Feel worlds away in this Venetian Estates retreat! This beautiful property has a captivating view of recreational Eldridge/Alkire Lake & its prized wildlife sanctuary. Outstanding location at the back of the neighborhood on meandering, tree-lined Lombardy Drive. Ideal north-south facing captures a cooling southern breeze, allowing year-round enjoyment of the backyard. Sunrises and sunsets on the water are stunning. Enjoy the custom enclosed-courtyard house, w/private wings centered on a beautiful, large pool; or, if you prefer to build, design your dream home on this incredible lot. The property is a sanctuary in & of itself, offering beauty, wildlife, boating & fishing from the large, private backyard. Explore by boat for miles! Birder's, or future birder's, paradise, overlooking the nature-reserve island teeming w/awe-inspiring wildlife. Enjoy lakehouse living in serene VE, where the idyllic lifestyle belies its 15-20 min proximity to the best of Houston's & Sugar Land's amenities!