Virtually Staged. Set on NEARLY AN ACRE overlooking the 6th hole of the pristine Paradise Golf Course! This remarkable 3,200+ square-foot residence delivers the space, privacy, resort-style outdoor living, and EXTENSIVE UPGRADES that are increasingly hard to find in one property. Located in the serene Habitat community, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home combines refined comfort, thoughtful upgrades, impressive architectural details, lush mature landscaping, and serene golf course views. For golf enthusiasts, the property backs directly to a 12-hole golf course, offering exceptional convenience right from your backyard. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the expansive floor plan features crown molding, generous room sizes, abundant storage, and water views from every bedroom. A long driveway leads to the residence, offering an extended parking area and spacious 3-car garage, with a side walkway providing easy access to the outdoor living areas. A welcoming wraparound porch showcases upgraded LP SmartSide siding, support beams and railings replaced in 2025, freshly mulched mature landscaping, and elegant French doors. Step inside to a dramatic foyer with soaring 20-foot ceilings and an immediate sightline to the sparkling pool, golf course and beyond. At the heart of the home, the beautifully updated kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, generous cabinetry, double ovens, a large walk-in pantry with built-in shelving, and a spacious layout that blends functionality with style. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the breakfast area and expansive family room, creating an inviting gathering space. Additional living areas include a formal dining room, versatile flex room, and upgraded motorized blinds in select rooms. The thoughtfully designed bedroom layout provides exceptional flexibility for family and guests. Two bedrooms feature walk-in closets plus additional built-in storage, while another offers built-in shelving, a closet and an impressive wall of windows, making it equally suited as a private office. Upstairs, discover a secluded retreat complete with a spacious bedroom, full bath with dual vanities, and an impressive 9x8 walk-in closet outfitted with custom Closet By Design built-ins. Step outside to experience what truly sets this property apart. The expansive outdoor living area embraces Florida’s year-round sunshine with an electric-heated SALTWATER pool and spa surrounded by an extended travertine deck. A full pool bath offers direct access from the outdoor living area while also connecting to the home, ideal for effortless poolside entertaining. The luxurious 2024 outdoor kitchen is beautifully equipped with granite countertops, a gas grill with a hood, refrigerator, ice maker, cabinetry, and abundant storage. Major improvements provide exceptional peace of mind, including a 2025 METAL ROOF, WHOLE-HOME GENERATOR with a 500-gallon BURIED PROPANE TANK, 11 premium Renewal by Andersen windows installed in 2026, dual A/C systems and air handlers replaced in 2025 and 2026, 2025 pool pump, WHOLE-HOME WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM with charcoal filtration and UV treatment, 2026 water heater, extensive irrigation, and more. Ideally positioned near golf, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, and approximately 15 minutes from Punta Gorda Airport, this remarkable residence delivers an exceptional combination of privacy, space, thoughtful improvements, and the quintessential Florida lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
0.97 acresLot Size
$241Price/Sq.Ft.
