Prime opportunity to live in this updated Villa in Cypress Strand of Tara Preserve close to all that Lakewood Ranch has to offer. This spacious first floor end unit has 2 Bedrooms/2 Baths, a one car attached garage, and a large screened lanai overlooking trees and a pond with a private view. The kitchen, featuring stunning newer top quality granite countertops, flows openly into the living room/dining room and has an eat-in space. The main living areas are adorned with light neutral tiles, creating a bright space that is easy to maintain. Soaring ceilings add to the spacious expansive feeling. Cypress Strand is a maintenance free community conveniently located near all that Lakewood Ranch has to offer, with an easy commute via I-75. This condominium community boasts a pool, clubhouse, and tennis/pickleball courts right at the end of your street, as well having access to all the incredible shared amenities that Tara Preserve provides, including the well-appointed clubhouse with pool, tennis & pickleball. In addition to exterior maintenance and grounds maintenance, cable and internet are included. There is also ample guest parking right outside your unit. Just minutes from several beautiful beaches, including Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach, Lido Key, and Siesta Key, as well as superb shopping at UTC, St. Armand’s Circle, Downtown Sarasota or any of the other nearby local shopping centers. Plus the dining opportunities are vast, from waterfront Tiki dining or gourmet fine dining. Here is your chance to move right in and enjoy all that Florida has to offer!