4731 INDEPENDENCE DRIVE #4731

BAY FRONT BEAUTY! FIRST FLOOR TURNKEY FURNISHED CONDO WITH SPARKLING BAY & BARRIER ISLAND VIEWS TO LBK PASS & THE GULF OF MEXICO BEYOND! ENJOY THIS BAYSIDE TREASURE privately situated in serene nature setting with soaring birds, jumping mullet, playful dolphins, passing boats & stunning sunsets. For your peace of mind & additional insurance credits there's a 2016 roof with 3rd nail & impact windows throughout. Plus there is a 2024 water heater, a 2018 air conditioning system & a brand new carport JUST STEPS from the front door. FOR STYLE AND EASY CARE you will truly appreciate the tile flooring & glistening quartz too. For your convenience & organizational needs, the white cabinetry in the kitchen & bathrooms have slide-out shelving. THE LIVING AND DINING area measures 34x14 offering flexibility for furniture placement & is perfect for everyday living & entertaining. This amazing entertainment space boasts: crown molding, additional cabinetry for storage, upgraded ceiling fans; creamy white paint; sliders to the outdoors; and endless views. Just outside the sliders relax on the patio pavers & soak up the Florida sunshine. BOTH BEDROOMS ARE QUITE SPACIOUS providing ample room for a king size suite of furniture. The owner’s suite features a large picture window to paradise with up/down room darkening shades, crown molding & walk-in closet. You will find plenty of room for your extensive wardrobe & accessories. The ensuite bathroom is nicely updated too featuring quartz, waterfall glass, gleaming tile, safety bars, water efficient toilet, and additional wall cabinetry. Up front in this split bedroom floor plan the second bedroom & adjacent updated bathroom provide guests privacy. THE LIGHT AND AIRY fully equipped kitchen with white cabinetry & appliance suite with a 2024 disposal has a tray ceiling with pendant lighting, tiled backsplash, closet pantry, and convenient breakfast bar that open to the dining area. You will enjoy cooking here for family & friends. A BRAND-NEW CARPORT built directly out-front includes secure storage unit ideal for beach, fishing, & sports gear, plus a spot for bicycles. PARADISE WILL BE AT YOUR FEET when you make this bay front condo your winter retreat or permanent residence. What a lifestyle! MT VERNON ON SARASOTA BAY is a pet-free community, but service animals are welcome. Additionally, golf carts are permitted for medical reasons, adding to the convenience of living in this charming locale. If you are a boater there are available boat docks for a one-time $25 fee. Mt. Vernon provides easy access to bay & gulf. 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 with HD box; internet with router; exterior maintenance, repairs & replacement; landscape maintenance; insurance. Welcome home!