slider that opens to the peaceful patio. Convenience is key with an assigned, deeded, covered carport right outside your patio gate. Pet lovers, there's good news--bring your 100 pound dog along! As a ground floor unit, this home offers the advantage of accessibility without worrying about stairs. The Valencia complex is made up of 3 separate phases. Each phase has their own HOA, rules, costs, pool etc. This unit is situated in the newest phase of Valencia which is phase III. PHASE III DOES NOT HAVE ANY ASSESSMENT TO THEIR OWNERS. The community's lush, tropical grounds are meticulously maintained for a picturesque backdrop to your daily life. The HOA fee covers almost everything except your electric bill. The electrical panel has been updated and both bathrooms have undergone refreshing updates. This end unit is nearly turnkey, requiring only your living room furniture to complete the furnishings. Whether you're a snowbird or a year-round resident, this home invites you to move in and relish every moment. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...THIS IS IT!!!!