Nestled on a quiet, sought after street on VENICE ISLAND only 2 blocks from the beach is a warm and inviting home seamlessly blending old Florida design with exceptional modern comfort. Move-in-ready, in X FLOOD ZONE (no flood insurance required), this home has gone through EXTENSIVE UPGRADES/RENOVATIONS. SEWER RE-LINING to like-new condition, and all original WATER LINES having been removed and replaced to meet current standards. A 25-year METAL ROOF was added in 2022. Owner added a HEATED SALT-WATER POOL and SPA in 2021. Garage was enlarged and is now a 2 CAR GARAGE. You will see a second attic access above the pool area roof gable which provides additional and significant storage capacity eXtending over the living room. The SPRINKLER SYSTEM has been converted from well to public water. The driveway is now a semi-circular crushed shell driveway, which surrounds three amazing live oak trees providing a canopy of priceless shade and cool breezes and welcomes you onto an Old Chicago brick front patio, where summer lounging meets a winter night firepit. Step inside via the NEW hurricane rated metal Craftsman-style front door and be wowed by the attention to detail including all-new 24 x 24 ITALIAN PORCELAIN TILING throughout and a beautiful relaxing color scheme. Chefs will love this modern beautifully redesigned L-shaped kitchen with expansive QUARTZ COUNTER SPACE, boasting NEW STAINLESS STEEL (mostly BOSCH) appliances plus a built-in bar fridge. There’s storage abound with floor-to-ceiling and under-island wood cabinetry. A built-in desk area, under-cabinet lighting, tiled backsplashes, and pantry add to the conveniences. The kitchen now is open to the living room with views through the new hurricane sliders to the back pool. Walking through a pair of French doors, you will find a very large family room that could be another bedroom or in-law suite featuring a beautiful CORAL stone surround WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE, VAULTED CEILING, office nook and a redesigned 3rd full bathroom. A very private and well-sized master bedroom and en suite bathroom features an large integral closet, natural light from multiple windows, and a view of the pool/spa. The completely remodeled master bath includes a double vanity, granite counter, above and below cabinetry, and a walk-in tiled shower. The guest bedroom closets and bathroom retain the old Florida charm from that era incorporating original hand-crafted cabinets. The garage comes with storage cabinets, pull-down access to attic space, epoxy flooring and a direct-drive garage door opener. Other important upgrade includes replacement of many WINDOWS WITH HURRICANE RATING and PLANTATION SHUTTERS. This home is only 50-yds from a rare 1920 designed Venice pocket park to exercise your pets. Only a few blocks to the historic Venice downtown on this golf cart & biking friendly island. Close to airports, plenty of restaurants, boutique shopping and the arts. An absolute must see. Please call to arrange your private showing or for further information.

Built on a premium full lake view lot, this immaculate luxury home includes a custom designed pool and spa, study or 4th bedroom and the 3 car garage. Beautiful finishes, cabinetry and attention to detail makes this meticulously maintained estate home an exceptional property. Leaded glass entry doors open into the great room to an amazing lake and lush vegetation view through the triple sliders. The pool cage has the scenic-view screening and the large lanai with sealed pavers allows for entertaining. Great privacy and so relaxing! The heated salt-water pool includes auto fill to maintain the proper level year round, pop up cleaning jets, lighting and attached heated spa. The pool pump, filter, housing and cage screening is all new. The lanai has access to the pool bath. The Oakmont model offers a split floor plan with an open concept living area, tray ceilings, crown moldings, and ceramic tile floors in main areas. The beautiful kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cooktop, detailed wood cabinetry, a raised bar plus a dinette area looking out to the lake. Safety features include hurricane locking accordion shutters for the windows, Kevlar automated screens on front entry and covered lanai area and a security system. The primary bedroom has access to the pool area, large walk in closet, en-suite bath with 2 separate vanities, a Roman walk in shower and a soaking tub. The front bedroom is currently used as an office. The remaining 2 bedrooms are on the other side of the home with a full bathroom plus the 1/2 bath for the pool area. The laundry room has built in cabinetry and a sink and leads to the 3 car garage. The garage has been upgraded with an epoxy finished floor, a workshop and pull down stairs to storage attic area. The gated community of Gran Paradiso has a low HOA fee that includes lawn care, irrigation, cable, internet and use of the community amenities: a resort-style swimming pool, clubhouse, gym, tennis/pickleball courts, playground and full time activity director. Conveniently located to Venice beaches, airports, hospitals and schools, Wellen Park and the Atlanta Braves Spring Training facility. Furnishings are available under separate contract. Move-in ready, perfect for snowbirds as well.

Fantastic opportunity to purchase a 2/2/2 home on canal and the vacant lot next to it. Almost a half an acre total located just a few lots away from the Myakka River which leads to the gulf. Location is also near the Myakka State Forest trail head and the back entrance to Wellen Park. This property has had NO flooding from hurricanes Helene and Milton! Original terrazzo floors throughout, upgraded kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, motion faucet, upgraded electrical panel and meter pan, new roof in 2020 and newer hot water heater. There is also a laundry room and bath under air accessible from the backyard or garage. While many of the original homes are being replaced by much larger waterfront pool homes, this home is great as-is or can be upgraded with a second story, a pool or replaced. Come see why owners love this serene area (or view 2 videos: 1 of area and 1 of home attached) and see the opportunity awaiting you!