257 LIDO Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Stunning Arthur Rutenberg Custom Build! PRESTIGIOUS CUSTOM-BUILT, WATERFRONT HOME IN PGI - Rutenberg cupola entry will set your home apart from all others. You just don’t see these come along very often. Check out this beautiful, 3 bed/2 bath, custom waterfront home, located in the heart of the sailboat section of Punta Gorda Isles and boasts a full, 110 feet of seawall. Featuring quick, deep-water sailboat access to Charlotte Harbor, it is a boater's delight and has a bonus 12,000 lb boat lift recently installed in 2021. Upon entering the home, you will be impressed by the Lighthouse foyer with its circular tile design complete with Jamestown oak wood insets, and high vaulted ceiling. Meticulous attention to detail without compromise and oak wood flooring craftsmanship continues into the dining room on the right and the bedroom/converted office to the left. The open floor plan stretches from the great room to the gourmet kitchen and the main living area features 18x18 tile floors, built in shelving as well as double tray ceilings. The chef’s kitchen boasts quartz counters, custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, tile backsplash, and pendant lighting. Enjoy the view from the breakfast nook that overlooks the pool and canal view. The split bedroom floor plan includes a spacious master suite with French doors to the lanai, double tray ceilings, a private, spa-like bathroom and oversized walk-in closet/dressing room. Master bath offers split sinks, a center tub & zero threshold glass-enclosed shower w/two shower heads. The ample sized guest room has French doors to the lanai and shares a hall bathroom with the office. Everyone loves the lanai with its impressive water views, brick paver decking, an in-ground heated self-cleaning pool with waterfall features, and a retractable awning for shade while entertaining. There is also a generous pool and boat storage closet. Steps from the lanai you'll find the private 45-foot concrete dock. Keep your boat docked out back & set off on your latest adventure from your own backyard. Reach open water in mere minutes. Water and electric hook-ups are available dockside. Lovely concrete paver driveway and entry walk. This house had zero damage throughout any of the recent storms. Come enjoy the beautiful lifestyle that is Florida, stepping off your boat and into your home! Truly a gem. Low cost assumable flood insurance just renewed. Call for a private showing today.