4523 INDEPENDENCE DRIVE, Bradenton, FL 34210

ENJOY MAINTENANCE-FREE LIVING IN A STANDALONE FURNISHED VILLA WITH NO SHARED WALLS, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping & move-in ready. Beautifully remodeled villa boasts 2024 exterior paint, 2023 roof, private attached carport, charming bay window, secure storage, & paver patio. Experience the best of both worlds in THIS villa in THIS bay front community where it’s active & fun! STEP INSIDE THIS LOVELY VILLA, designed with an open concept for modern living. The split bedroom floor plan offers generously sized rooms & ample storage options. Throughout the villa, you’ll appreciate the gleaming high-end laminate floors with 5” baseboards, woven-wood shades, breezy ceiling fans, & designer paint. THE KITCHEN IS A JOY to cook in, featuring two-tone shaker-style wood cabinetry with soft-close, slide-out shelving, banks of drawers, a recycle center, & organizational features. Beautiful bamboo counters complement the tray ceiling with uplighting. A complete appliance suite, including a convection oven & new refrigerator, along with a new sink with a gooseneck faucet & a breakfast bar, make this kitchen both functional & stylish. Additional pantry space ensures you have all the storage you need. THE LARGE LIVING/DINING room combination offers flexibility for furniture placement, whether you’re enjoying a delicious meal, engaging in great conversation, or reading a good book. THE PRIMARY BEDROOM, currently utilized as a den & flex space for overnight guests, features a bay window overlooking the back garden. The updated ensuite bathroom includes a walk-in shower with safety bars, & the walk-in closet houses a laundry center. Pull-down attic stairs lead to a partially floored attic, providing endless storage options. THE SPACIOUS secondary bedroom, privately situated up front, boasts a full wall of closet space with organizers to maximize storage. The adjacent bathroom is tastefully updated with a pedestal sink, wall cabinetry, & a tub/shower combo. VILLA INCLUDES: concrete block construction, front & back door retractable screens, solar/privacy film, a 2019 water heater, a drip irrigation system for landscaping, & the inclusion of some small appliances & quality furnishings. Stylish track lighting, recessed lighting, gutters & downspouts, & 3rd nail-in roof wall connectors add to the list of desirable features. Cabinet & bedroom doors can be re-installed. COMMUNITY FEATURES: remodeled clubhouse with banquet room, billiards, ping-pong, library & game room, lakeside veranda; boat docks; heated pool; tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, & bocce ball; spa; sauna; workshop; chip & putting green; walking paths; butterfly garden; bay front park; kayak launch & storage; bayside pavilion; lakeside gazebo; bird sanctuary; tidal pond; many ponds & spacious grounds of nearly 90 acres teaming with wonderful Florida wildlife; plus many activities & socials! Have it all just minutes by car, boat & bike from Anna Maria Island’s sugar white sandy beaches, unique shops, & delicious dining. Start living like you’re on vacation. DUES COVER: water; sewer; trash; recycle; pest control; cable 200 channels with HD box; internet with router; exterior maintenance repairs/replacement; landscape maintenance. MAKE THIS VILLA YOUR HOME in paradise! Mt Vernon is a pet-free community, but service animals are welcome with proper documentation, ask for form. Don’t wait to renovate. Have it all now!