DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION! Opportunity knocking! You will love this Tranquil, Lakefront, Maintenance Free paired Villa nestled in the lushly landscaped, gated community of Avalon at the Villages of Palm-Aire. Enjoy lake views the moment you walk through the front door of this spacious 2 bedroom + Den, 2 bath, open and bright, great room design floor plan. Experience waking to the sounds of singing wildlife over the glistening, serene lake and enjoying your morning coffee in your screened enclosed 13x12 sunroom. Entertaining is a breeze with the open kitchen design with center island; walk-in pantry; countertops galore; updated appliances and adjoining eating area. The master suite overlooks the lake and features a spacious en'suite with closets galore; separate vanities; private commode and tiled walk-in glass block shower. Other features include: Plantation shutters throughout; Spacious utility room with built-ins; 2 car garage with wall storage; New Tile Roof-2020; New Hurricane Impact Windows-2020; New Gas Hot water Heater-2024. Ready for your personal touches! Low HOA fees; Well run and financed HOA! Exterior maintenance; grounds keeping; heated community pool; entrance security gate; private road; cable tv; reserves and full time management. Within a short golf cart ride away you can enjoy the Optional Membership amenities at Palm-Aire Golf & Country club which include: Golf, tennis, fitness, pickleball, Olympic size pool, clubhouse with dining and social activities galore. Located within minutes to UTC Mall; abundance of restaurants and shopping; Benderson Park; Mote Marine Aquarium; Sarasota International airport; Downtown Sarasota and an array of cultural arts venues. Don't miss out! Immaculate; move in ready! Perfect Winter Retreat!