LAKE VIEWS ARE PICTURESQUE! Enjoy jumping mullet, diving pelicans, and soaring Osprey. Situated on peninsula cul-de-sac of desirable Lexington Circle in Mt Vernon on Sarasota Bay this lake front villa offers you a great value in causal coastal living. You’ll appreciate the convenience of single level living with a private attached carport, outdoor secure storage, wide driveway and an extended glass enclosed air conditioned lanai. The interior offers an open concept floor plan with bedrooms at opposite sides providing owners and guests privacy. The foyer, kitchen and bathrooms have tile flooring while there is plush carpeting everywhere else. The fully equipped kitchen features plenty of counter space to prepare meals and an array of storage options with banks of drawers, cabinets, Lazy Susan, and a closet pantry. There’s also a handy breakfast bar for a causal meal. The living-dining room combination features chair-railing and wainscoting. It opens to the lanai through a wall of sliding glass doors for an additional entertaining area. The spacious primary bedroom holds a king size suite of furniture and features a bay window alcove with water view; walk in closet with pull down attic stairs; and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and safety bars; plus an updated vanity, lighting and fixtures. The secondary bathroom has a tub/shower combination with safety bars and an updated vanity. This villa has been lovingly care for throughout the years. Schedule your showing now and please pardon all the boxes! Other notable upgrades include: 2019 Rheem water heater; carport epoxy floor coating; Anderson storm door with retractable screen; enclosure across the back of carport; gutters and downspouts. If you are a boater there are available boat docks for a one time $25 fee. See attached manual for more information. Special note: Owners can install: a full length patio 27 feet across and a retractable awning across the back of the villa and pavers across the back of the carport 10 feet across for additional outdoor space. COMMUNITY FEATURES: remodeled clubhouse with banquet room, billiards, ping-pong, library & game room, lakeside veranda; boat docks; heated pool; tennis & pickleball courts; shuffleboard courts; spa; sauna; workshop & woodshop; 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; and SO MUCH MORE! Mt Vernon is amenity rich and maintenance free offering an unparalleled lifestyle and great value. Have it all just minutes by car, boat and bike from Anna Maria Island’s sugar white sandy beaches, unique shops, and delicious dining. Start living like you're on vacation. The Mt Vernon Lifestyle knows no limits! Dues include: water; sewer; trash; recycle; pest control inside & outside; cable 200 channels with 1 HD box; internet at speed of 100 with router; exterior maintenance repairs & replacement including, roof, fascia, soffit; landscape maintenance; amenities galore; and more. WELCOME HOME :)