16 GULF MANOR DRIVE Brand new look! Freshly painted in a neutral shade has totally transformed this already magnificent home into something even better! Picturesque Venice Island home that will charm & delight you. Ideally positioned less than ½ block to your PRIVATE BEACH, on a PRIVATE ROAD, & easy bike ride to Historic Downtown Venice. Natural light fills the home, built around the pool/patio area to enjoy the indoor/outdoor living that Florida exemplifies. Unique floor-plan flows seamlessly from the welcoming foyer throughout the living/dining/kitchen & out to the HEATED COURTYARD POOL. Casual sophistication exudes, starting from the diagonal tile flooring, extending to the CROWN MOLDING on the ceiling. Encompassing everything in between. Two bedrooms in the main home. Primary bedroom has en-suite bath & enormous closet, with sliding doors to pool. Guest bedroom is large with private bath. A notable feature is the CASITA offering a private third bedroom closet, full bath, and pool access. Offers guests privacy while still staying connected. Other features include PLANTATION SHUTTERS in most rooms, office & charming courtyard. 'Storm Catcher" wind abatement hurricane screens & located in Flood Zone X for your peace of mind. IDEALLY POSITIONED to enjoy all that downtown Venice has to offer...dining, shopping, cultural & music venues, just strolling on historic Venice Avenue. This ISLAND home could be your PRIVATE OASIS, capturing the essence of living on the island of Venice. A must see!