One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to 301 Padova Way and your next chapter of carefree living in the exclusive Venetian Golf & River Club. This beautifully maintained home is a rare opportunity to enjoy comfort, style, and a true resort lifestyle in one of Venice's most sought-after gated communities. This elegant WCI Giorgione model offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,250+ square feet of light-filled living space with a highly desirable split floor plan that provides privacy for both owners and guests. Thoughtful upgrades and features include fresh interior paint, upgraded cabinetry and countertops, stainless steel appliances, crown molding throughout, high ceilings, a separate laundry room, and hurricane impact resistant windows, plantation shutters, and new wood plank flooring in both the primary and guest bedrooms. The home has also been freshly painted and includes an oversized two-car attached garage with ample storage, plus a walk-in closet with custom built-ins. Enjoy Florida living at its finest on the large screened-in lanai, offering peaceful water views and southern exposure, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Additional sliding glass doors with eastern exposure allow you to take in breathtaking beautiful sunrise views, making this home a true personal retreat. Residents of the Venetian Golf & River Club enjoy world-class amenities that make every day feel like a vacation. This secure, gated community is nestled along the scenic Myakka River and features a 20-acre nature park on the river's perimeter. Amenities include a Chip Powell-designed 18-hole, par-72 championship golf course (membership optional), six Har-Tru tennis courts with tennis center, three pickleball courts, a resort-style pool and dedicated lap pool, a fully equipped fitness center with exercise classes, peaceful nature trails, scenic ponds, lush green spaces, a River Club with tiki bar, an onsite restaurant, and a newly renovated banquet and event facility. If you want to explore the area, you will find that this home is conveniently located close to the new Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Legacy Trail, Gulf Coast beaches (only 10 minutes away), historic downtown Venice and Sarasota, and I-75. Whether you are looking for shopping, dining, entertainment, culture, or nature, you will find it all within easy reach. This beautiful gem will not last long. Come see it today and make your dream come true!