3647 COLLINS STREET 1227 Welcome to Village Green, an established-quaint well maintained Over 55 community in the heart of Sarasota. Neutral colors and an open inviting floor plan are in this spacious Villa with a carport that can be converted into a garage-with HOA approval(most have been done) Sliding glass doors open off the breakfast room-perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee, allowing light and the outdoors in. The Kitchen has newer Stainless Steel Appliances and quartz countertops with a breakfast bar. The beautiful quartz carries through to both bathrooms with updated vanities and provides a luxurious feel. The Luxury Vinyl Flooring throughout sets off the perfect balance of colors in the interior and makes it easier to maintain. The dining room has a picture window view also viewing the beautiful park-like setting outside. The Laundry room has front load Washer/Dryer on risers and provides plenty of storage. It even has it's own sidewalk trail for exercise and the pool is heated to 85 comfortable degrees allowing for year round swimming. No need to worry about landscaping, pool facilities or exterior painting of your villa as it is all included in the reasonable maintenance fee as well as basic cable TV and exterior building insurance. Village Green is a small community and has a excellent board and management. For the bike lovers Sarasota County the Legacy Bike trail will be accessible less than a mile away when completed and will extend from downtown Sarasota to Venice. Village Green is ideally situated and only minutes from all of your shopping needs, fine restaurants and nearby golf courses. Village Green residents can purchase a Social Membership at Village Green Golf Course; Golf Memberships are also available. Just a few minutes to the UTC Mall & surrounding restaurants & shops, Benderson Park & Rowing Facility, and a short drive to the vibrant downtown Sarasota with abundant dining options, theatre, galleries & the beautiful Bayfront area. Approximately 20 minutes to the #1 beach in the country, world renown Siesta Key with it's soft powdery sand. It would make a perfect winter retreat from the chilly northern winters but also works well as a full time residence. Make the move and start enjoying the Florida lifestyle you deserve! NEWER A/C that runs with heat pump.