4635 GAETA DR Venice, FL 34293

Serendipity at last! Spectacular sunrises and sunsets are abundant at this lovely, spacious and meticulously maintained home located in the highly sought-after gated community of Venetia in Venice, Florida. Built and tastefully designed by the owner, this 2,581-square-foot, three-bedroom-plus-office, two-full bath home offers a spacious, open floor plan with high ceilings, amazing views and an abundance of natural light. As you enter the home, you are wowed by the high ceilings and the open-space living room/dining room, which offers breathtaking and unobstructed views of the surrounding pond, landscaped garden and a multitude of possibilities for entertaining family and friends. Large sliders off the living area lead to the lanai, the newly renovated PebbleTec saltwater pool and a bonus patio, perfect for entertaining and relaxation. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee as you read the paper and do a crossword puzzle in this breathtaking setting. To the right of the entrance, you will find the dining area bordered by a gourmet kitchen with an expansive breakfast bar, solid wood cabinetry, granite countertops and backsplash, an island, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting and an in-kitchen pantry. A fabulous laundry room with plenty of room to hang and fold laundry, in addition to a wine bar refrigerator and extra storage, are adjacent to the kitchen and the garage. From the reading nook (or dinette), a small corridor leads to the two guest rooms and guest bath which provide spacious and comfortable accommodations with plenty of closet and storage space. On the left side of the home, the master suite is a true haven for rest and relaxation with plenty of room for a king-sized bed, two walk-in closets, large sliders that lead to the pool and an en-suite master bath with dual sinks and a walk-in shower with multiple showerheads. An office perfect for the person that loves a private workspace completes this lovely home. Additional features that make this property unique include ceramic tile flooring throughout, Lexan hurricane shutters, Kevlar hurricane shields, new 3-zone AC system (2020), central alarm security system, decorative fans, custom window treatments including plantation shutters and much, much more. Venetia is an active and friendly community with low HOA fees and no CDD fees and features a clubhouse with an exercise room, a resort-style heated pool and spa, a bocce court and basketball, pickleball and tennis courts. A great location near historic Venice, US-41 and I-75, restaurants, shopping, services, medical facilities, the new Sarasota Memorial Hospital, schools, parks, the Audubon Rookery, the Jacaranda Library, golf courses, Wellen Park, marinas and the spectacular Gulf beaches of Venice, Manasota and Englewood. What are you waiting for? Furniture available under separate contract. See video and 3D tour.