“We drove 10,000 miles in FL looking for the perfect place to live, and we found it here!” Meticulously maintained CUSTOM 3 BEDROOM/2 BATH Home with Heated POOL and SPA overlooking a SERENE WATER VIEW is now ready for a new owner! Located in sought-after GULF VIEW ESTATES, a “Hidden Gem” deed-restricted community with LOW HOA FEES of $265 per year and no CDD fees. Located only 5 minutes from Manasota Key Beach and just around the corner from great shopping, dining, and entertainment in the Venice area! This split floor plan was designed with spacious rooms throughout and a perfect layout to provide privacy for a relaxed Florida Lifestyle, whether you are here full-time or need a “SnowBird” Getaway. A Screened Entry Porch opens to the Foyer and vaulted Living and Dining Rooms. The spacious Family Room also features a Vaulted Ceiling with Wood Accent Beams and a cozy Fireplace. Adjacent to the Family Room is the fully equipped Kitchen featuring a Breakfast Bar, Eating Nook, and a convenient Pass-Thru Window for entertaining in the Lanai. Multiple sliding doors provide abundant natural light and easy direct access to the Private Lanai overlooking the beautiful Heated Pool, Spa, and tranquil Waterview. The Vaulted Owner’s Retreat has a heavy-duty, wind-resistant sliding door to the Lanai, a large Walk-In Closet, and an En-Suite bath. The En-Suite Owner’s Bath features a large Walk-In Shower and private Water Closet, a spacious vanity with Double Sinks, a Garden Soaking Tub, and a Linen Closet. The 2 large secondary bedrooms both have spacious Walk-In Closets. The Second Bath, which is conveniently located next to a Pool Exit Door, features a spacious Walk-In Shower. The Laundry Room is fully equipped and provides storage cabinets and a Laundry Tub. Lovely landscaping provides excellent curb appeal. New HVAC unit, New Roof, and New Pool Cage were all just installed in ’23! Additional features: Impact windows; Hurricane shutters; a Central VAC system; and more. This meticulously kept home is truly ready for a Lucky New Owner to move right in (furnishings can be included)!! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION – A Sparkling Water View and NO Rear Neighbors!