Multiple offer situation. Highest and best due by 12 noon, Monday, December 20. Lovely location on a cul-de-sac of swaying palms, Chelmsford Close is a private enclave of maintenance free villas in The Meadows. You will be greeted by a stamped decorative concrete walk and iron gated courtyard leading to the front entry with sidelight. Upon entry, ceramic tile flooring flows from the foyer through the great room, den, kitchen and great room for a cohesive foundation. Den offers a flexible space for work at home office, hobbies or a second living area. The kitchen has granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless refrigerator and a breakfast nook or space for cozy family dining. The expansive great room with high ceilings topped off by double crown molding leads to floor to ceiling sliders opening onto a spacious glassed in lanai offering you gorgeous long golf course views. Arched eyebrow windows throughout the villa add a lovely architectural detail and frame views of the bright blue skies. Spacious master bedroom features an en suite bathroom featuring split dual sinks, step in shower and ample walk in closet. Guest bedroom is large and just steps away from the guest bathroom with shower/tub combo. A separate laundry room houses the full size washer and dryer with laundry sink and extra storage. Two car garage with hurricane bracing available for the overhead door and new water heater 2019. Fresh designer paint colors throughout and sold partially furnished. Peace of mind with new HVAC 2017, new roof 2016, exterior painted 2020, new iron gate 2019. Heated community pool just steps away for a quick dip or safely meet neighbors for an outdoor happy hour. Live in a friendly country club community (membership optional) with 24 hour safety patrol and enjoy the carefree Florida lifestyle! The Meadows Country Club offers one private and two public 18-hole golf courses, a highly regarded tennis complex with 17 Har-Tru courts, Jr. Olympic swimming pool with spa, fitness center, pro shop and dining venues. Many club amenities are free to homeowners via the Renaissance Plan and all new buyers receive a 3-month complementary membership to try out all of the recreational options. All located within 1,650 acres of tropical mature landscaping with miles of trails, wildlife preserve and over 80 lakes and ponds, while convenient to all that Sarasota offers! Minutes to luxury shopping and dining at UTC Mall, Nathan Benderson Park for water sports and miles of recreational opportunities, downtown Sarasota for art and cultural activities and world class Gulf beaches.