Under contract-accepting backup offers. WATER VIEWS! HURRICANE PROTECTION! MAINTENANCE FREE LIVING! Live the coastal lifestyle you've been dreaming of! Located 'West of the Trail' in the gated community of The Inlets, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom split floor plan home offers comfort, style, and stunning water views. Recent updates include HVAC and hurricane rated garage door (2023), new electrical panel and hurricane impact windows (2018)! You'll love the open layout from the moment you step inside with a vaulted ceiling in the living room and spacious family room to the rear of the home, that features almost 16 feet of hurricane-impact sliding glass doors that bring the outdoors in. Step outside onto your Trex deck overlooking the water - the perfect spot to relax, watch the ducks swim, or sip your morning coffee. The spacious and updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a center island, large pantry closet and a cozy dining area, ideal for everyday meals or perfect for entertaining. The primary suite includes two separate closets, a private en-suite bath with a tub and shower combo. One of the guest bedrooms also offers water views, dual closets and access to the guest bathroom with an updated tile shower. There is a possibility to have TWO primary bedrooms with this gorgeous water view home and still have room for a guest or office space with a third bedroom. The guest bathroom is accessible for all guests with a secondary door from the hallway. The interior laundry room has added cabinets for the extra storage you may need. Engineered hardwood floors flow through the main living areas, with tile in the baths and carpet in the bedrooms for added comfort. You'll appreciate the hurricane-impact windows, new HVAC (2023), updated electrical panel and garage door (2018). The Inlets is a gated golf cart-friendly community located 'West of the Trail', close to the Legacy Trail and downtown Venice, Nokomis beach is just one mile from the back gate! The dues include Direct TV, internet, irrigation, lawn maintenance, landscaping, RV storage when available and use of the community amenities. This amenity rich community includes a heated pool, hot tub, fitness room, library, tennis courts, shuffleboard courts, pickleball courts, and a full schedule of community social and recreational activities!