FABULOUS GULF-ACCESS WATERFRONT LOCATION WITH AWESOME PANORAMIC VIEWS OF PRISTINE SHELL CREEK IN ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL, PEACEFUL SETTINGS IN THE ENTIRE AREA! The fishing, boating and wildlife viewing are simply incomparable! You'll love the 114ft of water frontage and the nearly 1 acre of property with winding and beautifully landscaped driveway leading to this fantastic, IMMACULATE 2005 TIM TOWLES CUSTOM 3 BEDROOM/2 BATH/3.5 CAR GARAGE POOL HOME with the perfect open, split bedroom, great room floor plan and an incredible list of upgrades and updates, including a new roof! As you step onto the front porch with attractive tiled floor, you'll pass through the beautiful double front entry doors with leaded glass windows. Upon entering the home, you'll love the warm, neutral tones, high ceilings and abundance of natural light from the numerous windows and sliders. The great room features a wood-burning fireplace and custom, hand-scraped plank hickory floors. The lovely kitchen is graced with a long, extended wraparound breakfast bar, center island, upgraded SS appliances, cooktop, convection wall oven, a walk-in pantry, center island, solid wood hickory cabinets with built-in shelving, and solid surface countertops. The spacious dining room has plenty of room for a large table and hutch. Spacious master suite with two walk-in closets and sitting area to take in the wonderful water views. Well-equipped master bath with long, tall solid surface countertop, dual sinks, Roman shower, and large linen closet. And, directly off the master bath is a very nice two room laundry area, including long countertop, sink and cabinets with built-in slide-outs. The second bedroom makes the ideal guest quarters with its own slider to the pool area and a nice walk-in closet, while the 3rd bedroom can also function as a convenient convertible space. You'll love the oversized 35x22 side-entry 3.5 car garage for extra storage or workbench area. Outside, you'll find a large, inviting heated pool with outside shower, pool closet, and a large, extended 46x24 pool deck - plenty of room to entertain or lounge in the sun. The lanai also makes a great place to host friends or relax and just take in the marvelous water and wildlife views. Awesome paver patio by the water with fire pit, lounge chairs and fabulous water views! You're all set for boating with a large dock and 10,000 lb boat lift. Numerous upgrades and updates - Plantation Shutters in most rooms, new roof, storm protection on all openings, security system, new water treatment system 2018, newer Pebbletec pool surface, newer exterior paint, upgraded fans and light fixtures, irrigation system on well, and much more! THE FOOTPRINT OF THE HOUSE AND POOL ARE IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE FLOOD ZONE X - NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED! A community boat ramp is just down the street and is available for only $20/year. No HOA fees required! Nature abounds in this charming, peaceful community of Three Rivers, and you're less than 15 minutes from I-75 and downtown Punta Gorda, where you'll find numerous restaurants, festivals, Fishermen's Village and the popular 2.5 mile Harbor Walk. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GORGEOUS, METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED HOME WITH GREAT FISHING, GULF-ACCESS BOATING, WILDLIFE VIEWING AND ONE OF THE PRETTIEST WATERFRONT VIEWS IN THE ENTIRE AREA, DON'T WAIT TO SEE THIS VERY SPECIAL HOME!