Welcome to the sought-after community of Southwood in Venice, Florida! This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features high ceilings, offering an open and airy ambiance. It has been recently updated with BRAND NEW CARPETING, fresh interior paint and the roof was replaced in 2017. The primary bedroom offers both a walk-in closet and a built-in closet, along with a private door to the lanai. Enjoy peaceful privacy as you relax on your covered and screened lanai with serene, wooded views. The kitchen offers an eat-in area with sliding glass doors also leading to the lanai. Southwood is an established, deed-restricted community where ground maintenance, irrigation, cable, and access to the heated neighborhood pool are included in the low HOA fee. NO CDD FEES or mandatory flood insurance required here, and the community is pet-friendly with sidewalks throughout. The location is unbeatable, close to everything you need - shopping, restaurants, beaches, golf courses, a library, pet-friendly parks, and more. You're also near the charm of Venice Island and the exciting new amenities of Wellen Park. This home offers the perfect opportunity to experience the Florida lifestyle we all crave. Don't wait! Schedule your viewing today and discover the Southwood living experience!