455 OTTER CREEK DRIVE, VENICE, FL 34292

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this exquisite 3-bedroom + den, 2-bathroom, 2 1/2 car garage, pool home in the desirable gated, golfing (optional) community of Sawgrass1! Set on a sprawling lot of over 1/3 acre, this property dazzles with over $180,000 in recent upgrades and a seamless blend of modern comfort and classic charm.  As you approach, the fresh exterior paint, circular driveway with pavers, professional landscaping, landscape lighting and double lead glass doors welcomes you with undeniable curb appeal.  Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully improved, beginning with a new tile roof (2022), new flooring, fresh interior paint, and the mosaic tiles, plantation shutters and new window and door moldings add an elegant touch.   Inside, the open floor, plan with almost 2500 feet of luxurious living space, has 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, classy diagonal tiles, new light fixtures and is truly move in ready.  The heart of the home, the kitchen has soaring ceilings with elegant woodwork, granite countertops, large island, roomy breakfast bar and undercabinet lighting.   Adjacent is the family room, where a fireplace is perfect for cozy evenings, the lanai doors fully open and the many windows offer an abundance of natural light.  The sumptuous primary suite is a sanctuary, boasting a beautifully remodeled ensuite bathroom, 2 closets (one a walk-in with custom shelving) and sliders to the lanai.   Delight in the spa like primary bathroom with its luxurious Roman walk-in shower, garden tub, dual, quartz vanities and private commode.  The split floorplan with guest suite offers 2 spacious, private bedrooms, another walk-in closet and a nicely remodeled 2nd bathroom. Relax or entertain in your private paradise with mesmerizing water views, a soothing waterfall feature and lush tropical landscaping, while floating in the saltwater pool with brand new heater and 2-year-old pool pump - a true oasis.  Bonus:  the flex space could easily be a home office or craft room, the 2 1/2 car garage has plenty of room for your golf cart or extra toys and the home is not in a flood zone.   Sawgrass offers a vibrant lifestyle with wonderful amenities, including a resort style community pool, fitness center, active clubhouse and pickleball courts with low HOA fees and no CDD fee.  Ideally located - just 4 miles from Venice Island’s beaches, dining, and cultural offerings, this home is also conveniently close to Sarasota Memorial Hospital, I-75, and the expanding Wellen Park community.  Don’t miss this rare opportunity for luxury, location, and lifestyle - this spectacular home truly has it all!  Be sure to watch the video.