Finding that sweet spot between daily functionality, spaciousness, and versatility for the occasional guest is no easy task. But combining form and intelligent space planning, one can create ample space as well as a strong sense of place. Case in point: This 2,138 square foot lake and golf-side beauty in Venetian Golf & River Club. Intelligent design is captured from its soothing infinity pool and spa, where you can watch birds feed their young, and the young learn to fly. The owner thoughtfully maximized everyday living by adapting the 3rd bedroom as a den, readily converted to an additional guest bedroom on the occasional visits from family and friends. Similarly, the study, a gorgeous room full of windows and light, can equally and suitably serve your varied interests. The kitchen, great room and dining room are open and expansive, consistent with today’s expectant Florida standards. Features include hardwood cabinets, granite counters, gas cooking, volume and tray ceilings, tile in all common living areas, and a handsome paver brick lanai which has been plumbed for an outdoor kitchen. Providing an active social life, amenities at Venetian Golf & River Club include dining, resort pool and hot tub, separate lap pool, tiki bar, 6 lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, gym, aerobics room, and a ½ mile boardwalk “Old Florida” nature walk to a portion of the Myakka River. For the golfer, the private and spectacular 18-hole course with undulating and challenging greens, and a magnificent clubhouse, are sure to please. Minutes away are the newly opened Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice, and the quaint shops, restaurants, beaches, biking trails, and other cultural and recreational venues of Venice Island. And, easy access to I-75 further expands your entertainment options, with the City of Sarasota approximately 15 miles away.