197 GULFVIEW RD Punta Gorda, FL 33950

BACK ON THE MARKET! Buyers contingency fell through. – Beautiful 4bedroom, 2-bathroom storm-smart, waterfront home located in the boating paradise of Punta Gorda Isles. Quick access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf beyond. This home was originally built and featured in a 14 part Bob Vila special showcasing this hurricane-resistant home. Some of the storm smart features include: cast in place steel reinforced poured concrete walls, impact resistant sliders and windows, newer electric roll down shutter on the front door, steel anchored roof trusses with secondary water barrier, impact resistant garage door & extra sturdy steel pool cage rated to withstand 130 mph winds! In addition, there is a propane generator and whole house GFI for those rare electric interruptions. Wood plank ceramic tile throughout the main living areas, crown molding in main living areas & new vinyl flooring in bedrooms. The gorgeous kitchen features granite counters, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, double oven, center island w/built-in wine rack & wine refrigerator, closet pantry, breakfast bar and recipe desk. Master suite allows easy access to the lanai, has 2 walk-in closets & a spa-like master bath w/porcelain flooring, split sinks, gorgeous soaking tub & walk-in shower. The split bedroom floor plan offers 3 large spare bedrooms located off of the family room and share an updated full bath. The large laundry room has quartz counters, storage cabinets & a utility sink. Outside, the lanai features an in-ground, heated pool & travertine tile deck. The concrete dock boasts water, electric and a 5000lb elevator boat lift. Other amenities include brick paver circular driveway, oversized 2-car garage w/side entry & lush, tropical landscaping w/fenced side yard.