Remarks: Leave the cares and stresses of the world behind as you step inside your personal sanctuary. Enter and let your eyes feast on the tropical haven that is your lanai. Wander past the living room and dining room to feel the warm embrace of the heart of the home. Whether it be entertaining or family life, this house is ideal for you. The kitchen is large with newer appliances, large breakfast room with views of pool. Three bedrooms and two baths on one side of home accommodate family and guests. There is a first-floor study next to the large primary bedroom which is a peaceful retreat from the cares of the world. It contains a beautiful bath, walk-in closets, and an intimate sitting room for reading or contemplation. Upstairs you will find an amazing room overlooking an equally amazing view. The room is decked out with built-in desk shelves, drawers, to be an incredible office for remote work, writing a best-selling novel, working out or converting to an artist studio, game room with pool table, or grandchildren's play room/bunk room. The lanai features a large pool with spa and high-top table for socializing, an outdoor shower and beautiful outdoor kitchen. The whole area is a private oasis with mature trees for privacy and a long lake view. All this in the popular Venetian Golf & River Club where you can take advantage of amenities right out your door. Walk to the restaurant and enjoy Chef Bryan's yummy offerings which include special dinners, prime rib nights, pasta nights, burger nights, and pizza nights, and more. Walk to tennis, pickleball, lap pool, water aerobics, tiki bar, gym, free exercise classes, many games like bridge, mahjong, hand and foot. You can even hop on to the exotic boardwalk through the jungle down to the Myakka River and the nature preserve from your backyard. It is all at your fingertips. Not to mention the proximity of this great subdivision to the highway, hospital, fire department, public beaches and the wonderful quaint town of Venice with its many restaurants, shops and theater. This is more than a house, it is a new way of life. The way life should be!

Listing is courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY (941-412-3323)

Listing Agent: Audrey Peabody (941-780-6695)

Remarks: Welcome to this exceptional WCI-built Cambio model residence, ideally on one of the premier homesites in the Venetian Golf and River Club, offering peaceful views that stretch across the natural preserve of Myakka River Park Preserve. Designed with comfort and elegance in mind, this custom home features four bedrooms, three full baths, a family room and formal living/great room, den plus an oversized 2.5-car garage. From moment you enter through the leaded glass doors, you’ll notice the attention to detail, including crown molding, tray ceilings and numerous custom upgrades throughout which include new electrical solar panel 2017, Solar pool panels in 2026, color mood lighting for the pool (2025). New A/C for the Primary Suite side of the home (2025), NEW ROOF 2024 Including Tube Lighting in the Kitchen. Roof has a 30 year transferred able warranty. The open-concept kitchen is beautifully appointed with tall maple cabinetry, quartz countertops, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and a casual dining area overlooking the pool and preserve. The expansive living area flows seamlessly through pocketing sliding glass doors to the outdoor living space, where you’ll find a heated saltwater pool and spa, ideal for entertaining or enjoying breathtaking sunrise views. The bright and spacious primary suite includes dual walk-in closets and a luxurious bath with a soaking tub, dual vanities and walk-in shower. Residents of this gated, guarded community enjoy an impressive array of amenities, including pickleball courts, six Har-Tru lighted tennis courts, a resort-style pool, lap pool, fitness center, tiki bar and fine dining restaurant. The clubhouse also hosts a variety of social events and activities. The community provides access to a 70-acre nature park along the Myakka River, featuring walking trails, a boardwalk and a canoe launch. The 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Chip Powell, is highly regarded, with optional membership available. Conveniently near Interstate 75, Sarasota Memorial Hospital–Venice, downtown Venice and Gulf beaches, this home offers luxury and accessibility. Venice Island’s charming, accessible downtown features boutique shopping, dining and cultural attractions, making this property an outstanding opportunity to enjoy living the Florida lifestyle.

