866 Placid Lake Dr, Osprey, FL 34229

It's easy to perfect the art of living when you live in a work of art. Located in the Woodlands of Rivendell a stunning community with extensive green spaces, parks, 24 lakes, Oscar Scherer State Park, heated community pool and nearby Pine View School. This enchanting residence is poised ideally bordering a sparkling lake to the front and a wetland preserve to the rear of the home. The curb appeal begins with tropical landscaping & paver driveway. Custom artesian designed stained-glass double door entry that welcomes you to an inviting home that is energizing yet tranquil. Created by discerning perfectionists, the sellers were able to achieve a unique home, spacious in design with unending attention to detail. Entry hall has dual sets of sconce lighting, built in wall unit with adjustable shelves, lighting and drawers. Tray ceilings in entry and great room, rimmed in crown molding with rope lighting. From the moment you enter the wide-open views of a tranquil preserve and sparkling pool capture a relaxed lifestyle. Split plan home with guest bedrooms and bath to the front and owner’s suite + den office overlooking the rear beauty. The kitchen is the heartbeat of the home with GE stainless appliances, abundant corian counters and cabinetry with a long serving area flanked by glass block features, breakfast bar with pendant lighting and adjacent dining room. Great room overlooks the breathtaking backdrop with den/office having double door entry and luxury Vinyl Plank flooring. Owners’ suite is spacious, coffered ceiling, large sitting area, patio access and dual closets outfitted with custom shelving for maximum storage. Bath with separated dual sinks, topped in quartz, vanity, walk in shower and jetted tub. Outdoor life is as compelling as indoors for Zen-like living with sliders pocketing all the way back to an uncommonly large heated salt-water 14x31 pool and hot tub. Surrounded in “pro-tile” concrete, with 6x20 covered lanai. It’s always about the view and you will enjoy the private preserve featuring Florida-friendly butterfly-pollinator plantings. Nothing captures the mood better than serene living with a menagerie of birds and wildlife. On a practical side, new air conditioning in 2020. Fabulous Osprey location near the Legacy Trail, Bay Street Dog Park, shopping, dining, tiki bars, kayaking and boating. Culturally rich downtown Sarasota and charming Venice are moments away along with many Gulf beaches.