Just beyond the front door to this amazing courtyard style home, you enter into you own private poolside paradise. To the right is the entrance into the freestanding 'CASITA' 1 bedroom / 1 bath suite, which offers versatility for guests or as a personal retreat that could be used for an office, guest space, studio or workout room. The easy access to the HEATED SALTWATER POOL from multiple areas of the house enhances the indoor-outdoor living experience. The updated kitchen features beautiful quartz countertops with a large center island and an abundance of cabinets. The laundry room has additional custom storage closets installed for added space and convenience. The spacious living room offers vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters and opens onto the ADDITIONAL back screened in lanai. Gorgeous wood flooring flow throughout the home except for tile in the kitchen and baths so NO CARPET. Lighted ceiling fans in EVERY room plus on the back lanai. The primary bedroom suite is accented with plantation shutters and offers an OVERSIZED WALK IN CLOSET measuring 6.6 x 11.11that features a built in linen chest. The primary bath has dual sinks and a custom built in vanity. There is a 40 x 5 dog run on the side of the home accessible from both the laundry room and the primary bedroom. All 16 sliders and windows have HURRICANE RESISTANT FILM for added breakage and UV heat protection for peace of mind. The home just had a NEW ROOF and the TRANE A/C system was installed in 2017. The pool lanai area just had a fresh coat of paint on the surrounding walls plus has custom pool cage lighting with its ability to change colors via remote control, adds a delightful ambiance for evening relaxation or entertaining.  Also included are 3 TV's (one in the casita, living room and pool area in addition to the pool lanai furniture, fountain and water softener system. Enjoy your days and don't worry about the yard work since all the mowing and trimming is INCLUDED in the HOA maintenance fees! The home location has a front sidewalk in addition to a rear sidewalk trail. Just 4 miles to Venice Beach and the Gulf of Mexico, 3.5 miles to Historic Downtown Venice, 4.3 miles to Sarasota Memorial Hospital, 8-9 miles to Wellen Park and the Cool Today Park Atlanta Braves Spring Training Facility. So much to do nearby with many shopping, dining, theater, and musical entertainment options. This home offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality for a truly luxurious tropical living experience in a prime location.