Listing is courtesy of: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY (941-412-3323)

Listing Agent: Patricia Guenther (941-961-3570)

Remarks: AMAZING PRICE for this estate villa...Welcome to your Amazing New Home by WCI. This property has all the bells and whistles one would expect from a private Mediterranean villa. Luxury flooring throughout, with accents on walls and ceilings, and moldings throughout. This home is the highly sought-after Francesca Model located conveniently close to the Venetian River Club. Simply stunning throughout. Beautifully designed to feel like you are traveling in the Mediterranean with amazing European accents such as Travertine marble flooring throughout the living area, wood floors in the formal dining and office, as well as in the master bedroom. Custom, coffered ceilings and niches. Moldings and details galore give this home a warm feeling, while the 13.5 ft tall ceilings give the home a larger sense of space. The large, open kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. One of the bedrooms is currently set up as a gym. The master bedroom has an extended seating area or a reading with French doors that lead out to the lanai, built-in closets, and shoe shelving, as well as mood-dimming lighting in the coffered ceiling. The master bath has upgraded individual vanities and mirrors. The new guest suites share a jack-n-jill bath. The lanai faces west, where you can enjoy all the gorgeous Florida sunsets year-round. The 32-ft swimming pool decking is harlequin patterned travertine marble as well, and a 6-person hot tub with marble spillover. The lanai backs to a pond with the golf course right behind, offering a fabulous view while maintaining privacy. The gas line runs directly into the lanai area for easy cookouts and grilling. The extended, three-car garage (761 sq ft) gives you plenty of space to store your golf cart. All this, and the resort-style living of the Venetian River Club with its clubhouse with a private restaurant for dining and dancing, gym, bar for happy hour, exercise room, and all sorts of activities. The Venetian Golf & River Club offers a variety of amenities, including 6 Har-Tru tennis courts, a resort pool area that has a 3-lane lap pool, and a large pool and spa serviced by a TikiBar for drinks, lunch, and happy hours. 6 tennis courts with lights and a great pro. If you still have time on your hands, take a stroll on the 1/2-mile boardwalk to an observation deck on the Myakka River. The 18-hole championship golf course anchors the community, and memberships are available but not mandatory. The community is also just a short drive from the beaches, shopping, and dining of downtown Venice and Sarasota. Come and enjoy this European villa, you will feel at home and on vacation all at the same time. Furnished or Unfurnished.

Listing is courtesy of: LIST WITH 1 REALTY (305-205-9961)

Listing Agent: Mark Borg (305-205-9961)

Remarks: Set on one of the most private preserve-view homesites in the Venetian Golf & River Club, this WCI-built Grand Estate offers exceptional space, quality construction, and resort-style living on an oversized lot with no rear neighbors. This spacious single-story home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a private office, and a large bonus room ideal for a media room, fitness space, den, or optional fourth bedroom. The open WCI floor plan showcases soaring ceilings, crown molding, pocketing sliders, and abundant natural light throughout. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, offering granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, pantry storage, and formal and casual dining areas. The expansive primary suite (over 450 sq. ft.) includes a sitting area, two walk-in closets, lanai access, and a spa-style bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Outdoor living truly sets this home apart. The oversized private lanai overlooks serene preserve views and features a heated saltwater pool and spa with waterfalls, lush tropical landscaping, and a covered outdoor kitchen with brand-new built-in gas grill and beverage cooler — perfect for entertaining or relaxing in complete privacy. Recent updates include two new HVAC systems, fresh interior and exterior paint, and meticulous maintenance throughout. Additional highlights include a pool bath, side-entry 3-car garage, and the renowned quality craftsmanship of WCI Homes. Residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities, including dining at the River Club, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, multiple pools, walking trails, and an optional championship golf course with no mandatory membership. A rare opportunity to own a private estate home offering outstanding value in one of Venice’s premier gated communities.

Listing is courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (941-493-1000)

Listing Agent: Liz Carvalho (941-800-8188)