One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Explore this expansive residence featuring a split bedroom layout (3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms) spanning more than 2,200 square feet, complemented by a 2 car garage, lap pool, situated on a double lot alongside a freshwater canal! Nestled on over half an acre, this home includes city water and sewer services and lies within an x flood zone, potentially exempting you from flood insurance costs. All of this is located within a golfing community, enriched with lush greenery and a low annual hoa fee. The entryway boasts double front doors with glass inserts, multiple windows throughout the home, and a total of five glass sliding doors opening to the pool deck, flooding the interior with natural light throughout the day. Throughout the house, youll find pocket sliding doors, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, and tile floors. Several rooms have been freshly painted. The kitchen comes outfitted with a double ceramic sink, a hands free faucet, and lengthy corian countertops, complete with a breakfast bar that can accommodate up to six people! Its generous size allows two cooks to work comfortably side by side. Next to the kitchen is a practical breakfast nook that offers views of the pool and canal. Alternatively, enjoy the formal dining room, distinguished by elegant tile flooring and graceful columns, enhancing the home's sophisticated ambiance. There are also two distinct living areas spacious enough for family gatherings and guests, centered around a cozy gas fireplace. The master suite features double doors opening to a vast room with a large walk in closet and a private ensuite bathroom, including a roomy walk in shower and a safe step bathtub designed for comfortable bathing with limited leg mobility. The bathroom is completed with dual sinks and a separate water closet for added privacy. The guest bedrooms offer ample storage, including large cubby storage space above the closets (in all bedrooms) for neatly stowing away belongings. The home boasts three full baths, one conveniently accessible from the pool area. Outside, the pool zone is enhanced with recently installed stamped pavers, a pool fountain, storage closet, and stunning canal views where you can fish for species like snapper and bass right in your backyard or embark on canoe adventures along the extensive freshwater landscape. Additional exterior features include an irrigation system drawing water directly from the canal, significantly reducing water bills. For protection and peace of mind, the property is equipped with accordian and electric storm smart hurricane shutters, along with rain gutters, a newer stamped paver driveway, beautiful architectural arches, and a screened in front porch area. Other notable features include new ac and ductwork, top of the line foam insulation, newer roof, and recently powder coated pool cage. Rotonda west is situated in between port charlotte and englewood and surrounded by 5 golf courses offering a total of 99 holes. Additionally there are walking and biking trails, a 165 acre park, serene lakes, tennis court area, playground and pavillion picnic area. Pristine gulf beaches including englewood and boca grande are just a short drive away. If you enjoy the outdoors there are ample opportunities for fishing, boating and water sports. Historic downtown punta gorda or dearborn street in englewood are both worth a visit for their charming shops, eateries and farmers' markets. Close proximity to local and regional airports!