SIMPLY ELEGANT, SAILBOAT ACCESS HOME IN PGI W/NEW ROOF & BIG WATER VIEW, 100+ FT SEAWALL, RARE 30,000 LB LIFT. CUSTOM UPDATES THROUGHOUT - Located in the sought-after Bird Section of Punta Gorda Isles, this exceptional, 3 bed/2 bath waterfront home delivers deep sailboat access to Charlotte Harbor in a few minutes no bridges, no obstructions, just open water and world-class fishing minutes from your backyard. Reach open water via Buckley's Pass or Ponce Outlet. Boasting over 100 ft of city-maintained seawall along a wide canal, the property provides a 54-ft concrete dock w/30,000 lb boat lift ideal for larger vessels and effortless docking. Water & electric hook-ups are available dockside. Inside, you'll find a light-filled, open layout with canal views from almost every room. The home features a formal living and dining room plus a spacious family room. Architectural details include soaring ceilings w/tray detail, quartz feature wall in family room, decorative arches and columns, custom window treatments & plantation shutters. Porcelain tile runs through all main living areas and bathrooms, while bedrooms feature warm laminate flooring. The updated chef's kitchen has high-end, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, a dual-zone wine refrigerator, custom lighting, and a separate walk-in pantry. The large laundry room includes built-in cabinetry, Samsung front-load washer/dryer, quartz countertop with deep stainless-steel sink, storage closet and an extra refrigerator. The split-bedroom floor plan offers privacy & features a luxurious owners' suite with a spa-like en-suite bath featuring two walk-in closets, split vanities with quartz countertops, a soaking tub, tiled walk-in shower & private WC. Outside, a heated saltwater pool was added in 2017. It is surrounded by an extended brick paver lanai and panoramic screen cage that maximizes the long canal views. Peace of mind comes easy thanks to an elevation of 10'7 ft & whole-house hurricane protection that includes NEW 2023 roof, impact-rated doors, windows and sliders, plus see panels for aquarium & glass block windows. Brick paver driveway leads to extra deep and wide oversized 2+ car garage. The home has a Wi-Fi Smart Panel, is wired for a bypass generator and includes a new 125-gallon propane tank supporting the 6-burner gas cooktop. Additional upgrades include: newer HVAC w/ UV air purifier, energy-efficient water heater w/ heat exchange, DC ceiling fans throughout, 2 floating electric fireplaces, Wi-Fi irrigation system, Wyze security doorbell & cameras, and freshly painted exterior. Lush tropical landscaping with decorative curbing, rock mulch, and low-maintenance palms surround the home. A fenced backyard, paver walkways, and oversized driveway enhance curb appeal. Optional HOA offers social gatherings and a chance to connect with neighbors. Ideally situated near Fishermen's Village, Gilchrist Park, Ponce de Leon Park, Laishley Marina, downtown Punta Gorda, and St Andrews South Golf Club this turn-key home combines the best of waterfront living with convenient access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Make your move today and claim your spot in paradise -- year-round boating, fishing, and sunset views await.