2891 WHISPERING PINE LANE, North Port, Sarasota, Residential

Bring your toothbrush and move right in! This turnkey furnished 3 BR, 2 BA free-standing home in the gated, maintenance-free community "The Villas at Charleston Park" is located just a short walk from the resort-style community pool and Clubhouse and offers vacation living year-round. Originally built by renowned Venice builder Peter Shipps, the home features an open, split floor plan with lots of natural light, accordion hurricane shutters for peace of mind and plenty of room to enjoy outdoor living.

In addition to the generously sized wrap-around lanai, you can sip your morning coffee on your lovely front porch, listening to birds chirping and enjoying the peace and quiet of the private cul-de-sac location. As you step into the home, you will notice architectural details, like built-ins, arches and rounded wall corners, soothing neutral wall paint, plantation shutters and tasteful high-quality furnishings. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with stainless-steel appliances, Corian countertops and features a cozy eat-in breakfast area.

Your Great Room offers an inviting breakfast bar and the open Dining area is ideal when family & friends come to visit. Your Primary Bedroom has access to your lanai through sliding glass doors and offers a large walk-in closet. The En Suite Primary Bath features a Roman walk-in shower (no glass doors to clean!) and double sinks.

Your guests will have their own guest room with adjacent guest bath, featuring a shower over tub. The 3rd bedroom at the front of the home will make a great home office or den. At the end of the day, enjoy your spacious wrap-around lanai, the perfect place for "Happy Hour." Do you like to "tinker" in the garage?

The garage is a car lover's dream with wall-to-wall carpeting, a parking assist laser light and built-in storage and shelving. It has been added to the central A/C, so you can utilize it as a workshop, even on hot summer days. The home also offers Manabloc plumbing, pull-down stairs to attic and a radiant heat barrier in the attic, resulting in lower energy bills.

Newer A/C, water heater and washer. The Villas at Charleston Park offers fantastic amenities to its owners: a resort-style pool, large pool deck, beautiful Clubhouse with exercise room and library and many activities. Close to area beaches, shopping, restaurants & more.

Public water & sewer, not in a flood zone and no CDD fees! Schedule your showing today!