$440,000 220 BABBLING BROOK RUN, BRADENTON, FL 34212

This waterfront 2- bedroom 2 bath Villa plus den is a place where you can truly unwind and appreciate the beauty of life without the usual worries of home maintenance. The HOA fee includes exterior painting every 5 years, roof repairs, landscaping, irrigation, and a Social Membership to River Strand Golf and Country Club. The superb location features a sparkling water view and provides glorious evening sunsets. You can fire up your grill on the extended, screened lanai while entertaining guests. Here are some things that will simply life in this home: A NEW A/C Nov. 2023, NEW refrigerator May 2024, NEW dishwasher Feb. 2024, NEW kitchen faucet Jan. 2024, NEW garage door opener Aug. 2023. In addition to the new appliances the kitchen has been updated with recessed lighting, under cabinet lighting and the sink has a reverse osmosis water purification system. As a precaution the Seller improved the three roof vents with new layment and had them sealed to prevent any water intrusion. The primary bedroom features an ensuite bath and the second bedroom is adjacent to a full bath. The floors are easy to clean tile and laminate. The amenities are a big part of the attraction in River Strand. Monthly activities include Bingo, Karaoke, Name that Tune, and Trivia. The Tiki Bar has live entertainment and there are premiere events held throughout the year in the Clubhouse with top entertainers. There’s dining for all palates from wings and burgers to steak and seafood. Find your place in the sun with 2 resort-style pools and 6 satellite pools located throughout the community. Racquet sports enthusiasts will appreciate the 8 pickleball courts and 9 har-tru tennis courts. Golf is available to Social members on the 27-hole golf course on a pay as you play basis. No need to travel far for shopping. There's ongoing construction of the Marketplace right in River Strand’s backyard with the existing Costco, Aldi and Target, Hobby Lobby, Whole Foods and more are in the works. Heritage Harbour has an Urgent Care Center and there are several medical facilities and hospitals nearby by as well. Situated beween Lakewood Ranch to the East and Bradenton to the West, you won't have far to travel to find museums, libraries, sports parks, farmers markets, and an abundance of shops, hotels and dining establishments. The international airports in Sarasota, St. Pete and Tampa make traveling a breeze. Beach lovers have their choice with Manatee Beach on Anna Maria Island, Bradenton Beach, Coquina and Lido Beach as the world famous Siesta Key Beach. This is a great opportunity for those who appreciate a conveient location and a social lifestyle.