Here’s a great opportunity to live near the beach in a private enclave where designer-style homes are neatly arranged around a large lake. Stonewalk is Venice neighborhood that was originally scheduled for development in 2006 but ended breaking ground a couple of years later with a new builder. If you are familiar with the work of Medallion Home, you know that you can expect quality construction along with plenty of style.

There are only 72 single-family residences in Stonewalk Preserve; about half of them face the large lake in the middle of the neighborhood, and the rest enjoy nice views of green spaces. This is a fairly large community despite having a single street that loops around the lake, but it is also completely buffered from the traffic running along East Venice Avenue.

Stonewalk is the kind of neighborhood that exudes curb appeal. The models built by Medallion Home are inspired by Mediterranean architecture, and most of them have been upgraded with a private swimming pool. As you can imagine, homes with a pool facing the lake are the most sought-after models in Stonewalk, and their prices range around $600K if we are talking about a four-bedroom property. All the models have extras such as natural stone counters, designers kitchens, and Florida rooms where you can enjoy lazy afternoons.

When you tour Stonewalk, you will notice that the landscaping is manicured, the trees are fully grown, the lake looks impeccable, and there are no visible electrical cables or piping. All the utilities are underground, and the homes have storm shutters for maximum protection during hurricane season.

The location of this neighborhood makes it even more attractive for families and retirees; it is almost next door to the western boundary of Myakka River State Park, and driving to Warm Mineral Springs in North Port will take you about five minutes. If you take East Venice Avenue to the west, you will be at the Jacaranda Commons Shopping Center in just a few minutes, and getting to Venice Beach will take you less than 20 minutes.