229 MONTELLUNA DRIVE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. HURRICANE IMPACT GLASS! WATER VIEWS! EXTENDED SCREENED-IN LANAI! Set against expansive, tranquil water views in the highly sought-after guard-gated community of Venetian Golf & River Club, this beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence with a 2-car garage with a DEDICATED bonus office/den blends architectural elegance with thoughtful upgrades and exceptional indoor/outdoor living. New IMPACT GLASS WINDOWS AND SLIDERS installed 2024, HVAC 2019. From the moment you step inside, with nearly 12-foot ceilings, crown molding throughout, plantation shutters, and newly installed PGT impact windows create a bright, airy atmosphere while offering comfort and storm-ready peace of mind. Designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, the spacious kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a GAS range with convection oven, breakfast bar seating, and a generous pantry. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the large family room and dining area, while both the family room and formal living room open through PGT impact sliding glass doors to the oversized screened lanai, framing wide water views that bring the outdoors beautifully inside. The primary bedroom also features its own PGT impact slider leading directly to the lanai, TWO walk-in closets, and a spacious en-suite bath complete with split dual vanities, a relaxing garden soaking tub, a full tiled walk-in shower, and a private water closet. Two guest bedrooms share a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom with dual vanity sinks and a tub with shower combination, while a third guest bedroom and additional full bath provide ideal accommodations for visitors. A well-equipped laundry room with built-in cabinetry and utility sink adds everyday functionality. Outdoor living truly shines on the supersized screened lanai, offering abundant space for entertaining or quiet relaxation, along with a large covered seating area, sun awning, and retractable shades, all perfectly positioned to take in the peaceful water views and Florida breezes. Located within the GOLF CART friendly, guard-gated community of Venetian Golf & River Club, residents enjoy a resort-style lifestyle with a grand clubhouse, dedicated lap pool, an amenity pool, fitness center, six Har-Tru tennis courts and 3 pickleball courts, hot tub/spa and beautifully maintained grounds. The elegant clubhouse features dining and social spaces that create a true neighborhood atmosphere—all just minutes from the charm of Venice and Gulf Coast beaches. One of the community’s most distinctive features is the scenic riverwalk along the Myakka River, perfect for peaceful morning walks, nature viewing, and sunset strolls. Conveniently located near Sarasota Memorial Hospital – Venice Campus with quick access to Interstate 75, Venetian Golf & River Club offers both tranquility and accessibility, placing shopping, dining, beaches, and everyday essentials just minutes away. This is Florida living at its best!