12468 Palatka Drive, Venice, FL

Lake views, luxury finishes, and resort-style living come together beautifully in this nearly new, low-maintenance villa in Grand Palm, one of Venice's premier amenity-rich communities in the sought-after Wellen Park area. Built in 2024 by Neal Communities, this beautifully appointed Sandcastle 2 villa offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a den/flex room with French doors, and a premium lake-view homesite designed for easy Florida living. From the inviting front porch to the screened lanai overlooking peaceful water views, this home blends comfort, style and everyday functionality. Inside, enjoy luxury flooring throughout with no carpet, abundant natural light, tray ceilings, crown molding, pocket sliding glass doors, built-in surround sound, and a spacious great room with gorgeous views from every angle. The impressive kitchen is ideal for gathering and entertaining, featuring a large quartz island, stainless steel Profile appliances including a gas range, beautiful cabinetry, and an open flow to the main living space. The private primary suite offers an elegant en-suite bath, high-end finishes, a large walk-in closet with custom Closet Tec cabinetry and shelving, and a professionally designed accent wall. The closets in bedrooms 2 and 3 also feature Closet Tec built-ins for enhanced organization. Additional highlights include a separate laundry room with white cabinetry and a laundry sink, impact windows, storm screens for added protection and privacy, and a two-car garage with a specialty painted floor. Grand Palm offers an exceptional lifestyle with four gated entrances, multiple resort-style pools, a waterslide, splash zone, expansive clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball courts, two dog parks, winding roads, a massive natural preserve, more than 50 ponds, fishing and kayaking area, and approximately 28 miles of paved trails for walking, biking, and outdoor enjoyment. Ideally located near Wellen Park, River Road, I-75, CoolToday Park, shopping, dining,