Tucked away on a quaint cul-de-sac, this WATERFRONT POOL HOME in the Gardens of Gulf Cove offers the best of both worlds – serene surroundings on the canal with shops, dining and essentials just around the corner! Enjoy exceptional outdoor living on your lanai with a HEATED POOL and firepit, a covered courtyard grilling area and a CARPORT to store your kayak or other toys. Plus, INSULATED WINDOWS, ACCORDION SHUTTERS and a HURRICANE RATED GARAGE DOOR will provide you peace of mind in any season! Step inside from your enclosed front porch and be greeted by tall CATHEDRAL CEILINGS that create an airy and spacious feel. The flexible front room can serve as a formal dining room, welcoming living room or both – perfect for hosting and everyday living! The adjacent dinette includes built-in cabinetry, ideal for a coffee station or beverage bar. In the heart of the home, the kitchen boasts new cabinetry, generous counter space for prepping meals, and a pass-through window to the lanai for easy outdoor serving when dining al fresco. At the end of the day, retreat to your primary suite with a WALK-IN CLOSET and stylish EN-SUITE BATHROOM with a tile shower. Your guests will enjoy two comfortable guest bedrooms and an updated guest bathroom with granite counters. For laid-back evenings or lively gatherings, head to the spacious family room, where sliding doors open wide to welcome the breeze. Extend the celebration outdoors—gather around the firepit on cooler nights, soak up the sun poolside, or rinse off in the convenient OUTDOOR SHOWER after a refreshing swim. Beyond the pool fence lies a shaded patio perfect for grilling or playing lawn games. A short stroll leads you to the canal’s edge, where lush vegetation offers natural privacy—an ideal setting to watch the wildlife or unwind with a favorite book. This home is packed with valuable upgrades, including a BRAND-NEW WATER HEATER (2025), a NEW ROOF (2023), and updated electrical panel and plumbing. Bonus: an RV ELECTRICAL HOOKUP adds even more flexibility. Enjoy the vibrant lifestyle in the Gardens of Gulf Cove, where community amenities abound—two swimming pools, a fitness center, clubhouse, pickleball courts, and more. Head south to Rotonda West for multiple Golf Courses or drive to area beaches like Boca Grande, Englewood Beach and Manasota Beach. Take advantage of world-class boating and fishing and TWO Major League Baseball Spring Training Stadiums in the area! Call now to schedule a showing and make this serene retreat your very own!