***PRICE IMPROVEMENT TO $499,000**Punta Gorda Isles Sailboat Access Home Just 8 minutes to Open Water!*** Live the waterfront dream in this ideally located 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in sought-after Punta Gorda Isles - just 8 minutes from the Ponce Inlet and open waters of Charlotte Harbor, this is a boater's paradise. Base flood elevation is 10 feet - no flooding with Ian, Helene or Milton! This charming home is a clean slate, ready for your personal touches. The spacious, open floor plan features tile and a split living arrangement, with the primary suite on one side of the home separate from the guest bedroom and bath on the other side. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with multiple sliding doors that open to a large under-roof lanai and a 28x14 ft pool - perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The pool cage features brand-new screens, giving you peace of mind and comfort. Inside, the large living room has a vaulted ceiling, the kitchen boasts Corian countertops and ample cabinet space, both bathrooms have been updated with granite vanity tops and tiled walk-in showers, and you will find a dedicated laundry room with a built-in office area, ideal for remote work or hobbies. Additional highlights: generously sized rooms and closets, built-in cabinets in both living and dining rooms, located at the end of a canal for extra privacy waterside, and easy access to downtown Punta Gorda, Sunseeker Resort, Burnt Store Marina, Boca Grande, Cayo Costa and the Gulf. Whether you love sailing, power boating, or just relaxing poolside, this home offers the best of coastal living. Don't miss your chance to live in one of Florida's most desirable waterfront communities! One or more photo(s) have been virtually staged. **Please see Home Highlights in attachments**