This completely updated villa located on a canopy road in the meadows has everything you're looking for to live that carefree florida lifestyle you deserve. From the gorgeous, completely opened up kitchen, to the spa like bathrooms to the pice de rsistance that view you and your guests will be simultaneously thrilled and relaxed every time you come into this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom maintenance free home. The impact windows and sliders allow for plentiful natural light, and the gorgeous enclosed sunroom is the most beautiful space for dining, working, snuggling up with a book, or birdwatching at the adjacent pond. In addition to being updated, there are true upgrades that you'll enjoy throughout the cheerful and sunlit home. ** the heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, which features a ge cafe induction stove and double oven, a ge profile french door refrigerator, a bosch(shhh) dishwasher, and elegant quartz countertops, and real wood cabinets with pull out drawers in the pantry. The kitchen was completely opened up, so the floorplan is open, airy, and bright with views of the water and golf course, and access to an open air side patio for grilling. **the primary suite has two layers of window treatments including blackout shades, a large california closet walk in closet, jute flooring, and a gorgeously updated bathroom. The 2nd bedroom features a normal closet plus a custom california closet wall unit with loads of additional storage, and the 3rd bedroom/office has a unique california closet that is a perfect set up for working remotely and creative pursuits. The laundry room is inside the villa, in its own room you don't need to walk through, and the private 2 car garage adds to that "lock and leave" ability factor and truly fits 2 cars... And then some. Additional updates include surge protectors, california closets, newer flooring in bedrooms, and newer appliances. The sliders are tinted and there are additional roll down shades for added privacy and light diffusion, and there are elegant plantation shutters on the front and side windows. ** this home is high and dry. If you ever do decide to leave this haven, you'll enjoy the hadfield greene pool and living in the meadows, which has so much to offer 3 golf courses, pickleball, a tennis complex that has its own restaurant, a lap pool, shaded walking trails, a fitness center, and a clubhouse that offers various cultural and social activities. ** and if you want to venture out even further (but not too far), university town center (utc), cooper creek, and benderson park are just a short drive enjoy shopping, dining (so many options! ), exercising (especially if you're into rowing or dragon boat racing! ), or cultural events within minutes. The brand new mote marine aquarium is slated to open by the end of this year, adding to the draw of this area that is convenient, yet tucked away on peaceful canopy roads. Downtown sarasota is just a short drive, as is srq airport for you jetsetters and snowbirds. **this is a special home worth seeing in person, so schedule your showing today!