Start living your dream in the premier "age targeted" Wellen Park community of Islandwalk at the West Villages. This DiVosta built Taft model offers a wonderful open, split floor plan with an inviting kitchen that will be the heart of your home. The gorgeous oversized granite island provides the perfect spot for friends and family to gather after a fun day at the nearby beaches or the community's resort style pools. A patio door leads to the huge expanded lanai that features a 14' X 8' covered area as well as a 30' X 10' area with wonderful sunset & sunrise views and a gorgeous long water view. The expansive master bedroom features a custom barn door that opens to a walk in shower with upgraded frameless doors & a spacious walk in closet. Dual vanities with framed mirrors offer just what you'll like for preparing for another day in Paradise. A guest bedroom provides a private area with an adjacent bath so visitors are comfortable. The flex room as you enter the home is currently used as an office, but you can utilize to your taste. The garage has an epoxy floor coating and storage options for your car, golf cart, kayaks, or bikes-perfect for the FL lifestyle! The HOA fee includes: a 24 hour staffed entry gate, cable with high speed internet, exterior landscaping, dual resort center amenities that include: state of the art fitness centers, movement studios, activities and craft rooms, lap pools, tropical resort pools, tennis, pickleball, bocce, fire pits, an event law, a lakeside gazebo, a covered veranda with BBQ grill, dog park, basketball community centers with kitchens for special events, & more! Islandwalk is also known for its many bridges and trails over glistening water for easy access through the community either on foot or by golf cart! Value added CUSTOM updates include: enhanced paver additions to the front of the home, tile floors throughout, glass french doors to the flex room, crown molding throughout, recessed lighting , a HUGE extended lanai, accordion Hurricane shutters, Storm Smart lanai shutters, custom window treatments, surge protection, generator hook-up, retractable screen door & garage door keypad. Great location with easy access to I-75, pristine beaches, historic downtown Venice, upcoming Sarasota Memorial Hospital, the Atlanta Braves ballpark & the exciting & expanding downtown Wellen Park mixed-use development.