“Assumable VA loan at 2.25% for eligible Vets only “ This lovely home located close to the beach is your own little paradise retreat; providing a slice of peace and serenity on 0.69 acres in a quiet neighborhood with beautiful landscaping and fenced in back yard for privacy. It’s a solid 2 bedroom, 3-bath pool home situated in the preferred X flood zone within biking distance and only 5 minutes by car; as it’s only a little bit more than a mile from beautiful Manasota Beach to enjoy year-round beach days, shell and shark tooth hunting; as well as stunning evening sunsets Even though the home has a secluded feeling; it is conveniently located within a short drive to explore and participate in multiple events and activities in old town Englewood or historic downtown Venice and even closer to everyday shopping or restaurants. There is no need to store your boat or RV - there is plenty of room to keep on the property. And the home features a detached 30x20 building with water and electricity providing an additional 600 sq ft for possibilities like an artist's studio, home office and more storage there are endless opportunities. The rear garden is expansive with a lovely little pond with waterfall and fountain, surrounded by colorful plants, flowering bushes and vines and mature oaks, pines and palms with plenty of room to enjoy in the large extended backyard area. An 8-zone remote controlled irrigation system running from private well covers front, side and majority of rear gardens to keep the lawn and gardens lush and green without the extra cost of water. The home is open plan, with tiled floors throughout for easy living. There are some upgrades in the past few years with new bath sinks, faucets and toilets, new fans and lighting fixtures, updated impact windows, new full shed roof and brand-new hot water heater and more. Great room plan includes a dining area, and kitchen with stainless appliances. Split bedrooms with the master having walk in closet with tub and shower and on the opposite side of the house the guest bedroom has its own shower room. Perfect for when guests come to visit. Lots of storage with closets in living room, hallway and both inside baths. Full wall glass sliding doors from the great room to the large screened in pool as well as glass sliding door from master gives you the year round feel of being in nature with a third bathroom complete with shower right on the pool deck. In addition, the home is being sold furnished, making it a great winter home, or investment property being so close to the beach.