1212 Chalet Ct., Osprey, FL 34229

Welcome to Willowbend, a beautiful maintenance-free community where this Lee Wetherington home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac with a private backyard overlooking lush greenery and natural splendor. Built in 2004, the three-bedroom with den home features stylish open spaces, tall ceilings, and a lovely connection to the outdoors with a screened pool terrace. The kitchen, with its natural gas range and stainless-steel appliances, is open to the family room and includes an informal eating area that overlooks the pool. Economical natural gas is also used to power the tankless water heater (2018) and to heat the pool. Retreat to the master bedroom boasting built-ins and a lavish bath that opens to the terrace. Enjoy long afternoons on the screened outdoor area with heated pool, covered lanai, and private views towards verdant grounds and mature trees. This is a well-maintained home with a paver brick walkway. The Willowbend community enjoys high-speed internet, cable television and yard maintenance plus the community pool, spa, fitness center, pickleball court and playground – all included in the low HOA fees. Numerous outdoor activities are nearby: hike in Oscar Scherer State Park, bike down Casey Key or the Legacy Bike Trail, or watch the boats go by at the Intracoastal, only a 3-minute drive away. You’ll also appreciate living only minutes to beaches, the No. 1 ranked school in Florida, Pine View School, as well as downtown Sarasota or Venice.