First time on the market - original owner! Custom 3 Bedroom/2 Bath home in sought after GULF VIEW ESTATES, a "Hidden Gem" deed-restricted community with LOW HOA FEES ($215 per year) and only 5 minutes to Manasota Key Beach plus just around the corner from all of the great shopping, dining, and entertainment offered in the Venice area!  Designed for a relaxed Florida lifestyle with an OPEN flow and split bedroom floor plan that is perfect for full-time living or a "Snow Bird" Get Away.  This OPEN PLAN has many desired custom features. The Great Room features high ceilings with a "knocked-down" finish and a triple pocket -"disappearing" sliding glass door opening to the spacious Lanai and Sparkling Screened Pool.  The Dining area features a triple "Aquarium" window overlooking the Sparkling Screened Pool and Lanai.  The Owner's Retreat features a Trayed Ceiling, a spacious Walk-In Closet, an en-suite bath with a separate private commode, a Marble Sink Vanity,  a custom Walk-In shower (with no Glass Door to Clean!), and an Exit door leading to the Screened Pool.  Rounded Corner Beads and an Arched Entryway lead to the two Guest Bedrooms, a Guest Bath with a Marble Sink Vanity, a combination tub/shower, and a Linen Closet, which are privately located on the opposite side of the home.  The efficient Galley Kitchen has a closet pantry and newer 16" ceramic tile.  Re-plumbed in 2006, roof replaced in 2013, and a new A/C in 2020 and well maintained by the original owner.