Life takes you down many paths, but the best ones lead to the beach! Only 5 miles to the beach from this delightful Five Towns condo. Completely updated, meticulously maintained & freshly painted 2 bedroom/2 bathroom unit with covered carport in a popular 55+ community in Northwest St. Pete. Gorgeous waterproof, light gray VINYL PLANK FLOORING installed throughout in 2020. The kitchen was completely remodeled in 2018 with new cabinets, QUARTZ countertops, tile backsplash, MODERN light fixtures, and new refrigerator. The expansive living area has plentiful light, a NEUTRAL color palette & ample space for a large dining table. Spacious master bedroom has an ENSUITE BATH with an updated vanity & walk-in shower. The 2nd bedroom is generous in size & the bathroom is just across the hallway. NEW FRONT & STORM DOORS in 2020 and hurricane impact windows installed in the bedrooms in 2017. There is plenty of STORAGE with a huge walk-in closet in the master bedroom, 2 utility closets, linen closet, and even an exterior storage space. The desirable Cornell building has an ELEVATOR, plenty of visitor parking and residents may have TWO PETS up to 35 pounds each. MAINTENANCE FREE so you have more time to savor your retirement! Explore the beautiful grounds with TRANQUIL WALKING PATHS, 5 ponds & exquisite water birds. An abundance of AMENITIES are ready for you to enjoy: six swimming pools (5 are heated!), two clubhouses, tennis courts, shuffleboard, bocce ball, horseshoes, card and billiards rooms, library, fitness and a full calendar of events & activities. Fee includes WiFi, cable, gas, sewer, water & trash. Enjoy retirement in the SUNSHINE CITY of St. Petersburg! St. Pete Beach was just named the #1 BEST BEACH in the US by Tripadvisor! Only half a mile to Publix. CONVENIENT LOCATION with easy access to shopping, restaurants, beaches, parks, VA Hospital and both St. Pete-Clearwater & Tampa International Airports.