178 Crown Point Dr Escape the cold and settle into the Florida lifestyle in this delightful home nestled on a quiet street within the active and gated 55+ community of King's Gate Park. Whether you're here for the winter or ready to make Florida home, this charming retreat offers comfort, convenience, and peace of mind. A welcoming covered front porch leads to a raised lanai-an ideal space to relax, watch TV, or enjoy your morning coffee. Just inside, a quaint office area provides a perfect spot for light remote work, planning your day's adventures, or staying connected with family back home. The lanai also features a storage wall and a conveniently tucked-away stackable washer and dryer. Step outside to the back deck and enjoy quiet afternoons overlooking a spacious, private backyard bordered by wooded trees-perfect for soaking up the sunshine, reading a book, or unwinding after a day at the beach. Inside, the living room offers comfortable seating and a second television, creating an inviting space to relax or entertain in. The kitchen is warm and welcoming with oak cabinetry, a tiled backsplash, pantry storage, and a cozy window-side dining area with seating for four. The bathroom features a corner shower and linen closet, while the bedroom is thoughtfully designed with built-in cabinetry above the bed, night tables on each side, double closets with drawers below, and a built-in bureau near the rear exit-ideal for extended seasonal stays. King's Gate Park is an adult community for persons 55 or older and is a Florida Condo Association that offers resort-style amenities including a heated pool, clubhouse for social events, fitness center, craft room, and courts for tennis, pickleball, and shuffleboard. Ideally located just 4 miles from Nokomis Beach and North Jetty, and minutes from downtown Venice's charming shops and dining, this home makes it easy to enjoy the best of Florida's winter lifestyle-just lock up and head south.