17585 Blackfriar Dr., Fort Myers, FL 33908

This beautifully updated and fully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath pool home with a 2-car garage is nestled in the highly desirable Island Park Woodlands community of Fort Myers, FL. Offering Gulf access, space for boat storage, and remaining high and dry during recent hurricanes, this property is truly a rare find. The home features a spacious screened pool area, ideal for sunbathing, with an enclosed patio that creates a wonderful poolside gathering space. The remodeled kitchen is modern and inviting, equipped with solid surface countertops and stainless steel appliances, making it perfect for both cooking and entertaining. Both bathrooms have been stylishly updated, designed to impress. The home is enhanced with a new lighting package, making it move-in ready. Recent updates include a new A/C system, refrigerator, oven, and dishwasher installed in 2023. A new water softener and water heater were added in 2022, while the washer and dryer were replaced in 2021. The hurricane-rated garage doors and manual metal storm shutters provide extra security. There's paved boat parking along the side of the home, and the fenced pet area in backyard, complete with a doggy door. Built in 1993, the home underwent quality renovations after Hurricane Ian and only experienced minimal water intrusion, with no more than 3 inches inside any interior walls. Island Park Woodlands is a serene neighborhood of 173 homes that offers exclusive access to a community boat ramp, providing Gulf access via Ten-Mile Canal, which connects to Mullock Creek, Estero Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico. The homeowners association amenities include a tennis and pickleball court, a fully fenced playground, grills, Lake Grasmere, and a T-dock, all for an annual fee of just $240. This community is conveniently located near Terreverde Golf Course, The Forest Country Club, and a variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It also provides easy access to Southwest Florida International Airport, Florida Gulf Coast University, Lakes Regional Park, and the stunning beaches of Fort Myers, Sanibel, and Captiva. This home presents a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Lee County’s best-kept secrets.