Don’t miss the opportunity to own this very special, South Venice jewel! A home of this caliber rarely presents itself and rivals any HGTV makeover. Every detail of this charming home has been addressed to perfection. Carefully curated by its owner, this home transports you with all of the allure of a Californian or European retreat. Gorgeous, mature landscaping offers pockets of cultivated outdoor space where you can relax in privacy and comfort. Upon entering the property, you are greeted by a cove of tropical palms providing shade to a charming hammock swing and seating area. The mosaic tiled entrance to this home features a vignette of Argentinian straw hats that set the stage for what’s next. Beautifully carved wooden doors open up to a lovely living space that will stop you in your tracks. The living area features a beautiful bookcase clad in burlap with nail head trim. Custom furnishings and choice décor complete the cozy setting. The dining area, just off of the kitchen, provides for an elegant yet relaxed setting overlooking the beautiful gardens, refined outdoor living spaces and shell paths beyond. You’ll delight in the kitchen’s custom cabinetry finished in a soft gray-green lacquer and covered with beautiful soap stone counter tops and matching sink fabricated especially for this home. The exceptional Italian gas range is undeniably the focal point of the kitchen. The circulation of the home is unique in that it flows freely either way from living room to dining room to the stunning oversized lanai to the master suite area and then back again to the guest suites on the opposite side of the home. The master bedroom and guest suites are beautifully decorated with marble and mosaic clad bathrooms and custom fitted closets with wall-papered interiors. Stepping out from the lanai, be prepared to be impressed with the outdoor setting that awaits featuring a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, a potting work bench, a casual dining area and a relaxing lounge area nestled under the protection of a lovely gazebo with confederate jasmine climbing their way to the top. The easy elegance conveyed by this home is also smartly complimented by the important improvements made by the owner. Custom sold wood doors, custom hurricane impact windows and sliders, new roof, new AC, complete replumb and rewiring, new driveway, outdoor shower, new shed, new water treatment system and Florida friendly xeriscape make this home worry free, intelligent and high performing. This private oasis is located just minutes to the Venice ferry terminal that carries residents to their neighborhood secluded beach. Nearby is a boat ramp, kayak launch, parks and trails just waiting for you to enjoy all of what this special community has to offer. Call today for a private tour of this amazing home!