VENICE, FL 34293 1640 Lemon Bay DRIVE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. A HIDDEN GEM! THIS COZY RETREAT ON THE WATER HAS 105 FEET OF WATERFRONT ACCESS TO THE GULF, PLUS BEAUTIFUL VIEWS of Alligator Creek and all the vibrant nature and wildlife that thrives there. A fisherman's happy place! The private boat doc was rebuilt in 2019 and includes a 10,000 lb covered boat lift, power & water sources. Only about 1,000 feet due West of this property is where the brackish waters of Alligator Creek mix with the salt waters of the Intracoastal Waterway, and lead you to open Gulf waters! Observe dolphin, manatee and even a sea otter or two! plus dozens of species of birds and fish, and all the beauty that nature brings. Inside, a cozy & spacious home welcomes you with a fabulous second floor Primary Bedroom w/a beautifully updated en suite bath w/large step-in shower and a roomy nook for a peaceful retreat where you can enjoy morning coffee or read, away from the rest of the home and take in the gorgeous views. It is stunning! On the first floor you will find bedrooms number 2 and 3, full baths number 2 and 3, and the updated kitchen with wood cabinets, granite countertops and new appliances. Just off the kitchen you have the cozy sitting room with wood burning fireplace on one end, and on the other end of the kitchen, ample space for a dinette set next to a large bay window overlooking the pool and water view. A large laundry room offers lots of built in cabinetry to keep you organized, new washer & dryer, and direct outside access. The great room is perfect for easy, casual entertaining, or opt for the formal dining room for dinner parties and family gatherings! There is a large den or office space with sliders that open to the pool. This home is spacious and cozy all at the same time! Wood wainscoting throughout the first floor adds charm and practicality. Living room has a hurricane rated 4 part sliding door (2022) that completely opens up to the crystal blue heated pool and screened patio! This home offers many new features and updates such as a Whole House Reverse Osmosis Water Purification System (2020), new well (2020), new HWH (2023), DUAL HVAC zones with two new AC units (2024), new roof (2018), all new flooring (2022). All appliances including washer and dryer will convey with the property (2024). This property is located in the laid back beach community of South Venice and boasts a very highly rated Venice Senior H.S. plus everything is only moments away. You have all the shopping, healthcare and services one could want; such as popular grocery chains, produce market, restaurants, delis, cafes, salons, spas & health clubs, medical centers, specialists and hospitals, service stations, vets and pet grooming, thrifting and craft markets, galleries, etc. It's only a ten minute drive to downtown Venice where you can enjoy hundreds of options for entertainment and all types of dining, wine shop, cafes, live music, tiki bars, antique car shops and shows, wine bars, luxury movie theater, live community theater, boutiques, yoga, Saturday morning farmers market, parks and public beaches and many good public golf courses! Just 10 to 15 minute drive to Manasota Beach, Venice Beach, dog beaches, dog parks, Venice Fishing Pier, Legacy Trail, Shamrock Park, Venice Area Audubon Society, The Venice Rookery, and so much more. Nearby airports are Sarasota - 50 min., Punta Gorda - 50 min., Ft Myers - 75 min. Pictures can not do this unique home justice. Easy to show, and with so much going for it, this one won't last long!