Located in South-West Section Colony Cove, ELLENTON FL; a 55+, large dog/golf cart friendly, resort lifestyle community. Homes are on leased lots; park approval required. If you love gorgeous sunsets over the water and dolphins/manatees frolicking right in front of your home, then you just found your dream home! BEST PRICE for this spectacular location (water view of Manatee River/Canal) without the premium lot rent! VIDEO WALK THRU TOUR available. Move-in ready home is available upon park approval for a quick move in! For your convenience a 4 Pt Insurance Inspection completed 02/25 is provided that covers the next 4 items: ~ROOF: Long life metal, Elastomeric coated 2023 ~HVAC: 2023 Mini Split Air Conditioner/Heat; 3 zones and two condensers (no ducts!) ~PLUMBING: 2023 replumbed CPVC and new Water Heater ~ELECTRIC: 2023 Breaker panel, 125 amp, copper wiring ~~FEATURES/UPDATES: ~1152 under air and 1392 SF total inside living area PLUS extra outdoor living spaces ~LOCATION: Quiet low traffic street at the entrance of Picnic Island (water preserve, dog park plus picnic park). Walking distance to 1 of 6 heated pools in the park! ~BONUS ROOM: Water tight Florida Room that can be flexibly used for sunset and wildlife watching, hobby room or even over night guests. 2024 acrylic (non-shattering & impact resistive) slide-by. Windows ~FLOORS: 2024 subfloors and luxury vinyl plank ~VAPOR BARRIER: New in 2024 ~DOORS: New entry doors plus glass sliders that have built-in fingertip blinds. ~PATIO: Covered concrete patio facing the water ~TWO SHEDS: 6 x 8 under the carport (washer/dryer hookups) AND another 10 x 10 stand alone lumber built shed as seen in the pictures. ~CARPORT/DRIVEWAY: Parking for 4 vehicles plus an outdoor seating/grilling area. ~ENTRANCES: Front lanai and carport sliding glass door ~OFFERED: Mostly furnished and decorated throughout in hues of water, sand and sunsets for that beach vibe! ~~ROOM DESCRIPTIONS: ~LIVING ROOM/LANAI: Large open concept living space with plenty of natural light that has 2 sets of sliding glass doors to the lanai for views of the water from every seat! The lanai (10 X 24) faces the canal where you can enjoy gorgeous sunsets and a multitude of wildlife at play. ~KITCHEN/DINING: newly updated shaker style cabinetry that are painted in hues of blue water, a large peninsula for casual dining or extra prep space. There is tons of storage in the 2 large pantries and closet. ~2 LARGE BEDROOMS/2 FULL BATHROOMS: -OWNERS BEDROOM SUITE ~ Features ensuite bath, reach-in closet, double sink vanity, large newer step-in shower surround with sliding glass doors plus newer commode. The owners bedroom suite is large enough for king size furniture. -GUEST BEDROOM/GUEST BATH: The guest bedroom is a generous full sized room with a full wall closet. The full size hall bath is just a few steps away with a step-in shower; easy access from living areas and guest bedroom. The monthly lot rent of approx ~$1152 (market rate TBD by community; subject to change) covers all of the amenities of the park. It also includes almost all other typical monthly expenses such as trash pickup, water/sewer, recycling, all property taxes plus lawn maintenance. ~~ Florida MH Sales, LLC cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information, measurements or condition of any property. Measurements are approximate. OTHER AMENITIES: ~9 community buildings includes 4 meeting halls ~6 community pools ~2 fitness centers ~Over 20 ponds/lakes/inlets ~Marina on the Manatee River: 75 slips/boat trailer storage ($) ~Fishing pier, outdoor pavilion, fireplace ~Dog Park split big/little pups. 2 pets permitted; 75 lbs with breed restrictions ~2 Nature Preserves: Micro-forest 1.5 acres with walking trails plus canals off river for kayaking ~Billiards Room ~Woodworkers Shop ~Arts/Crafts, game/card rooms ~Libraries ~Pickle-ball, tennis, shuffle, horseshoe courts ~45+ miles of roadways for walking/riding ~24/7 roving courtesy patrol ~Golf cart access to shopping NEARBY: 7 miles of sugar sand beaches at Anna Maria Island!