WATERFRONT ESTATE WITH GULF ACCESS & ACREAGE! An exceptionally private, beautifully updated estate on Gottfried Creek offering coveted GULF ACCESS, a raised garden area, majestic mature oak trees, lush tropical landscaping, and the rare advantage of in-town convenience. The main home showcases a thoughtfully remodeled open floor plan designed for effortless luxury living, along with brand-new A/C, a new hot water heater (2025), hurricane shutters, abundant storage, a carport, multiple storage sheds, and a workshop. The detached GUEST HOUSE/IN-LAW SUITE that was built in 2016 provides an elegant and versatile retreat with a spacious primary suite, 1.5 baths, an office with gunsmith room, a comfortable living area, one-car garage, backup GENERATOR, and safe room—ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. Outdoor living is nothing short of extraordinary, featuring a SALTWATER POOL AND SPA with new salt cell, pool heater (2020), an amazing "'TIKI BAR/BBQ AREA, a newer dock, and sweeping waterfront views that capture the essence of refined Florida living. Enjoy frequent wildlife sightings, along with fruit-bearing trees and plants including banana, pineapple, peach, mulberry, avocado, and lime. Your new home also has deeded access to the Englewood Gardens Beach Club!! This gives you access to Englewood Beach, Bay access with boardwalk and dock, Free parking for members, Bay side kayak storage and launch dock, and so much more!! Ideally located so you can enjoy unique local cuisine, DEARBORN STREET, HISTORIC DOWNTOWN VENICE, world class fishing, award winning beaches, shopping, golf, 2 spring training venues (Rays and Braves), and so much more!! Call today for your private tour and start living the Florida lifestyle!!