25043 Golden Fern DrivePunta Gorda, FL 33955Price: $849,000

Experience the start of your next chapter when you drive through the impressive front entrance of Heritage Landing, flanked by majestic Royal Palms and lush landscape and pass through the entry gate. Pleasing course views will welcome you as you approach your beautifully appointed Summerville plan perched overlooking a picturesque pond framed by an impressive illuminated landscape. This desirable residence paired with a DEEDED GOLF MEMBERSHIP captures the very best of the resort lifestyle. Adding to its distinction, the home is outfitted with a whole-house solar system - a quiet luxury that pairs sustainability with long-term efficiency. Enter the home through the attractive glass-paneled double doors into a residence defined by quality and intention. Porcelain tile extends throughout, complemented by 8-foot doors, crown moldings, and a refined color palette. The great room commands attention with an expansive tray ceiling and triple sliding glass door wall drawing the eye toward the pool, water, and vegetation- a seamless integration of interior comfort and outdoor scenery. The sprawling kitchen is appointed for both daily living and elevated entertaining. Abundant shaker style cabinetry with granite tops are softly illuminated by under-cabinet lighting, with some custom pull-outs and walk-in corner pantry, providing ample storage, while the handsomely illuminated expansive center island provides ample seating while serving as a natural gathering point. GE Profile stainless steel appliances include a cooktop, built-in wall oven, microwave and dishwasher The primary suite offers a private retreat of its own, with a tray ceiling, crown moldings, a rich paneled accent wall, and a sitting area. Sliding glass doors open directly to the outdoor living space and invite you out for a midnight swim. The primary bath offers desirable finishes. Customized walk-in closet plus bonus walk-in provide ample storage, with an oversized tiled shower with multiple heads and freestanding soaking tub…a perfect place to unwind. Separate vanities with custom framed mirrors and private water closet complete this wonderful retreat. Guest accommodations are thoughtfully separated for privacy, with additional bedrooms positioned in their own wings, including a handsome ensuite with pleasing color scheme accentuated by shiplapped panelling. A dedicated study, enclosed by 8-foot glass-paneled French doors, provides a distinguished home office or den. Outdoor living is elevated to resort standard. The dramatic picture-window pool cage offers southern exposure and showcases the captivating scenery featuring colorful skies and magical wildlife. The expansive paver pool deck opens onto uninterrupted views of the pond and mature vegetation while the covered outdoor kitchen - complete with built-in grill and refrigerator - makes an ideal setting for entertaining against that same waterfront backdrop.The custom heated saltwater pool is finished with glass accent tile, complete with an elevated spa with spillover feature.. Beyond its own private grounds, the home's Heritage Landing address delivers a full resort experience - a Gordon Lewis-designed championship golf course, a resort-style pool with tiki bar, a full-service spa and fitness center, and Har-Tru tennis, pickleball, and bocce courts, all set within a guard-gated, 1,800-acre enclave along Charlotte Harbor.