228 Amelo Ave, Colony Cove South Section. Age qualified 55+, pet & golf cart friendly. Homes are on leased lots.

Canal waterfront home along the Manatee River with a Trex boat dock and a quality IMM Alumavator vertical boat lift rated for 10,000 lbs. A standard 27 ft V-hull boat was stored on this lift for size reference. You will love the serene water view and your private boat dock right in your own back yard! A new Trex dock was installed in 2017 with a bench for enjoying the view or to drop a fishing line in hopes of catching redfish, snook, snapper or other sport fish. If you love the water then you will love the sights, sounds & smell of the salty air.

The home is a beautiful reverse floor plan with all the living spaces facing the waterfront. There is a sliding glass door from the living room to the large wood deck (8 x 24) with full water view. There is a 12 x 12 block patio and Florida landscaping. The canal borders the community Micro Forest so it is an open, pristine view of natural Florida habitat. You can see fish jumping, occasional manatees and a variety of water fowl such as pelicans, herons & cranes as well as eagles and ospreys hunting for their next meal.

Two BEDS/Two BATHS plus a flexible use Florida room that has a private entrance from deck. The home is offered partially furnished with some turnkey supplies. Plenty to spend your very first night in paradise!

UPDATES:
2020: New FPL electric pedestal and main breaker panel ~
2019: Membrane Roof sealed with 10 year coating ~
2018: New laminate flooring & subfloor in living spaces, HE dual flush toilets ~
2017: New Trex dock ~
2016: Tie downs updated by State of Florida wind mitigation program ~
2014: New HVAC; Carrier Comfort Maker ~
2013: Bathroom: ceramic floors update & kitchen floor ~
2009: IMM Alumavator Vertical Boat Lift ~
2007: New kitchen appliances ~ Newer kitchen cabinets, countertops plus Luminaire tray ceiling dome & fan ~ new hot water tank ~

For your peace of mind a 4 Point Insurance Inspection has been completed by a third party licensed inspector and will be provided to prospective buyers. This inspection covers the roof, HVAC, electric & plumbing!

You will love the large kitchen island with drop lights & extra seating plus all the storage in the newer oak cabinets. Stainless Steel appliances include a side-by-side refrigerator that has water & ice in the door and the microwave is built in above the glass top range.

The living room & dining room both have a full view of the waterfront plus more views from the side set Florida Room with hard surface windows & an AC duct from the central air. This bonus room can flexibly be used as an office, hobby room, extra bedroom or a den.

The owners bedroom suite has enough room for king sized furniture plus a large walk-in closet & a separate linen closet. The primary bath is en-suite with a walk-in shower, ADA commode, updated vanity/lighting and ceramic floors.

There is a second bedroom for guests that has another walk-in closet. The guest bath has a shower/tub combo, ADA commode, updated vanity/lighting and ceramic floors.

This home is close enough to walk to Friendship community pool & meeting hall. The driveway has plenty of room for 4 cars plus room for a golf cart too! The laundry/storage shed includes a washer & dryer plus a rinse tub and even more storage. There are 2 more attached shed for more than enough storage for all your boating & fishing supplies.

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Monthly lot rent of $1144.22 includes:
Lawn Care
Water, Sewer & Trash
Ad Valorem Taxes
(For comparison, these 3 items are not always included in other communities)
24/7 Community Patrol
Free Bus Trips to shopping & beach
On Site Fire & Rescue
On-site Management & Maintenance
2 On-site Fitness Centers
Upkeep of all common areas & amenities.

AMENITIES: It is a golf cart friendly & pet friendly community. There are 6 heated community pools, 8 halls/amenity buildings, many courts for tennis, pickle ball, shuffleboard & horseshoes, billiards, 2 state-of-the-art fitness centers, 2 libraries & a coffee bar. Do not forget the fishing pier & 100 slip Marina (nominal fee)! There are a multitude of clubs for most every interest including arts & crafts, boating, wood working, bowling, golfing plus many more!

PET FRIENDLY: 2 per home; max 75 lbs each; non-aggressive breeds. There is a large split dog park (big/little dogs) for our canine friends.

All this and much more! Contact us today for a private tour!

Always a full calendar of things to do with golf cart parades, entertainment, dinners, dances, cards and games. Enjoy year around tropical weather, birds & flowers. Live where everyone else goes on vacation!

Location: Midway between Tampa & Sarasota & just minutes from the interstate in Manatee County. Easy access to airports in Tampa, St. Pete & Sarasota. The Gulf Islands of Anna Maria, Longboat Key, Lido Key & Siesta Key are all less than 1 hour drive where you can enjoy dolphins, sunsets & life at the beach! Don't forget that the big theme parks are only about 100 miles away!

NEARBY:
Dining: Waterfront Casual & Fine Dining (seafood & local catch of the day) & sightseeing dinner cruises
Nightlife & Live Entertainment: Tiki Bars: Whiskey Joe's, Woody's River Roo, Caddy's on the River
Shopping: Ellenton Outlet Mall, University Town Center Mall, Costco, antique & thrift stores
Fishing & Boating: Anna Maria Island & Sky Way Bridge (State Park) Fishing Piers. Fishing, shelling & dolphin charters, parasailing & jet ski rentals.
Attractions: Over 7 miles of free public, sugar sand beaches, Mote Aquarium, Science & Nature Museum, Railroad Museum, Performing Arts Theaters, Golf Courses & Country Clubs.