Imagine ending each day on your private screened lanai, watching the sun set over the lake and fountain. This spacious second-floor carriage home in the Venetian Golf & River Club offers more than 2,300 square feet of beautifully designed living space, with the convenience of a private elevator and an attached side-entry two-car garage. The light-filled open floor plan brings together the great room, dining area and kitchen, creating an inviting setting for both quiet evenings and entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops, 42-inch wood cabinetry with soft-close doors and pullouts, under-cabinet lighting, a walk-in pantry, breakfast bar and casual dining area. The private primary suite enjoys tranquil water views, lanai access, a walk-in closet with built-in organization and a generous walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms, a full guest bath and a separate den provide flexibility for visiting family, a home office or hobbies. Crown molding, plantation shutters, engineered hardwood and tile flooring, high ceilings, storm-rated windows and sliding glass doors add to the home's comfort and appeal. An interior laundry room with cabinetry and a utility sink completes the thoughtful layout. Residents of this gated community enjoy resort-style and lap pools, tennis, pickleball, a fitness center, clubhouse, tiki bar, nature trails and a lively calendar of social activities. All of this is conveniently located near I-75, Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice, Nokomis Beach and historic downtown Venice.