3301 Santa Barbara Dr, Punta Gorda, Florida
List Price: $500,000
MLS Number: C7509709

Escape to this Gulf access haven, with prime waterfront & wildlife, just 4 houses by canal to Charlotte Harbor and Peace River, where you can travel through mangroves, and then upstream to cypress landscapes, or downstream to nearby parks and Fisherman's Village. Harbor Heights' wide waters are perfect for fishing, crabbing, or small sailboat adventures, with wildlife like snook and tarpon thriving in this protected ecosystem. Inside, vaulted ceilings and tile flooring create a spacious, airy feel, complemented by a newer roof (2017), newer a/c (2019) recent re-plumbing, newer water heater, and a new pool cage/screen. The home is wind resistant, with convenient storm coverings for the windows and an impact garage door.Immerse yourself in an outdoor tropical oasis with a heated pool and spa and a very spacious pool deck designed for entertaining. Vibrant landscaping surrounds the home, with an irrigation system fed by a well. A shed and fencing enhance the convenience of the yard.Adventure out to sea, or simply stay home and fish, via the upgraded docks, kayak storage, and versatile lift that has been converted to a mechanical dock for kayaks/canoes/small boats. You can crab right from the dock, and enjoy the famed Charlotte Harbor blue crabs. The fish light draws snook, crabs, and more right to the dock, while the canal also attracts redfish, mangrove snappers, tarpon, catfish, and the occasional manatee or dolphin. The protected mangroves nurture wildlife, making the Peace River estuary a fishing paradise. NO HOA, DEED OR LEASE RESTRICTIONS. This paradise comes with a side of freedom and autonomy from restrictive community rules. As if that wasn't enough, the family golf cart can be included with the sale! Transferable flood insurance is available.Harbor Heights is a friendly community with a waterfront playground, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, and basketball courts, fishing docks, a new public boat ramp/launch and more. You can join the Harbor Heights Civic Association to participate in community clubs and events.This wildlife-rich, fishing paradise has easy I-75 access with proximity to nearby shopping and dining in historic Punta Gorda, Allegiant Airport and more. Your Florida outdoor sanctuary awaits!