Location is everything and you have an opportunity to own your own slice of paradise right off Venice Island without paying the premium! Take the time to see this NOW VACANT, beautifully renovated 1244 sqft, three bedroom/two bath condo with vaulted ceilings in Bird Bay Village. You'll be glad you did. Renovations include; removal of popcorn ceilings, a FULL kitchen remodel with solid wood cabinets, newer appliances, quartz countertops, breakfast bar, reverse osmosis under the kitchen sink and a lit cabinet over the range to display your treasures. Windows were replaced with impact glass in 2021 throughout the condo. The sliders in the living room and primary bedroom open to the southeastern facing lanai. Enjoy the abundance of natural light inside or relax and enjoy a meal on the generously sized lanai. Appreciate the beauty of engineered hardwood floors in third bedroom (den), dining room and living room. The primary bathroom has separate his/hers closets, a barn slider door for privacy, and a tastefully renovated walk-in shower adding to the overall elegance of this condo. All of this as well as upgraded light fixtures and ceiling fans. A complete list of features is attached to the listing as well as the floor plan. The building has just had a new roof completed and there are no pending assessments! Laundry is located in the unit and there is a separate storage shed attached to the carport. Bird Bay Village is a highly active, amenity rich community that includes a Junior Olympic swimming pool, fitness center, pickleball courts, tennis courts, and a clubhouse with full kitchen. There is also easy access to the Legacy Trail which is just under 20 miles and stretches from Venice to downtown Sarasota and includes a series of interpretive signs and stop stations. Multiple trailheads provide access and other amenities. This unit is THE perfect seasonal retreat, income producing rental property, or your full-time residence in the award-winning Suncoast of Sarasota County with close proximity to an abundance of dining, shopping, arts, and BEACHES! The conscientious owner has ALL the appliances including HVAC tested and maintained every six months. Please click on Tour 1 for a virtual tour of the condo and Tour 2 for a quick, one-minute video snapshot then call to schedule your private showing!