5030 Whitestone Dr., Venice, FL 34293

This spectacular and unique courtyard home is located on a premier waterfront lot offering 3-bedrooms and 3-baths, surrounding the private pool area. This gem of an oasis is in the Southwood neighborhood of Whitestone, a picturesque maintenance-free gated community. Rooms open directly to the courtyard pool, providing that tropical vacation experience along with that sense of privacy. Enter the foyer with its air of formality, displaying in-laid mosaic tile flooring, 10’ ceilings to the living and dining rooms, and expansive water views. The kitchen, breakfast and family rooms are ideally positioned, opening directly onto the courtyard. The kitchen boasts stainless appliances and a breakfast bar. The family room has a wood burning fireplace and built-ins for an entertainment center and your personal decorative items. The master bedroom suite is separated from the other living areas and opens directly through sliding doors to the courtyard pool. The 2nd bedroom, complete with built-ins, is on the other side of the main home, with sliders to the courtyard pool and a full bath. The 3rd bedroom, the “Casita” en-suite, is a charming retreat for guests. It is separated from the main home, but accessible via sliders to the courtyard pool. Amenities at Whitestone include a clubhouse, heated pool and low HOA fees. Venice Island, its quaint shops, restaurants, Gulf beaches, fishing piers, boating facilities, medical facilities and other cultural venues are just minutes away.