1697 N San Mateo Dr., North Port, FL 34288

Multiple Offers have been received. Please submit Final and Best by midnight tonight, March 21st. . . Situated on a PRIVATE, Oversized lot that nestles up to a peaceful FRESHWATER CANAL, you will be tickled and constantly entertained by Florida's native Wildlife and ever-changing Water and Sky Views. Approaching the over 1800 square foot home ( 3 bedroom + BONUS ROOM/ OFFICE/ DEN ) you will be impressed by the Clean-Lined Curb Appeal. The custom designed and professionally installed PAVER walkway flares wide open to match the covered, screened front portico. The pavers continue to the side of the home where the NEW 2019 A/C, well equipment, and garbage receptacles are hidden from view by all new 2019 vinyl fencing (with front and back gates for ease of access). An additional 20 x 9 foot paver deck extends from the back lanai and custom landscape curbing complete the 15k upgrade. New side and rear Gutters were added in 2019 and the Downspouts were concealed UNDERGROUND (talk about attention to detail!). Once inside, you are welcomed by volume cathedral ceilings which enhance the spacious, airy feeling. The Chef in you will prize the Gourmet Kitchen with its high-end Stainless Steel LG Appliance Package, warm WOOD Cabinets with pull-out pot and pan organizer, striking Granite Countertops, and long Breakfast Bar that can comfortably accommodate 5 serious barstools with plenty of legroom. An under sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System was added in 2019. Entertaining is a pleasure with a formal Dining Room and gracious Living Room that opens with a Triple Sliding Glass Door to your OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM (large, covered, and screened lanai). With empty lots to the left and right (neighbor purchased with privacy in mind) and only lush, tropical woods beyond the Freshwater Canal, you can really soak up the solitude. Enjoy the bonus photographs that the owner shared of the TRULY SPECTACULAR and AWE INSPIRING BACKYARD CANAL NATURE SCENES! While your piece of paradise feels secluded, the reality is that the home's location is less than 4 miles from I-75, close to Shopping and Restaurants, Beaches, Golf Courses, and Medical Facilities - You can actually see the North Port fireworks from the comfort of your lanai! Back inside you will appreciate the Split Floor Plan which separates the guest bedrooms, guest bathroom, and office (with opaque pocket sliding doors) from the rest of the house. The Master Bedroom is spacious and features Two Walk-In Closets, awesome new Ceiling Fan/ Light Fixture, and of course that incredible Water View. The Master Bathroom is equipped with Dual Sinks and handsomely tiled Walk-In Shower. For your convenience and comfort, there is an INSIDE Laundry Room. The TWO car garage is Extra Roomy, Air-Conditioned, and the garage door is Insulated. The attic was recently upgraded with 8 inches of spray-in Foam Insulation to keep the house cool and lower energy costs. In 2019 both the Air-Conditioner Condenser and Handler were replaced and in 2020 a special REME HALO Whole House In-Duct UV Light Air Purifier was installed. This is a Show-Stopping Gem of a Residence that you will Proud to call HOME!