Now is your opportunity to own this TOP FLOOR END UNIT condo with private preserve views, located in the highly sought after guard gated community of Sarasota National. Enjoy peaceful vistas off the back as you sit and relax on the oversized screened lanai which was recently upgraded with tile flooring and new paint. Off the front, experience lake views that will glisten in dramatic hues as the sun sets across the water. This condo is flooded with natural light and boasts an open concept floor plan featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a den/flex space that acts as an office or 3rd bedroom to easily fit your lifestyle. Completely maintenance free, this home is outfitted with HURRICANE IMPACT GLASS and includes a 1 car attached garage and a paver driveway that gives you additional parking. The open concept floor plan is perfect for entertaining, and two large sets of sliders in the living room and dining area, allow you to enjoy picturesque views of the preserve as you move through the space. The kitchen is stunningly appointed with shaker style cabinets that provide tons of storage, a massive island with sparkling quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, and a stainless steel appliance package by GE. Other upgrades include tile on the diagonal throughout the main living areas, extra recessed lighting, decorative crown moldings, and ceiling fans and light fixtures in every room. The large primary suite captures private preserve views, and the en suite spa inspired bathroom features a large dual sink vanity with tons of extra storage, walk in glass shower, a separate water closet for privacy, and a HUGE walk in closet. Located on the opposite side of the home creating privacy for all, the second bedroom is flooded with light thanks to large windows that overlook multiple lakes across the street. The second bathroom is spacious and offers loads of storage with an extra linen closet. There is an ample sized in unit laundry room. ALL exterior maintenance included, such as roof replacement, re painting of the exterior, all ground maintenance including re mulching and irrigation, cable TV, pest control, water, sewer, trash, and building insurance! This condo is perfect as a full time residence, a part time seasonal home, or even a great investment that will generate substantial rental income whether rented annually or as a short term seasonal rental. Located in one of the quietest parts of the community, with quick access to the owner's back gate, allowing you to enter and exit the community with ease. Live like you are on a 5 star vacation with a 30,000sf clubhouse with resort style pool, hot tub, outdoor tiki bar serving food and drinks daily, a coffee house, fine dining restaurant, 7,000sf fitness center with top of the line equipment and classes, day spa, card room, bocce ball, pickle ball, tennis, dog park, playground, and event lawn! Sarasota National is a guard gated 2400 acre International Audubon Bird Sanctuary that offers some of the most beautiful water and preserve views in all of Venice. This home is just minutes from the new and exciting town center of Wellen Park, the Atlanta Brave's spring training camp at the CoolToday Park Stadium, and tons of area amenities. Explore 3 local beaches and historic downtown Venice, all less than 15 minutes away! If you have dreamed of owning a piece of Florida's paradise, look no further than Sarasota National... one of Venice's premiere communities!