13480 Palmetto Grove Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33905

Southern exposure on a freshwater lake! This Rutenberg Custom Home enjoys panoramic views, an open floor plan, and upgrades galore, both inside and out. This 3BR 3BA with Bonus Room and separate home office is spacious and airy, and includes an oversized two car garage. The owners have updated and upgraded many features of the home: Saltwater pool and spa, upgraded 400K BTU gas pool and spa heater, web-based remote pool controls, crown molding, added solar pool heating, upgraded ceiling fans and custom lighting, security system including remote cameras, water softener, MANABLOC manifold plumbing control system, poolside outdoor grill and sink, central vacuum, humidity control system, gorgeous paver brick lanai, dimmers throughout the home, in-wall and a under slab pest control system, terrific mature landscaping and professionally installed landscape lighting, plantation shutters, custom wood shelving in master. Gourmet kitchen with the granite tops and stainless appliances make cooking a joy with the views of the outdoors! Privacy and Old Florida Living with all the perks! Verandah is a sprawling award-winning gated golf and tennis community. It comes complete with 9 miles of biking and hiking trails, dog park, play areas, kayaks for free use by residents, state-of-the-art fitness center, resort style pool, two championship golf courses, five clay tennis courts, fishing in the lakes and ponds, clubhouse with restaurant and pub. This is simply a great house, located in a convenient, warm, and welcoming community. The home is close to both Fort Myers and Punta Gorda airports, and just one mile south of the Caloosachatchee River where you can boat, fish, and water ski. The Lee County Manatee Park is just around the corner. Downtown Fort Myers is nearby and offers wonderful fine and causal dining opportunities. Come and find your slice of happiness!