113 PORTOFINO DRIVE, North Venice, FL, 34275

Approaching the door of this incredible property immediately lets you know you're in a magical place. The custom-etched mermaid doors with inner lighting begin your journey into this spectacular Raphael estate home located in the Venetian Golf and Country Club. You will enter the formal living/dining areas with pocketing doors overlooking the pool and lanai. Soaring ceilings with recessed lighting, crown molding and coffered ceilings add to the dramatic feel of this immaculate home while the flow from room to room is perfect for entertaining with multiple access points through sliding glass doors to the lanai area that will be the centerpiece for your outdoor gatherings. The gourmet kitchen/informal living area is packed with added extras, premium fixtures and new upgrades including stainless appliances, extra cabinetry, above and under-counter lighting, stone backsplash, reverse osmosis water system, on-demand hot water to name just a few. Other upgrades include 22-inch Carducci Italian floor tiles throughout, LED lighting, electric fireplace, granite countertops, whole-home backup generator and a three-car garage. The breathtaking outdoor lanai with heated pool and spa, oversized, newly resurfaced deck and recently rescreened two-story cage overlooking the lake and preserve make this a true paradise. Every step you take in this home will reveal yet another well-thought-out upgrade or special touch. You won't want to miss this dream-come-true home.