$14/moHOA Dues
3 car garageParking
Listed by Arleigh Wignall• KELLER WILLIAMS ISLAND LIFE REAL ESTATE
RARE GEM OF A HOME! THIS 3 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH, 3 CAR GARAGE POOL HOME IS NESTLED AMONGST LUSH LANDSCAPING PERFECTLY ON . 97 ACRE AND THE SOUTHERN MOST PART OF ARCADIA IN THE HABITAT DEED RESTRICTED COMMUNITY ON SUNNYBREEZE GOLF COURSE. YOU WILL FEEL RIGHT AT HOME FROM THE MINUTE YOU WALK UP THE FRONT STEPS TO THE PORCH SPACE WHERE YOU CAN SIT ON YOUR ROCKING CHAIRS AND ENJOY ALL THE BEAUTY THAT SURROUNDS YOU. DOUBLE FRONT DOOR ENTRY LEADS YOU TO MAGNIFICENT LIVING SPACE. FORMAL DINING ROOM IS ADJOINED WITH KITCHEN TO PROVIDE EASY ACCESS WHEN ENTERTAINING. KITCHEN BOASTS WOOD CABINETRY, SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES AND A LARGE WALK-IN PANTRY. DOWNSTAIRS PROVIDES OPEN FAMILY ROOM OFF KITCHEN WITH SLIDERS TO THE POOL AREA. 2 BEDROOMS ARE SET UP JACK AND JILL STYLE WITH A FULL BATHROOM BETWEEN THEM. THERE IS ALSO A LARGE ROOM ON OPPOSITE SIDE OF HOME THAT CAN BE USED AS A OFFICE/DEN/GYM OR WHATEVER YOU DERSIRE. MASTER BEDROOM SUITE IS SITUATED UPSTAIRS WITH A WALK-IN CLOSET, FULL MASTER BATH WITH DUAL SINKS AND JETTED TUB. ENJOY GRILLING OUT BACK BY YOUR POOL/SPA WITH YOUR BUILT IN CHARCOAL AND GAS GRILLS, SINK AND REFRIGERATOR. THERE IS ACCESS TO A FULL BATHROOM RIGHT OFF OF POOL AREA. GREAT VIEWS OF THE GOLF COURSE AND POND. THIS HOME IS LOCATED 15 MILES FROM DOWNTOWN PUNTA GORDA AND APPROX 10 MILES TO I-75 TO MAKE FOR AN EASY COMMUTE NORTH OR SOUTH.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7213817
Mar 10, 2016
Sold
$325,000
$101/sq ft
Jan 6, 2016
Pending
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Dec 23, 2015
Relisted
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Dec 23, 2015
Price Changed
$378,000
$118/sq ft
Aug 26, 2015
Pending
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Jul 23, 2015
Listed
$398,000
$124/sq ft
Beautiful home situated on a cul-de-sac in The Habitat, a deed restricted neighborhood on Sunnybreeze Golf Course in southern DeSoto County. A must see! Just 45 minutes to Ft. Myers and Sarasota and 15 minutes to downtown Punta Gorda. The kitchen is first-class with its wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless appliances, built-in desk, breakfast bar, and spacious walk in pantry with decorative glass door. Attached breakfast nook provides views of the pool and golf course, separate formal dining room with a butler's pantry adjoins the kitchen. The great room opens to the screen enclosure with heated swimming pool and spa and outdoor kitchen. Enjoy the whole house speaker system while grilling on the built-in professional grade charcoal grill with separate gas burners. Full pool/guest bath leads directly onto back porch and outdoor kitchen. The second floor is comprised of the master suite with large bedroom, walk-in closet, and sizable bathroom with his and her vanities, jetted tub, and separate shower enclosure. Bedrooms 2 & 3 located downstairs with roomy Jack and Jill style bathroom with double sinks and tub/shower combo. The utility room with floor to ceiling cabinets providing endless storage plus washer and dryer hookups and room for a second refrigerator/freezer. Bonus room with built-in cabinetry makes for a perfect office or home gym. Enjoy the formal living room with half-bath as a library or reading den. Exquisite trim carpentry through home. Owner is Licensed Real Estate Professional
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7039382
Jun 20, 2013
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7027695
Dec 26, 2011
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #C7014615
Jun 7, 2011
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,503 (+1.7%)
2024
$9,347 (+1.4%)
2023
$9,221 (+2.2%)
2022
$9,019 (+67.2%)
$51,200 + $524,445
$575,645
2021
$5,394 (+0.7%)
2020
$5,357 (+1.8%)
2019
$5,262 (+1.6%)
2018
$5,180 (+2.9%)
$18,480 + $296,092
$314,572
2017
$5,035 (−5.4%)
$18,480 + $296,092
$314,572
2016
$5,325 (−1.4%)
$18,001 + $297,865
$315,866
2015
$5,400 (+16.8%)
2014
$4,623 (+17.2%)
2013
$3,944 (+6.6%)
2012
$3,701
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.97 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,211
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,211
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeSoto County
APN
26-39-23-0500-0000-0280
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 70-78% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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