12860 Richezza Dr., Venice, FL 34293

Are you looking for a cozy single family home offering privacy, but still want to be near all the action?Then this 1667 sq ft single family Capri home in the heart of Gran Paradiso in the West Villages District of Wellen Park is perfect for you. The current owners have added some lovely upgrades to the property. The driveway has been widened by 48 inches to allow 2 cars to park easily--driveway is 20"9" wide. Two decorative columns have been added to the facade to distinguish it from the other Capris. As you enter the foyer you are greeted by a large framed mirror on your left which stays with the home. A wonderful feature of this model is the spacious kitchen with an eat-in area. There is a window over the sink and one by the dinette area! Stainless steel appliances include a newer refrigerator. A neutral backsplash complements the wood cabinets and large breakfast bar, and the front of the bar has a beautiful tiled mosaic--3 bar stools convey with the home. The windows with blinds are waiting for your personal touch , and the glass slider to the lanai has Plantation Shutters. With exception of the bedrooms all flooring is tiled. The master bedroom's carpet was upgraded in 2020. Both the master and guest bathrooms were upgraded with quartz counter tops and designer vessel bowls with waterfall faucets. One of the guest rooms has built-in shelving and is used as an office; however, the shelving can be removed. The extended lanai offers privacy and solitude with a view of The Preserve. Water-proof vinyl flooring has been added to the lanai; and the ceiling of the extended portion is covered with florida glass and an electronic awning providing shade from the sun and protection from the rain. There is plenty of room to extend the lanai further out or to install a pool. The guest bath conveniently opens to the lanai so if you do add a pool, there is no need to trapse through the house in a wet suit! Gran Paradiso is a resort community offering an over-sized resort pool, hot tub, state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, fitness and game rooms. There are abundant areas to walk or ride bicycles, and it is a golf-cart friendly community. This great community is located across 41 (Tamiami Trail) from the West Villages Marketplace, Cool Today Braves Spring Training Stadium and the developing Wellen Park. The first phase of Wellen Park will be completed in the 4th quarter of 2022 and will offer an 80-acre lake for paddle boats and kayacks, designer boutique shops and restaurants and lot of areas to walk, jog, and just enjoy nature. Schedule your appointment today!