SOUTHERN EXPOSURE POOL HOME WITH LAKE, PRESERVE & GOLF COURSE VIEWS! Located on an oversized estate lot in the gated Cape Royal community, this move-in ready custom home offers 2,816 SF of living space, 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a 3-car garage — with peaceful lake & preserve views and no cart paths! Soaring volume ceilings, illuminated tray ceilings, impact-resistant windows & doors, custom built-ins, a decorative feature wall, & an electric fireplace create a bright & luxurious living environment. The home also features a sound system, newer televisions, water-softening, UV-purification systems. The gourmet kitchen is designed for everyday living & entertaining, featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, 42-inch soft-close cabinetry with crown molding, a stacked stone backsplash, extensive storage, & an oversized breakfast bar with generous seating. The owner's suite opens to the outdoor living area through French doors & includes two walk-in closets with built-in organization systems. The spa-inspired bathroom features dual sinks, granite countertops, custom lighting, & a large walk-in shower finished with decorative tile. Outdoor living takes center stage on the southern-exposure lanai. The heated pool receives excellent sunshine throughout the day, surrounded by an extended leathered marble pool deck, outdoor summer kitchen, covered entertaining area, & expansive screened enclosure — an exceptional setting for dining, relaxing, & entertaining beside the water. A roll-down storm shade provides added lanai protection. Recent improvements include a new roof, new pool cage, brand new AC system, and lanai storm shade for extra protection and privacy. Additional premium features include impact windows & doors, water treatment systems, and an oversized estate homesite. Cape Royal is a beautifully landscaped gated community known for its oversized homesites, lakes, preserves, low HOA fees, & community-owned 27-hole golf course. Golf membership is optional with no mandatory golf fees. Residents & guests also enjoy pickleball, tennis, bocce, a driving range, pro shop, & dining at the Caloosa Club. Located in unincorporated Lee County, the property benefits from Lee County taxes rather than Cape Coral municipal property taxes. The home is currently mapped in Flood Zone X, where flood insurance is generally not required by federally backed lenders. Near two of NW Cape Coral's most anticipated development projects. The approved Seven Islands Gulf Gateway Resort & Marina Village is planned as a mixed-use waterfront destination featuring a Marriott-branded resort hotel, waterfront restaurants, a tiki bar, public marina, lagoon-style resort beach, outdoor amphitheater, splash pad, kayak launch, dog park, & food truck area. Cape Coral Grove is planned as a 131-acre town center with more than 350,000 SF of retail, dining, & entertainment space.