20445 Granlago Dr

Located on an extraordinarily beautiful waterfront lot inside the Tuscan-inspired Gran Paradiso Community. This sought-after Tivoli model has an open floor plan that overlooks a long water view from an expansive extended lanai. The large, but cozy kitchen in this home has room for everything and everyone. It features a sitting or dinette area, granite countertops, an island with bar seating, pendant lighting, 42 all wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a refrigerator with water and ice dispenser, a large pantry, and additional bar top seating. All appliances are included in the sale. The dining area has custom lighting and is large enough for a formal dining table and china closet. The entry has a glass front door and room for a hutch. There are tile floors in the main living areas, crown molding, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, and window treatments, including a shade for the lanai sliding glass door, and there is custom lighting throughout. The master bedroom room suite is light and bright, it features crown molding and a large walk-in closet. This master bathroom has dual sinks, granite countertops, wood cabinets, a walk-in shower, and a large garden soaking tub. Each of the 3 guest bedrooms has ceiling fans, window treatments, and carpet. Guest bedroom 2 serves as an ensuite that is perfect for those out-of-town guests. The guest bathrooms both have granite countertops and wood cabinets. All bathrooms have upgraded quiet exhaust fans. There is plenty of room to convert one of the bedrooms into an office or den. The separate laundry room has overhead cabinets and a deep sink. The lanai/ patio area provides more than 850 sq ft. of living space for entertaining and relaxing in the open air. There will be plenty of room for parking cars and a golf cart in the 3-car garage. This home has in-the-wall pest control and hurricane shutters for the doors and windows, and a whole home surge protector. The exterior of the home was painted in 2021 and the brick paver in both the driveway and lanai have been sealed in 2022. Enjoy maintenance-free living in this deed-restricted, gated community, with on-site management. Located in the area's only A rated school district. There are countless resort-style amenities and activities, including a community pool, spa, clubhouse, library, meeting rooms, craft room, billiards, impressive gym, tennis, pickle ball, basketball, and playground. There is a dedicated bike and golf cart path that circles the neighborhood, which has over 45 lakes and beautiful landscaping. Located within 15-20 minutes of 11 area beaches!! The Gulf of Mexico, Atlanta Braves Stadium, Airports, Many Golf Courses, Shopping, Dining, Venice Theatre. All the attractions in downtown Venice, Punta Gorda, Wellen Park, and Sarasota are only minutes away.