Welcome to this beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom (TURNKEY NEGOTIABLE) villa nestled in the charming Woodside Village East community. Offering 1,494 sq. ft. of comfortable living space, it is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat among the live oaks of Old Florida. Boasting the Gulf Gate shops and restaurants, with the coveted Siesta Key Beach and the quieter Turtle Beach only a few miles away.  Just minutes away, heading north is St. Armands Circle, Lido Beach, downtown Sarasota, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall,  Marie Selby Botantical Gardens, and much more. Step inside to discover an inviting open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light from clerestory windows,  and a beautifully enclosed Florida room with energy-saving honeycomb shades. The updated kitchen boasts granite
countertops, ample cabinet space, modern appliances, and a designated cozy
dining area. The generously sized master suite features its own clerestory windows, a walk-in closet, an en-suite bath with two sinks, and a modern tiled walk-in shower with glass doors.  The spare bedroom features a large walk-in closet with an updated full bath directly across the hall.  Additional highlights include an in-unit laundry room with added cabinetry. There’s plenty of storage inside and out, covered parking, and a 100’ long driveway, making this villa the most private space within the WVE community. UPGRADE: a generous patio, added in 2023, surrounded by landscape plantings, is perfect for morning coffee and afternoon wine. Woodside Village East is a quiet, maintenance-free community with a large heated community pool and tennis/pickleball courts.  Don’t miss this opportunity to own a quiet slice of Old Florida in vibrant SARASOTA! Schedule your private showing today.