PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Location is everything! Just 1 mile from the Gulf of Mexico and NOT in a flood zone, this pristine mid-century beach-style gem offers the very best of Venice Island living. Ideally situated only a mile from downtown Venice's charming boutiques, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, this beautifully updated 1952 home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort and style. Set on an oversized, beautifully landscaped lot, this move-in-ready residence features 2 spacious bedrooms plus a versatile den/study, perfect for a home office, guest space, or hobby room. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, the home showcases high-end finishes and stylish updates while preserving its original charm. The stunning kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, complete with a wine refrigerator and abundant workspace. A generously sized laundry room offers exceptional storage and convenience. Additional features and valuable recent improvements further enhance this home's appeal, including a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a NEW A/C installed in 2026, a NEW electrical panel, a newer roof, and a NEW pool pump installed in 2025, impact windows throughout. Thoughtful design details such as a built-in dining room buffet, plantation shutters in the living room, add character and convenience throughout the home. Outdoor amenities include an enclosed outdoor shower, a charming front porch, a brick paver driveway, a large fenced backyard, and a solar-heated pool, while the cypress wood garage ceiling adds a distinctive coastal touch. The property also benefits from a private well dedicated to irrigation, helping maintain the lush landscaping year-round. Bright, inviting living spaces flow effortlessly outdoors to your own private backyard retreat, where a solar-heated pool creates the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the Florida lifestyle year-round. Enjoy the ultimate walkable lifestyle with easy access to downtown shops, dining, concerts in the park, and Venice Beach's spectacular sunsets. A unique bonus feature is the rear easement access beyond the fence, allowing convenient entry for storing a boat, jet skis, or other recreational toys in the well-built storage shed. Bursting with personality, charm, and an unbeatable location, this exceptional property truly embodies the best of coastal Florida living. This is the Venice Island home you've been waiting for!