If you've always wanted to live on the water in warm weather, this is your opportunity to do so! This unique home is located on a sailboat accesible canal in the popular boating community of South Gulf Cove. Enjoy cruising the 55 mile canal system on a sunny day in your boat which you launch from your own 10K lb. boat lift fitted with water and electricity for your convenience. Designed and constructed by Frank Fredericks Custom Homes, this well appointed home will amaze you with its dazzling water views across the wide Santa Cruz Canal. Enjoy boating activities and fishing from your own backyard when you call this piece of paradise HOME. With direct boating access to The Myakka River, Charlotte Harbor, GULF OF MEXICO and beyond, opportunities for fishing and boating are endless. Paver driveway leads to a large front tiled porch providing the perfect step to the double entry leaded glass front doors. Upon entering this property your eyes will be drawn to the breathtaking exterior views and the openness created by this split plan. Large great room features engineered wood flooring, tray ceiling, fireplace and sliders opening to the lanai. The master suite has sliders to lanai, and an ensuite bath featuring dual sinks, granite counters, separate tub and tiled Roman shower. Two additional bedrooms each have a private bath. Fourth bedroom is at front of house and is currently used as an office. An amazing kitchen, designed with imported European cabinetry, features stainless steel appliances, 24 x 24 floor tiles, two sinks, and pendant lights above granite topped island and breakfast bar. Adjacent nook offers additional area for seating and is enclosed with an aquarium window allowing an abundance of natural light to the area. The spacious lanai and pool area is accessed via sliders and creates a melding of the outdoor and indoor areas. The trex dock is accessed via steps leading from the exterior walkway abutted by an 80' retaining wall and rip-rap. Southwest Florida Gulf beaches in Boca Grande and Manasota Key are a short drive where you can spend your day walking the sandy shores, collecting shells or basking in the sun's rays. Area amenities include hiking/biking trails, restaurants, shopping centers, world class fishing and golfing opportunities, medical facilities , quaint Olde Englewood Village, historic Punta Gorda and Fisherman's Village and more! If you like distinctive details and architectural features, act now to procur your home in this beautiful tropical climate where the sun shines upon us on a daily basis.