1209 SAN MATEO DRIVE, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950

Breathtaking sailboat waterfront paradise awaits you in this 2 story, 7 bedroom, 5 bath pool home situated on a third of an acre just minutes to Charlotte Harbor and then on to the Gulf of Mexico. Custom built home has spectacular long view down waterway. You will notice the attention to detail as you walk into the courtyard with heated PebbleTec saltwater pool with spa and summer kitchen. Enter the Great Room with gas fireplace and ceiling soaring to loft that overlooks the main living areas. Open floor plan lends itself to easy flow and access to the lanai and waterway or the courtyard which all become part of your living area. There's plenty of room for family and friends with over 4800 square feet of living space, formal living and dining, Florida room, spacious kitchen with casual dining area, loft, and flexibility in utilizing your floor space with bedrooms that could be home gym, study, media room, etc. Separate formal dining room has built in buffet. The kitchen is a culinary enthusiast’s dream with pantry, stainless appliances, wood cabinetry, granite counters with tile back splash, built in oven and microwave, cook top island, and breakfast bar with pendant lighting that opens to the main living area and casual dining area for easy entertaining. Tasteful appointments include color accent walls, plant shelves, decorator light and fan fixtures, plantation shutters throughout, and pocket sliders for unobstructed view of the courtyard and waterway. Master suite on the first floor has coffered ceiling with crown molding, sitting area, pocket sliders leading to the courtyard, walk in closet, and private en suite bath with dual sinks, wood cabinetry, jetted soaking tub, and custom tiled and glass Roman shower. Downstairs are 2 other bedrooms that share a bath. The loft overlooking the lower level has a wet bar and wine cooler – great for entertaining! 2 other bedrooms on the 2nd level also have their own bathrooms and access to balcony. From the balcony you can also access another bedroom with a spiral staircase to the first level to another bedroom (which is used an office), with wet bar, and pool bath. Perfect for a private guest suite. You will spend many leisure hours lazing in your heated saltwater pool overlooking the beautiful waterway. Other features include new tile roof, public water and sewer, irrigation and security systems, storm covers and impact resistant windows, central vac system, zoned 4 AC system, 2 hot water heaters, and surround sound. Dedicated laundry room is equipped with front load washer & dryer, cabinets, and utility sink. And bring your boat. There’s a 30 ft concrete dock, 24K lb boat lift, and concrete seawall maintained by the City of Punta Gorda. Impressive curb appeal with brick paved drive and walkway, double door etched glass entry, decorative rock, landscape curbing, and mature palms and tropical foliage. Proximity to local beaches, dining, shopping, and golf courses makes this property ideal for the Florida lifestyle. Also, easy access to waterfront public parks with bike and walking trails and picnic areas, and boat ramps providing access to many waterways, beautiful Charlotte Harbor, and the blue waters of the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. And don’t forget historic downtown Punta Gorda and popular Fishermen’s Village with quaint shops and cafes nearby. One-of-a-kind home must be seen to be appreciated. **PLEASE ENJOY THE 3D INTERACTIVE VIRTUAL TOUR ASSOCIATED WITH THIS LISTING