Description

**ONLY MINUTES TO OPEN WATER** Beautifully appointed custom-built 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a private office and oversized 3-car garage, located in the Gulf Cove community. Built in 2015, this freshly painted home showcases quality craftsmanship and thoughtful upgrades throughout, including crown molding, arched doors, plantation shutters, premium lighting and ceiling fans, high ceilings, and durable porcelain tile flooring (no carpet). MOST FURNISHINGS NEGOTIABLE! Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring gorgeous sunrises year round, and a NEWLY BUILT heated saltwater pool and spa with lighted screen enclosure. Constructed with the highest-quality contemporary materials and the most current, stylish selections, this is truly one of the best designer pools you will find. The extended paver lanai is absolutely perfect for entertaining and relaxing in the Florida sunshine. When you step into the home, you will know the vibes are *just right*, right here. The open-concept layout features a spacious living area, formal dining room with tray ceiling, and a large kitchen with a large island, 42-inch cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. This home includes a private office with French doors, ideal for working from home. The split-bedroom floorplan provides privacy for guests, while the primary suite offers dual walk-in closets, dual vanities, private water closet, and a Roman-style walk-in shower with built-in bench. Additional highlights include remote-controlled hurricane shutters on the lanai, accordion hurricane shutters, and state-of-the-art impact-resistant EKOROOF tile roofing. Also note the custom closet shelving, overhead garage storage, and a third garage bay that is enclosed and air conditioned, perfect for a workshop, hobby room, gym, or game room. For boaters, a private path leads to the dock and your 10,000-pound covered boat lift, offering quick access to the open waters of the Myakka River and Charlotte Harbor without long idle times or lock systems. Residents may enjoy OPTIONAL access to the Gulf Cove community boat ramp and riverfront park for just $65 annually. Gulf Cove also borders the Myakka State Forest, with over 30 miles of trails for hiking and biking. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, world-class fishing, and the beaches of Boca Grande and Manasota Key, this property delivers the ultimate Southwest Florida boating and outdoor lifestyle.