2174 Bayou Rd, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Experience the ultimate Southwest Florida lifestyle in this Sailboat-access waterfront home just five minutes to open water, offering a rare, unobstructed route with no bridges to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf-perfect for everything from center consoles to large vessels. Set at a higher elevation (99) with 90 feet of deep-water canal frontage, this beautifully maintained and extensively updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath, 2-car garage home welcomes you with an open split-bedroom layout, beamed cathedral ceilings, plantation shutters (2020), and crown molding that creates a bright, airy coastal feel throughout. The large kitchen shines with granite countertops, newer appliances, and abundant cabinetry including a full wall pantry. The stunning primary suite-completely renovated in 2022-offers private lanai access, a custom walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with dual granite vanities. Guests will enjoy comfortable accommodations with a jetted tub in the guest bath. Thoughtful upgrades such as updated lighting and fans, a well-equipped laundry room, and an air-conditioned garage with epoxy flooring (2021) and workspace add both comfort and functionality. Step outside to your private tropical oasis where a screened lanai with no-see-um protection surrounds a heated in-ground pool with in-water seating, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining year-round and a full private outdoor bathroom, all complemented by lush landscaping effortlessly maintained by auto irrigati