BRADENTON, FL 34203 5511 Fair Oaks STREET #5511

3/2 townhouse with one car garage, located in Plantation Gardens at Tara Golf & Country Club. Move in ready! The unit is upstairs looking over the lake, where morning coffee is a must on the lanai overlooking the water- watching for jumping tilapia, or the beautiful birds who hang out! Watch carefully you might just spot an alligator sunny along the banks. Always time for a round of golf, the golf membership is included with the equity of the property. Maybe you like pickleball, Tara G&CC are in planning stages to build a pickleball five courts, expected to be open spring of 2025. Add a dip in one of the pools; in either your community pool, located across the street from your townhouse; or up at the main Club's pool where there is Nancy's Place Cafe, have yourself some lunch or a cold beverage poolside. After all the fun activities during the day, get ready to meet your friends at the bar and dinner. Tara offers casual dining in the Grill Room, or a little more quieter dining in the formal dining room. There is also patio seating when the weather is nice. There are many organized games from bridge to poker night AND be on the lookout for the social events offered frequently for members. From Elvis to The Kentucky Derby- there is always something to do. Plantation Gardens, is a neighborhood where neighbors can become best friends! You can enjoy the luxury of a quiet night at home, or gather with neighbors for meet and greets! This is a wonderful unit for full-time or seasonal folks who want to live in a golf community, and enjoy the country club lifestyle! There is a $720 minimum food purchase annually which is broken down monthly in the $501 fee., $1025 annual master HOA fee gives you premium cable, internet, grounds upkeep; the $501 monthly that covers food, club membership. The townhouse has many upgrades. NO CARPET, which is a plus, no carpet wear and tear paths, just take a Swiffer across the luxury vinyl floors! The master bath has been remodeled with a beautiful walk-in shower. The vanity has also been remodeled. Large walk-in closet. The kitchen is very spacious, with lots of storage. Kitchen cabinets have been refaced, The appliances are less than two years old. Two ice makers in refrigerator which is great for entertaining in this open floor plan. The two other bedrooms can come in handy when you have those visitors from up north. The front bedroom would also make a great office, large window for natural light. Upgraded fans with lights are in all the rooms. The one car garage offers the perfect solution to avoid a rain shower, just pull in and enter your home without getting wet! There is also a large storage closet in the garage which comes in handy for things you want to keep but no where to put them! Ample additional parking right outside your townhouse for guests. Location! Location! Just minutes from 75, which can take you one exit south to the UTC Mall, and the Sarasota airport. You can be in Tampa within the hour! You might find a golf cart will come in handy in Tara, for trips to the Club or taking a cart ride around the property. When weather permits, you can open the front all weather door, and open the lanai sliders for fresh air throughout your home! This is one units you will want to see! As soon as you enter, you will be able to visualize your personal belongings and furniture in this 3/2 townhouse with spacious rooms, and a view of the lake - welcome to your Home Sweet Home.