Rarely available 3-bedroom, 2-bath, Florida room, 1,738 sq. ft. stand-alone villa situated on sought-after canal leading to Sarasota Bay. This Mount Vernon home lives like a single-family home with the benefits of 55+ community living. Roof replaced in 2023, A/C in 2020, hurricane windows/slider in 2012. Dock your boat in an assigned slip within the community for the low annual fee of $25.00. Conveniently located near this home is the ‘Boat Club’ with on-land storage space for your convenience. You’ll want to be part of this club! The home was recently set up as a luxury waterfront rental, but family circumstances changed so it is now available for turn-key purchase with everything you need to make this home yours or it is completely stocked and could be used as a short-term rental (3-month minimum). The home has never been rented, owners have lovingly maintained this hidden gem. Expansive covered parking and driveway lead to a large storage space and the home’s entry. Plenty of room under roof for your golf cart, bikes or simply storage. Untouched by the recent weather the front of the home faces west with living areas and Florida Room facing east. The perfectly designed Chef’s kitchen with a convenient breakfast bar offers a large pantry, coffee bar area, opening to the large dining/living space and offers stunning views. The Primary bedroom ensuite is at the back of the home with large windows and amazing canal views, updated bathroom with shower. Two additional bedrooms and a bath toward the front of the home for your many visitors from the north. Spend endless hours watching the boaters, manatee and dolphins from your paver patio just outside the homes expansive living areas while enjoying morning coffee or an evening beverage. The Mount Vernon community offers more than most, boasting a wide array of features including: Sports activities (Pickleball, tennis, bocce ball, shuffleboard, ping-pong, billiards & putting green), kayak storage and launch, workshop, heated pool, spa & sauna, walking trails, park, social activities and so much more. Included in Mount Vernon dues are water, trash/recycle, pest control, cable, internet, exterior maintenance, landscape maintenance, insurance. All of this is located within minutes of some of Florida’s best beaches, shopping, dining. Isn’t it time to treat yourself to relaxation and revitalization?