Glen Oaks Manor, courtyard pool home two bedroom, two bath villa that is ready for a fresh look. This villa has a large private courtyard totally enclosing the 14 by 28 foot solar heated pool for complete privacy with new marcite in 2023. The entry foyer sets the stage for this unique floor plan with an ample size kitchen with pass through window for entertaining. The living room, dining room and office/den focus on the glassed in and sun drenched atrium. This private garden atrium is full service with electric and water ready for a gardeners touch. Off the kitchen is a universal family room that flows from the living room for an unobstructed view of the pool courtyard. Primary bedroom includes a large walk in closet and en suite bath. In this two car garage you will notice a fixed, built in staircase leading to the attic that has standup height attic space. Some GOM units have captured this attic space for an extra bonus space. New air conditioner in 2020. Glen Oaks Manor is a lovely community of villas, built on beautiful, wooded land and is named for the grand oak trees that canopy many of the roads which provide cooler, shady summers. A wide variety of plants and trees preserve the beauty of this natural setting. Two gazebos on the banks of the main pond provide a scenic spot for watching birds, amazing Florida wildlife and provide the ideal venue for potluck dinners, community events and even weddings. Glen Oaks Manor has a special natural setting with comfortable villas that afford privacy while being only three miles from downtown Sarasota, four miles to UTC shopping and five miles from the local airport. From Beneva Road, you are a short distance to shops, restaurants and grocery stores.