TROPICAL PARADISE IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD!!! JUST 2.5 MILES to the WHITE SANDY BEACHES of the GULF OF MEXICO. This sprawling POOL HOME in the CITY OF VENICE has 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, a 2 CAR GARAGE and sits on an OVERSIZED CORNER LOT. With numerous varieties of palm trees, exotic plants, rare trees and bushes, the owner has lovingly transformed the backyard into a tropical paradise. The HEATED POOL is truly a pool you can swim in and not just a cocktail pool. OUTDOOR RENOVATIONS include POOL RESURFACING/REMODEL, NEW EXPANSIVE DECK/PATIO AREAS with beautiful PAVERS (2021), a PERGOLA COVERED SEATING AREA (2022), and the whole backyard has been enclosed with NEW PRIVACY FENCING (2016). Inside you'll find an open floor plan with lots of NATURAL LIGHT keeping the home's main living spaces bright and airy. The seller has taken care of the big-ticket items so you can focus on making it your own without breaking the budget. Just a few of the SELLER IMPROVEMENTS include NEW ROOF (2020), NEW TRANE HEAT PUMP HVAC (2017). Ask for the complete list of features & improvements. You'll be amazed at all the “extra space” in this home. In addition to the living room, there's a Florida Room overlooking your outdoor paradise. The large master bedroom includes a bonus area that overlooks the pool as well. You'll love the huge wrap-around walk-in master bedroom closet. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence, “winter retreat” or “investment opportunity”, this delightful home fits the bill! Venice is one of the Suncoast's best communities - just a couple miles to the quaint downtown - enjoy strolls down the Ave, boutique shops, ice cream parlors, theater, fine dining, casual outdoor cafes, concerts in the park and various festivals throughout the year. The “City by the Sea” also offers wonderful beaches, fishing, golfing, boating, shelling, shark tooth hunting, kayaking, paddle boarding and more!!! DON'T WAIT – SCHEDULE A SHOWING TODAY!