**Instant Equity Opportunity** Don't hesitate, this home is being offered below market value. This story book 3 bedroom 2 bath pool home provides ample privacy sitting on a corner lot with an extra lot creating a nearly half acre estate. The home boasts many recent updates, premium finishes, & so many ‘extras' you're sure to appreciate. Your screened front entry leads into the open living space with cathedral ceiling, neutral décor & tile flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the home. No expenses were spared when updating including real wood cabinetry, solid stone countertops & stainless steel appliances that grace the galley kitchen. Your guests will enjoy the roomy 2nd bedroom large enough to fit a king size bed, the luxurious guest bath with soaking tub, & the privacy the split floor plan provides. You'll look forward to work in your home office with ample natural light & storage provided by the built in cabinets & desks. Don't worry if you need the extra sleeping space; a Murphy bed provides additional sleeping accommodations. Unwind at the end of the day in your master suite overlooking the pool & sliding glass doors open to the lanai. The premium finishes & thoughtful details carried through this home are evident in the master suite with a walk-in custom closet, floor to ceiling tile shower & hand held shower head. Step out to the lanai to your heated pool & spacious deck that expands your living space outdoors. With the extra lot, the possibilities are endless to build your own outdoor oasis. A 20' x 12' shed on the lot has electric & a window AC installed makes it ready to turn into your “man cave” or “she-shed.” A 50 amp plug & water line for connecting your motor coach & the 2 car garage has built in cabinets & shelving for all your tools. The home stood strong through the storm & only sustained some exterior damage primarily a lost pool cage & fence, & some shingles on the roof are missing but post storm inspections found no evidence of leaks or water intrusion inside. The roof is 2007 & should be replaced rather than repaired. Much is offered in this home & is being sold ‘AS IS' to afford the next owner the opportunity to decide on the roof material & whether to replace the pool cage or opt to just re-construct the fence. Recent updates include updated baths & kitchen (including appliances) & the pool equipment was replaced in 2021 & AC replaced in 2019. Hurricane shutters for the entire home to insurance premiums down, & an irrigation system. This elegantly appointed home could be purchased turn-key. If you enjoy being outdoors, you'll appreciate all the recreational activities in the Gulf Cove community. Launch your boat from the private community ramp that costs only $65 a year to use where you can head south to the Gulf of Mexico or boat North where you can camp along the shores of the Myakka River. The western perimeter of the community borders the Myakka State Forest with over 30 miles of trails for hiking or riding bikes. The community has an OPTIONAL POA to join for $65 a year to access a community park located along the shores of the Myakka River. Closely located to area shops & restaurants, world class fishing, & close proximity to the beaches of Boca Grande & Manasota Key, this home & the area is a sportsman's paradise! Schedule your own private showing today; a pool home with all the amenities this home offers at this price won't be on the market long.