RARE unobstructed and picturesque ocean views of the Gulf of Mexico from this spacious 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms condo in Venice Sands. From the first step in the door, you understand it is all about the scenery from this traditional coastal FURNISHED, end unit. This 3rd floor, northwest facing unit showcases stunning sunsets and sunrises over Venice. Once in the condo you are welcomed by an inviting dining space with plenty of room to entertain guests. The condo is highlighted by freshly painted crown molding and freshly painted 5-inch baseboards along with tile flooring and light aqua walls for an overall Zen feeling. The dining space flows into the kitchen which is conveniently located in the middle of the home. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a 60/40 split sink with a window view of Venice Beach, a brand-new STAINLESS-STEEL stovetop, oven and microwave (2023), refrigerator (2020), dishwasher (2017) plus counter tops and cabinetry galore. Running parallel to the kitchen is a hallway providing a pantry closet, another closet with a Bosch stacked washer and dryer (2017) with water heater (2019) and a third closet including the A/C (2017). At the end of the kitchen is a lengthy bar attached to the spacious living room which is framed by panoramic ocean views creating a serene beach home atmosphere. The OVERSIZED owner’s suite has multiple closets and oodles of storage (which pull out) in the ensuite spa-like bathroom. The guest bedroom, which is on the opposite side of the condo, accommodates the desirable split-bedroom floor plan. It is very spacious and offers two closets, one closet is large enough to convert to a small office if needed. The guest bathroom has been updated with glass shower doors. Two wrap-around lanais over 75 lineal feet in combined length are unique to this condominium, offering about 350 sq ft of outdoor screened space. All sliding glass doors leading to these spaces are HURRICANE impact (2019) and allow the main areas of the home to have an abundance of natural light or provide the option to utilize the remote-controlled sun shades. All lanai space has been re-engineered and includes new concrete flooring. These 12 sliders and all beach facing windows have been updated to be turtle friendly. Additional value-added features include secure, under-building garage parking (a rare find on the island of Venice and to these units), window blinds, and ample storage including a private storage closet right outside your front door. Living at Venice Sands means you are entitled to enjoy the private beach. Other amenities include a heated pool, clubhouse with a full kitchen, and shuffleboard. The community ensures security with key access to the two elevators and video surveillance. Venice Sands is a well-maintained community. To complete your living experience, you are a short walk to all the boutique shopping, diverse dining, farmer's market, art shows and many other events that historic Downtown Venice offers. South jetty fishing and boat storage are also just minutes away. Call now to schedule an appointment today to view your slice of paradise directly on the Gulf of Mexico!