5617 MONTE ROSSO Road Beautifully Maintained Sarasota Villa | Furnished or Unfurnished | Pet Friendly! **Your home, your way! This meticulously maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa, 2-car garage in Riviera Club Village offers comfort, privacy, and convenience. Available furnished or unfurnished at the same price! The landlord also offers flexibility with 12 month to 15 month lease terms. Enter through a private courtyard surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Inside, vaulted ceilings, a skylight, and abundant natural light create a bright, airy atmosphere. The split floor plan offers two generously sized bedrooms, each spacious enough for a king-size bed and office area. Enjoy plantation shutters, stone bathroom countertops, a primary walk-in closet, and walk-in shower. **No carpet anywhere **Love outdoor living This charming 1, 089-square-foot Villa lives large with two inviting outdoor living spaces-- feels like a large house. Relax or entertain on the screened lanai overlooking beautiful tropical landscaping, or enjoy morning coffee on your additional open-air patio. **Beautifully cared for Pride of ownership shines throughout with a brand-new washer and dryer, barely used oven, smart thermostat, A/C condenser replaced in 2023, and roof replaced in 2020. The attached 2-car garage, additional driveway parking, and nearby guest parking provide plenty of convenience. **Location is everything Enjoy a peaceful, all-ages community just minutes from Sarasota's best shopping, dining, and recreation. Longwood Park is approximately a five-minute walk away, offering six pickleball courts, two tennis courts, basketball, baseball, a playground, and community center. University Town Center is just five minutes by car, with Nathan Benderson Park, SRQ Airport, and I-75 nearby. Siesta Key Beach is approximately 30 minutes away. **Pet friendly Two pets up to 25 pounds each allowed. Cats and Small Dogs. **First, last, and security due at move-in. Electric, water, and cable/internet are separate from rent. Trash, recycling, and landscaping are included. **Schedule your private or video showing today!