616 Valencia Rd., Venice, FL 34285

This is the architectural gem you have been waiting for, an iconic Florida mid-century modern beach house, just seven doors from the Gulf Of Mexico. Designed by Ralph Twitchell (1953), this historic Sarasota School of Architecture home is featured in the book, Sarasota Modern by Andrew Weaving (pp 110-123). The combination of beautiful polished terrazzo floors, sliding walls of glass, stacked Ocala block privacy walls and lush, tropical gardens create a thrilling sense of light, warmth and harmony with nature that changes throughout the day. There are two master bedrooms, en-suite, plus a small third bedroom 15.5'x7.5' accessible from the biggest master. It is currently used as an artist's studio, but could also be a nice home office or nursery. The neighborhood is historic and charming, with hidden pocket parks and a nice, walkable scale. It was designed and built in the 1920s by John Nolen, the American Master Landscape Architect and City Planner. Downtown Venice is just a few blocks away and has lovely restaurants, live music and quaint shops. You can go fishing, boating, enjoy several area beaches or ride bikes on special trails nearby. This property is not in a flood zone and there is room for a pool. A survey is available for your kind review.