756 Vanderbilt Drive

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Located in The Preserve at Mission Valley, this spectacular home makes an unforgettable first impression with its picturesque charm. Mature oak and palm tree landscaping and a grand Southern-style front porch create a warm welcome. A gently curving driveway leads to a guest parking lot and a 3-car side-entry garage. Step through the beautiful front door and fall in love with an inviting interior that blends elegance with comfort. This fully furnished home showcases quality throughout with an open concept floor plan and generously sized rooms for large entertainment parties or just a cup of tea with a friend. There are 10 ft. ceilings, plantation shutters, and creamy beige ceramic tile flooring throughout the main level with extra-wide hallways providing ease of movement. The main floor features an outstanding great room, dining room, a 14 x 16 breakfast nook or family room, 4 large bedrooms, including 2 ensuites, 3 full bathrooms, and an enormous double walk-in closet in the primary suite. The beautifully appointed kitchen offers a center island counter, double wall ovens, smooth cook-top range, abundant soft-beige all wood cabinetry, Corian countertops, and top of the line appliances. There are 4 kitchen pantries including a huge 6 x 9 walk-in, 2 closets, a complete 5 x 9 butler’s pantry, also a large laundry room. The expansive 888-square-foot garage has an additional side-door entry, a separate dedicated workshop room, and a private stairway that leads to the second floor consisting of a 525 square-foot, air-conditioned bonus room offering exceptionally versatile space with endless possibilities, a 20 x 20 storage room, and a separate A/C mechanical room. The south-facing screened lanai enclosure includes a sunny terrace deck and a spacious covered lounge and dining area overlooking the private backyard with mature palm trees and a lush green backdrop. Adding to the appeal is a 5-foot-deep turquoise, jetted swim spa with a brand-new swim spa heater installed 2026. The setting offers the feel of your own private tropical retreat. Built in 2005 by renowned Caithness Construction, this custom home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated by the owner. Recent improvements also include a new ROOF & gutters, a new AC system in 2024, a brand-new Dehart security system, and a new outside Rainbird irrigation system This beautifully furnished home is ideal as a luxurious Florida winter retreat or a comfortable year-round residence. The attractive deed-restricted community includes just 17 estate-sized homes, each on at least one acre, pet-friendly, with a low annual HOA fee and NO CDD fees. Quiet, peaceful, perfect location, is tucked away from highway noise and offers convenient access to recreation and everyday essentials, including Mission Valley Golf Course with optional golf and social memberships, all new Northeast Venice Pickleball courts, the 23-mile Legacy Bike Trail, Nokomis Beach 3 miles to the west, and SMH Hospital and I-75 just 3 miles to the east.