Live near the beach without breaking the bank!  Welcome to your new home in Venice Gardens.  Check out this 2 bed, 2 bath home set in a neighborhood of similar homes located just behind the Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club.  The large Florida room with pocket glass sliders expands the living space allowing for you to easily entertain both inside and outside.  Imagine bocce ball games with family and friends in your fully fenced in backyard.  The spacious kitchen has a dining area, bamboo floors and plenty of storage.  The Owner's suite offers 2 closets and a bath with a double-size shower and has its own private access to the Florida room.  Venice Gardens also has a refreshing neighborhood pool.  At the end of the day, pack up a beach chair and take a quick drive to Venice Beach to catch one of the famous Florida Gulf Coast's breathtaking sunsets and maybe even see a dolphin or two playing in the surf. This home is perfect for a first time home buyer, downsizer or as a rental for snowbirds and the location can't be beat! Located just off Center Rd, you are just a few blocks from Garden Elementary, the Venice YMCA and downtown Venice offering you many choices of unique shopping, dining and entertainment! This home has some handicap accessible features.  NO HOA or CDD fees.