Welcome home to 710 N River Rd.... a three bedroom, 2 bath, custom built Key West Style home nestled on 5 acres within Myakka River Trails. Your breath will be taken away as you enter this unique community reminiscent of Old Florida... The developer's vision was to establish a community that would complement the existing flora which is evidenced by it's low density of properties accessible by a private road graced with majestic pines, tall palms and a canopy of spreading oaks. This beautiful home greets with an expansive wrap around porch. Inside find open layout with high ceilings, a functional cupola, large windows, solid interior doors and spacious rooms throughout. A floor to ceiling limestone fireplace (locally mined) warms the great room. Pocketing 12' glass doors open to the lanai/pool area with private nature views beyond. The kitchen was just updated with beautiful quartz countertops, marble backsplashes, stainless steel sink and faucet.Other recent updates include new light fixtures and ceiling fans throughout, out-building HVAC and new pool heater. The charming 525 sq.ft. out-building (previously used as a woodworking shop) awaits your customized use- art studio, guest and/or in-law suite, home gym, man cave, she shed, home office, additional two car garage... your vision, your special space! Large private property is a rare find and sure to provide you with a daily refresh/reset... enjoy homegrown guava, star fruit and bananas by day and be lulled asleep at night by your resident barred owl. Community amenities include a private boat dock, clubhouse with community pool, pavilion, lighted tennis courts and playground. Nearby Wellen Park offers many points of interest- sports, shopping, entertainment, a weekly farmer's market... Minutes away is charming downtown Venice with it's great restaurants and beaches. And with I75 just down the street all that SW Florida has to offerconveniently awaits you. This truly special property is the one you've been waiting for!