NEW REDUCED PRICE! What an opportunity! This charming and tastefully decorated 3-bedroom-2 bath home located in Venice Gokf and Country Club, one of Venice’s premier gated communities with only 587 homes. Pack your bags and get ready to enjoy sunny days and the Florida lifestyle. Make your move as either a full time resident or spend your winters away from colder climates. From the moment you drive through the gates you will recognize how special this Geo-Certified Audobon community is with its canopy of oak trees, curved streets, beautiful landscaping and the 26 ponds and 13 natural preserves. This meticulously cared for home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of the maintained neighborhoods with a separate HOA which provides lawn maintenance, lawn fertilization, trimming of shrubs, shared irrigation system, roof cleaning as well as a neighborhood pool. The 1882 square foot home features a separate living room, a dining room with built-in buffet, a kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a separate breakfast room, and a split floor plan offering privacy when entertaining overnight guests. The large partially covered lanai has what the owner calls her “Selby Garden” view where you can entertain friends or peacefully enjoy a book. Further improvements include impact windows, attractive driveway pavers, newer roof (2017), newer HVAC (2020 ), newer electrical panel (2022) and a freshly painted interior. Contents and furniture available under a separate Bill of Sale. VGCC underwent a major renovation of the Clubhouse in 2022. Meet and make new friends in the new bar, enjoy casual or formal dining indoors and out, and join friends for a beverage on cooler evenings by the fire-pit. The Wellness Center with state-of-the-art equipment was tripled in size and offers personal training, numerous classes, and a physical therapist on site.. There are numerous other activities available to its members in addition to golf and tennis. Bocce has become a big favorite and pickleball is available. Join the Wine Club, book clubs, participate on Bingo and Trivia nights, play bridge and mahjong, take a class or attend an event in the “U”, and even more! VGCC is just 5 miles from the quaint town of Venice and its shopping, restaurants and beaches, and just a short drive to Wellen Park with restaurants, outdoor events and Cool Today Park, home of the Atlanta Braves practice stadium; and 20 miles south of Sarasota Membership is mandatory. .