6640 Riverside Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33982

IDYLLIC, RIVERFRONT LIVING ON THE BANKS OF THE PEACE RIVER. Your private, waterfront oasis awaits with this 3 bed/2.5 bath + den, exceptional riverfront property that boasts nearly 2,700 sq ft under air situated on over 1.5 acres w/ approximately 160ft on the Peace River. Property was completely remodeled in 2018 w/ no expense spared during the renovation. In addition to a beautifully updated residence, this home offers an attached two-car garage with a separate, detached two-car garage w/ workshop & tons of additional storage space at the front of the property. The tree-lined drive leads to a large circular driveway that culminates at the Tuscan-inspired home. The beauty & elegance of this property begins at the gated courtyard entrance that features a jasmine-covered trellis leading to the solid wood, double door entry. Once inside, you'll discover that beautiful travertine floors cover the main living space plus one guest bedroom & the den. The great room has a lighted tray ceiling, a handsome adobe fireplace & disappearing sliding glass doors that open to the screened lanai overlooking the lush backyard. You'll entertain in style w/ the chef-inspired kitchen offering granite counters, wood cabinetry & top-of-the-line stainless steel KitchenAid appliances including a built-in convection oven & microwave. The kitchen features a wraparound breakfast bar, center island w/ cook top range & custom copper hood, under cabinet lighting, closet pantry, wet bar w/ beverage refrigerator & adjacent dining area. Completing the kitchen space is the walk-in butler's pantry/laundry room that offers a 96-bottle, SubZero wine refrigerator, additional cabinetry, full-size washer & dryer and utility sink. Situated just off the main entry in the great room is a cozy reading corner w/ conversation seating. Almost hidden behind the fireplace is a home office w/ built-in desk & fantastic views of the backyard. The private master retreat boasts a large bedroom, oversized walk-in closet & spa-inspired master bath w/ dual sinks, corner tub & walk-in tiled shower. Split bedroom floor plan offers your guests privacy w/ two large guest rooms sharing an updated, contemporary guest bath. Covered lanai extends the living space outside & features new picture-frame screens (2018) for an unobstructed view of your backyard paradise. A wooden deck & BBQ area creates the perfect space our outdoor dining. Head out to the pool area to discover the in-ground heated pool w/ attached spa surrounded by a NEW beautiful brick paver deck. SCREEN ENCLOSURE SURROUNDING POOL DECK SEEN IN PICTURES IS TO BE REPLACED IN 2023 AT SELLER'S EXPENSE. The pool deck includes a large cabana area w/ room for table tennis, covered dining or protected storage for kayaks & fishing gear. Pool has new automatic water filler for your convenience. Follow the brick walkway from the pool to the wooden dock w/ canopied boat lift. Enjoy some of the best fishing & boating in SW Florida directly from your backyard. Amenities include hurricane protection (shutters & impact-resistant windows/sliders), 3 A/C systems including two A/C systems for the main house w/ one dedicated to the master suite, underground dog fence, two-zoned well-fed irrigation system w/ new well pump (2020), new gutters w/ leaf filters that come w/ a transferrable warranty. Lush, tropical landscaping surrounds the property creating a private oasis complete w/ numerous palms, an avocado tree & mature oaks.