Here is your opportunity to own one of Neal Communities’ most popular and best-selling villa floor plans in the desirable North Venice area. This award-winning Tidewater villa is located within Milano, a charming, gated community of just 464 homes known with resort-style amenities. Perfectly positioned on an oversized pie-shaped lot, 272 Acerno offers exceptional privacy with a serene preserve backdrop. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone and is the ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee, and a storm door with retractable screen allows refreshing breezes to flow through the home on warm winter days. Inside, the inviting open-concept floor plan features oversized tile flooring, fresh neutral paint, and abundant natural light. The upgraded kitchen is both stylish and functional, showcasing rich dark-wood bump-and-stagger cabinetry with crown molding, full-extension drawers, pull-out lower cabinet trays, under-cabinet LED lighting, subway tile backsplash, solid-surface countertops, and elegant drum pendant lighting. Stainless-steel appliances include a gas range, brand-new dishwasher, and brand-new French-door refrigerator. The kitchen seamlessly overlooks the living and dining area accented by a tray ceiling with crown molding and a pocket sliding glass door that fully tucks away, creating a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living. Step outside to the extended 16’ x 14’ screened lanai, perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying tranquil preserve views. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat with preserve views, new carpet, and a spacious en-suite bath featuring dual vanities, a walk-in shower, a private water closet, and two generous closets. The guest bedroom also offers new carpet and a walk-in closet and is conveniently located adjacent to a full guest bath. A versatile den with three large windows and solid double doors provides the perfect space for a home office, study, or hobby room. The laundry room includes storage cabinetry and a new washer and dryer. A covered breezeway leads to the two-car garage, complete with a painted floor and built-in storage. Recent upgrades include a new water heater, dishwasher, refrigerator, washer, dryer, fresh interior paint, new bedroom carpeting, and new ceiling fans. The home also offers full hurricane protection and is located outside of a high risk flood zone for added peace of mind. Milano is a premier Neal Communities neighborhood offering a clubhouse with catering kitchen, heated resort-style pool and spa, pickleball and bocce courts, a dog park, and an active, friendly community with activities for nearly every interest. The reasonable HOA fee of $283 per month includes all landscape maintenance, exterior painting, and roof reserves. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, beaches, medical facilities, and the new Sarasota Memorial Hospital, this well-priced home delivers comfort, convenience, and the Florida lifestyle you’ve been waiting for. Don’t miss your opportunity to own in the fabulous gated community of Milano!