Your tranquil slice of Sarasota paradise awaits you.  This charming updated second floor 2 BR/ 2BA home in The Meadows community, boasts a magnificent view of the community pool from your balcony, and breathtaking views of the tropical landscaping while you sip your morning coffee. When the cool evening gulf breezes of winter blow your way, you can kick back and relax on your screened-in balcony and soak up the sun’s rays. As you enter the spacious great room, you will find gorgeous carpet, a beautiful glass-top coffee table and a large flat-screen TV along with a couch and chairs for your lounging pleasure. This room has a view of the balcony and is a fabulous retreat after a long, fun day at the beach.  The dining room table offers comfortable seating for 4, where everyone can enjoy their morning breakfast while taking in the backyard scenery through the large sliders. The cozy kitchen boasts white cabinetry and appliances including a refrigerator, oven, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, silverware & a dishwasher.  If you prefer to enjoy a meal al fresco on your screened-in balcony, feel free to gather on the outdoor patio table. The master bedroom features a large king-size bed with a dresser and nightstand, overlooking the beautiful outdoor landscape.  Your luxurious ensuite master bathroom boasts a large vanity and a walk-in shower. The guest bedroom hosts a queen-size bed with decorative bedding and a dresser. The guest bathroom includes a large sink and a tub/shower. This particular unit also offers a laundry room with a washer & dryer for your convenience. Your reservation may require you to fill out a Home Owners Association application that may request personal details. The Meadows Country Club offers seasonal memberships, which can be purchased directly from the clubhouse. There are four different membership packages to choose from. You are only a short ride away from all of the fantastic things that Sarasota has to offer.  Siesta Key Beach, only 10 minutes away, is well-known for its powdery white quartz sand and has been rated the #1 beach in the USA (#5 in the world by Travel Advisor) for several years.  Come and see for yourself, this rarely overcrowded beach that is a great find for couples wanting a romantic getaway.  Spend the day experiencing well-known St. Armand’s Circle which offers endless boutique shopping and dining experiences. Come enjoy an array of artistic events in Downtown Sarasota, such as the Sarasota Opera, the Sarasota Orchestra, ballet, theatre, the infamous Ringling Art Museum, Maria Selby Botanical Gardens, and Marina Jacks for boat tours.  If you love outdoor adventures, get lost amid the labyrinth of mangrove tunnels and explore their unique ecosystem aboard a rented kayak or stand-up paddleboard in South Lido Beach Park, or hike the Northern Nature Trail.  This area seamlessly combines the relaxed energy of a small beach town with cosmopolitan life, in this tropical getaway not to be missed! One visit to Sarasota and you will call this city your 'home away from home.'  This home sleeps 4 people. Sorry no pets, please.