CUSTOM HOME ON VENICE ISLAND in a prime location only 1 block from the world famous Venice Florida beach. This Mark Caithness constructed home features fine architecture and quality workmanship throughout and has been updated with a coastal theme throughout. The open split bedroom floor plan design offers a great room with high coffered ceiling, crown molding, plantation shutters and diagonal porcelain tile. The 16’ glass sliders with new Garber vertical cellular blinds open to the enclosed “ProTile “ finished expansive lanai and features a self-cleaning, heated pool and spa. Your lushly landscaped backyard has a new fence to set off the large Nolan Greens pocket park behind the home. A new dog run is accessed from the lanai as well. The gourmet kitchen finishes include granite countertops with upgraded edging, an island with LED accent lighting and built in wine rack, stainless steel appliances, wood cabinetry with under cabinet lighting, motion sensor faucet, new stove, new built-in microwave and a double pantry. An exquisite lighting fixture highlights the eat-in breakfast area with an aquarium window that also overlooks the lanai. Relax in your spacious master bedroom with views to the lanai, double walk-in closets, crown molding, tray ceiling and lighted accent architectural shelving. Relax in the en-suite bathroom featuring double sinks, granite countertops, jetted soaking tub, walk in Roman shower and a new continuous clean Kohler toilet. Your guests will enjoy privacy in the two oversized guest bedrooms with large closets and a slider to the lanai. The full guest bathroom is also accessed from the pool area. Other recent improvements include repainted interior, new flooring, new window treatments and tinting, 2 new AC systems with humidity control, new pool equipment with automation, upgraded electric fixtures (high end lighting and ceiling fans) and dimming switches, new LED lighting, additional outdoor illuminations, new garage door opener, bluetooth controlled AC and garage opener, and home security system. The oversized garage has plenty of extra built in storage space entered via the pavered driveway and central vac. This lovely residence is also only 4 blocks from the downtown area amenities: boutique shopping, diverse dining, weekend festivals, golf cart approved streets, Centennial park with regularly scheduled live entertainment, weekend farmer’s market. Also on the island are Venice's own theater, symphony, art & community centers, Venice High School, private airport and hospital. Venice is close to major airports, Sarasota and several beaches. Come enjoy the island lifestyle!