NO MANDATORY MEMBERSHIP FEES REQUIRED but relax and enjoy the tranquility of living in the only gated community at Tara Preserve with a camera security system. This fabulous, 2ND floor unit, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a 1 car garage. Totally updated and better than new, giving an open great room concept with vaulted ceilings, updated kitchen with granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel appliances, dark wooden soft close cabinetry, pantry with pull outs, and ceramic plank flooring throughout other than bathrooms and bedrooms. Separate dining area with Plantation shutters and also in the master bedroom. The master bedroom en-suite boasts a walk-in shower with separate garden tub, dual sinks and a large walk-in closet. New kitchen and bathroom faucets. Both bedrooms 2 & 3 offer a connecting balcony with sliding glass doors. Separate laundry area adjacent to the kitchen. Custom ceiling fans throughout and PGT Hurricane Windows. The back view of the condo offers a large covered screened lanai with southern exposure overlooking an expansive pond. A one car garage is located on the ground level. All driveways in Palm Grove have pavers and barrel tile roofs. Total maintenance free living at it's best for only $850 quarterly. Just steps to the community pool and Tara Preserve offers a Clubhouse, community center with a pool, pickle ball & tennis courts, pro-shop and a 18 hole public golf course offering a variety of golf packages for the avid golfer. Pay as you play or become a member. Annual fee of $916 to Tara Master Association which includes Comcast Cable TV with voice activated remotes, high speed internet, music and expansive channels. Centrally located with easy access to I-75, shopping, restaurants, a short drive to Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport, Ringling Museum, St Armand's Circle and some of the most beautiful beaches Southwestern Florida has to offer including Siesta Key Beach which has been rated #1 many times. Come enjoy Florida's country club living at it's best.