MARTINIQUE In 218 MARTINIQUE ROAD, NORTH PORT, Florida

You’ve just discovered the opportunity of a lifetime! Ready to live the Florida lifestyle of sun, fun, relaxation, and recreation? This home is your chance to make that dream a reality. Located on Cayman Lake with an east water view—you won’t want to miss a single sunrise! Welcome to Lazy River Village! One of the premiere (if not THE best) 55+ waterfront manufactured park in all of Sarasota and Charlotte counties! The BEST amenities, clubs, and selection of activities you will find in any co-op park in all of Sarasota county and even Charlotte County. Lazy River is located on the banks of the beautiful Myakka River. This 2 bed 2 bath home needs a little (very little!) TLC, but the potential is HUGE, and there are MANY UPGRADES & IMPROVEMENTS that have been made in recent years. A large primary bedroom with an ensuite bathroom features charming bay windows and lots of natural light. An open floor plan makes room for entertaining guests. The kitchen features an adorable nook for casual meals and the bay window looks out over Caymen Lake in the backyard. The living room sliding doors also look out over the water view, bringing the serenity of nature indoors. Ship-lap paneling on the ceilings creates a warm “beachy” vibe and elevates the look of the entire interior! rnrnThis home has been well-managed and well-cared-for over the years, with multiple upgrades and replacements. New VINYL SIDING, WINDOWS, and VINYL FLOORING were installed in 2018. The ROOF was replaced in 2023 and included solid shingle material over installed OSB. The SHIP-LAP CEILINGS were added in 2024. NEW A/C UNIT and THERMOSTAT installed in 2024!! The owners have taken very good care of this home, and now it’s your turn to put your special touch on it!rnrn If you enjoy an abundance of activities, you will have plenty to choose from in Lazy River Village: Pickleball, tennis, bike clubs, card clubs, and pontoon boating. They even have a professional woodworking shop. A low monthly fee of $276 includes all the amenities. There are other amenities for an extra fee, such as a marina slip if your home is not located on the water. rnrnOne of the things that makes Lazy River Village so great is its proximity to…well…everything! Be prepared to enjoy Florida’s wildlife at its finest, both inside the Lazy River Village complex and at abundant state parks and nature preserves. Shopping and dining surround you in all directions. The spring training homes of both the Atlanta Braves & the Tampa Bay Rays are just a minutes away. The world-renowned Gulf of Mexico beaches are all within 30 minutes or less! 1) Englewood beach, 2) Casperson Beach (GREAT for shelling), 3) Venice Beach (shark tooth capital of the world), 4) Brohard Paw Park, 5) Nokomis beach (you’ve GOT to experience the weekly drum circles), 6) the island gem of southwest Florida: Boca Grande… And finally: 7) Siesta Key in Sarasota has been ranked multiple times as the number one beach in the nation and is a mere 35 minutes away. Lazy River Village offers a lifestyle that every retiree dreams of. You have the quaint downtowns of Venice and Punta Gorda–both cities are often ranked as Top 10 destinations in the country for retirement. Another local favorite, Englewood, is a cozy, fun beach town on the Gulf of Mexico. rnrnThe residents of Lazy River Village agree: Lazy River is a community that offers it all. Don’t miss your chance to see this home!