THIS SOUTH GULF COVE WATERFRONT HOME HAS EVERYTHING YOU HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR! With approximately 133 feet of waterfront, a saltwater heated pool, private dock, and oversized lot, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath estate-sized home is packed with thoughtful features inside and out. Architectural columns, a side-entry two-car garage, and an extended driveway with plenty of parking add to the curb appeal. Step through the double leaded glass doors into a spacious, light-filled home featuring a split floor plan with consistent diagonal tile throughout. The open concept layout includes a living room, dining area, flex/office space, and a family room centered around the kitchen, making entertaining effortless. The kitchen is designed with abundant white cabinetry, granite countertops, a tumbled stone backsplash, breakfast bar, and upper display shelves, while the aquarium window in the dining nook offers beautiful views of the lanai and waterway. A tray ceiling and triple windows overlooking the water in the family room continue the airy feel, with sliding doors that provide easy pool access. The en-suite primary bedroom is private, featuring a tray ceiling, lanai access through sliders, a large walk-in closet, and a bathroom with dual granite-topped vanities, a Jacuzzi tub, and a tiled walk-in shower with glass partition wall and built-in bench. Two guest bedrooms offer generous space—one with a reach-in closet and another with a walk-in closet reinforced with block walls on two sides, complete with A/C and media hookups. The guest bath features a tiled tub/shower combo and an oversized granite vanity. A spacious interior laundry room has upper cabinets and a utility sink. Outside, the screened and pavered lanai features a pool with a water feature that will make it seem like you are on vacation everyday. A full pool bath with a walk-in shower adds convenience after a day on the water. Your private dock, complete with electric outlets, lights, and a 10,000 lb lift, is the perfect spot to relax with a cocktail and watch the boats go by. Offering the ultimate in luxury and convenience, the dock provides easy access to multiple waterfront dining options, sandbars, shelling, and world-class fishing. Additional features include a 2023 roof and front door, epoxy-coated garage floor, screened doors including the garage, RV parking pad with a 2024 installed 50-amp hookup, hurricane shutters, a hurricane-rated shed, designer ceiling fans and window treatments, 8' doors throughout, and roll-down lanai screens for sun protection. South Gulf Cove is a voluntary HOA community situated along the scenic waterways of Charlotte Harbor, offering canal access for boating and fishing, along with beautiful natural areas ideal for walking, birdwatching, and sunsets. This community also provides access to many amenities including two boat ramps, clubhouse, community garden, walking paths, playgrounds, and picnic spots perfect for relaxing or gathering with friends. Conveniently located near Historic Boca Grande with its white-sand beaches, shopping, and dining, take a boat ride to Punta Gorda and enjoy Fisherman’s Village or the unique island of Cabbage Key. You are also just a short drive to medical facilities, grocery stores, two major league baseball spring training facilities and more. This home offers the ultimate Florida lifestyle. Contact us today to schedule your appointment to see this beautiful home at 15674 Applewhite Circle, you will be glad you did!