Welcome to this stunning residence nestled within the Venetian section of the 55+ community Cascades of Sarasota. This picturesque home boasts an oversized private lot offering breathtaking views of serene lakes and lush wetlands, creating a tranquil oasis. Enjoy your brand new Carrier AC unit and new water heater in this house that spans 2,201 square feet. The Las Palmas modified floor plan home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, providing a spacious and comfortable living experience. The living and family rooms offer versatile spaces for relaxation and entertaining. The kitchen is adorned with sleek black stainless steel appliances with counter-depth refrigerator, ensuring both style and functionality. Notably, the home is equipped with easy-to-close accordion hurricane shutters, ensuring peace of mind during inclement weather. The primary bedroom is a retreat in itself, featuring a bay window that bathes the room in natural light. Custom window treatments and shades complement the space, while custom-built closets offer ample storage. The primary bathroom is a luxurious sanctuary, boasting a roman shower, vanity seat, soaking tub, and split vanities. The home is enhanced by a freshly painted interior and exterior and with modern designer lighting and fans, the residence extends its allure outdoors with a large screened lanai and a paver outdoor porch, providing a serene space to unwind and soak in the breathtaking views of the lakes, wetlands, and mature landscaping teeming with Florida wildlife. This remarkable property offers a harmonious blend of comfort, elegance, and nature's beauty, providing a truly idyllic setting for peaceful living in the vibrant community of Cascades. The Cascades community offers a wealth of amenities, highlighted by a renovated 25,000-square-foot clubhouse. Here, residents can relish the pleasures of a heated indoor-outdoor pool, six Har-Tru tennis courts, a fully-equipped fitness center, a banquet/auditorium, a billiards room, bocce ball, horseshoes, pickleball, and diverse arts and crafts activities, including pottery classes complete with two kilns. The social aspect of life in Cascades is rich, featuring travel clubs, card and game rooms, yoga and aerobics classes, and a wide array of clubs and activities to choose from. Situated within close proximity to pristine local beaches with crystalline sands and turquoise waters, including the world-famous Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Longboat Key, this location is a beach lover's paradise. Downtown Sarasota, with its rich cultural scene, is only 15 minutes from Cascades, providing access to theaters, art galleries, museums, fine dining establishments, and cultural venues like The Asolo Repertory Theatre, the Ringling Museum, and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center. Additionally, this area offers educational opportunities, a range of restaurants, botanical gardens like Selby Gardens, the boutique-lined St. Armands Circle, and proximity to Sarasota International Airport for convenient travel. Shopping needs are met with retail options such as The Mall at University Town Center, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, and renowned healthcare facilities. Living in Cascades comes with the added benefit of no CDD fees, inclusive features like cable/internet, a security system, and maintenance of the lawn and partial plant care, all in a friendly and secure gated community. Don't miss the chance to make this house your new home!