Rarely available and highly sought-after resort-style condo in the heart of Venice at Bird Bay Village! Welcome to your private retreat in this spacious first-floor split-floor plan condo offering over 1500 sqft of comfortable living space including the expansive screened lanai and private front patio. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath haven provides privacy and function with beautifully remodeled bathrooms and stunning wood-look laminate floors throughout with tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and tranquil views of Roberts Bay with mature trees and mangroves from your expansive lanai. Both bedrooms and living room feature glass sliders that lead to the lanai that looks and feels like you're in a tree house! The back sliding glass doors all have built-in hurricane shutters for your peace of mind. The spacious and bright kitchen opens to a charming patio through sliding glass doors—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Nestled in the peaceful community of Bird Bay Village, you'll enjoy access to 3 community pools, a clubhouse, tennis and pickle ball courts, fitness center, a library, shuffleboard and bocce courts, and your private carport and storage shed. Close to downtown Venice full of wonderful restaurants and unique shops, boutiques, galleries, our beloved Venice theater for the performing arts, endless entertainment possibilities, and our world-famous Gulf Coast Beaches. Whether you're looking for a peaceful primary residence, a snowbird escape, or an investor-friendly property with strong rental potential, this is your opportunity to own a move-in ready gem in a premier location with access to the Legacy Trail, Venetian Waterway Park bike trail and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. The HOA fee covers Grounds Maintenance, Exterior Maintenance, Manager, Pest Control, Cable TV, Water, Trash, Sewer, Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Pool Maintenance, Escrow Reserves Fund, and Recreational Facilities. This move-in ready gem offers the perfect blend of serenity, convenience, and Florida lifestyle. It's truly a haven that you'll never want to leave!