Located in the rural community of Ridge Harbor, this tastefully appointed home is situated on an oversized half acre lot with greenbelt in rear and one side of home for beautiful view and privacy. This amazing 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has everything you need and more: an open floor plan with a bright and airy atmosphere, spacious great room, soaring vaulted ceilings, color accent walls, wood plank luxury vinyl flooring and blinds throughout, recessed lighting, and decorator light and fan fixtures. The culinary enthusiast will love this kitchen boasting rich wood cabinetry, granite counters with tile backsplash, stainless appliances, pantry, and breakfast bar that opens to the main living areas for easy entertaining. The master suite will be your relaxing retreat with 2 walk in closets providing ample storage and private en suite bath. Both the master bath and guest bath have granite counters, wood cabinetry and custom tile. You'll love unwinding on your screened lanai overlooking the park like setting of your private, fenced back yard. The separate RV pad with water and electric will be great for your extended-stay guests, and the open air patio will be great for entertaining friends and family and enjoying the fabulous Florida weather. So bring your boats, RV, and your “toys” – there’s plenty of room for all of them. Other key features of this home include storm shutters and hurricane code garage door, dedicated laundry room with front load washer & dryer and utility tub, water softener and RO system, and fenced backyard. For the gardening enthusiast there are numerous fruit trees (banana, lemon, peach), pineapple plants, raised garden bed, plus a chicken coop! Inviting curb appeal with screened front porch, “skeeter” screen on garage door, and landscape curbing. For the boating enthusiast you can join the HOA for a nominal fee of $35 per year which provides you access to the community boat ramp and island to explore the waterway that leads to the Peace River and then onto the Gulf of Mexico.
And the best part is the location: you can enjoy country living while being close to everything you need including the local beaches, dining, shopping, and golf courses that make this area so special. You can also explore the waterfront public parks with bike and walking trails and picnic areas, and the public boat ramps that give you access to the Peace and Myakka Rivers, the beautiful Charlotte Harbor, and the Gulf of Mexico. And don't forget about historic downtown Punta Gorda and popular Fishermen's village with quaint shops and cafes. Quick access to Interstate 75 with Fort Myers and Naples to the South and Sarasota and Tampa to the North. Great home in a great neighborhood.