This charming cottage...complete with a white picket fence, feels like you are in a real life fairytale. Located in the lovely, tree-lined Osprey neighborhood at The Cottages of Rivendell, this single family home balances quiet and convenience. With almost 1,800 sf, there are 3 bedrooms for family & guests or 2 bedrooms and a den/office if you prefer. Recently painted, the vibe of this home is light & bright. The desirable open, sun-filled floorplan is perfect for entertaining with the kitchen and expansive bar overlooking the impressive great room with a gas fireplace and 12 foot tray ceilings. A split-bedroom floorplan offers guests their own private quarters at the opposite side of the home from the main bedroom. The spacious and newly renovated master bedroom has sliders which lead to the lanai and a large walk-in closet. The master bathroom features a soaker tub, double sinks and a spacious walk-in shower. Gorgeous French doors with sidelight panels will lead you to peace and tranquility in your large, nicely landscaped lanai surrounded by a beautiful backdrop of plants and trees. Pets are welcome at the Cottages and this property has ample room for them to feel right at home inside and in the backyard. AC was replaced 2020. The nearby heated community pool allows you to socialize if you'd like as this is a community that loves events and you will also be able to enjoy an additional community pool at Rivendell where there is also a playground, park & gazebo. With the serenity of this wonderful neighborhood that is bordered by nature-rich Oscar Scherer State Park, you'll feel blessed that you are living in this magical location that is also close to shopping, restaurants, one of the nation's top rated schools - Pine View, US-41, I-75 and a quick drive to amazing beaches like Siesta Key, Nokomis Beach, Venice Beach/Jetty and Casey Key. You really can have it all!