One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. NON-FURNISHED This 3 Bedroom/2 Bath home is located on a private cul-de-sac and is within a short walking distance to the (2) community swimming pools and Club House/Recreation Center that overlooks a beautiful lake. Open Floor Plan offers 1,620 sq. ft. of living area + Carport + Large Storage Shed (approx. 12'x8') and big Private fenced backyard with a brick paver Patio and tropical landscaping. The bright Kitchen has a Pantry closet and stainless-steel appliances. There is floor tile throughout, both Bathrooms are updated and the large Indoor Laundry Room incudes a washer and dryer. The Gardens of Gulf Cove community has an active Clubhouse that hosts tons of social events, a Recreation Center with Fitness Equipment, Pool Table, Pickleball, Tennis and Basketball Courts. One of the two swimming pools is heated, and the community also has 4 lakes, shuffleboard courts, horseshoes, as well as bocce play during "season" (winter months) and even a meditation garden. It's close to shopping, restaurants and only a 20-minute ride to Manasota Beach, Englewood Beach, Boca Grande or the Myakka River. Convenient location for fishing, boating, kayaking or playing golf at 7 nearby golf courses or a visit to the County owned 9-mile blacktop Bicycle and Walking Trail. Tenant(s) must be approved by the HOA and pay a $75 fee for a background check, plus the $150 application fee. The $150 application fee will be CREDITED towards the first month's rent. See attached HOA Application or Visit the Gardens of Gulf Cove website for more information. Tenant pays electric, water/sewer, yard maintenance, internet etc. Landlord pays for trash. No Smoking, No Pets, No Exceptions. The Owner is a Florida Licensed Real Estate Broker. All furnishings shown in the photos will be removed prior to tenant occupancy.