451 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

SHORT SALE. BANK APPROVED PRICE. HISTORIC HOME AND CARRIAGE HOUSE LOCATED IN THE HEART OF PUNTA GORDA HISTORIC DISTRICT WITH 3 FRONT PORCHES OFFERING BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF CHARLOTTE HARBOR AND GILCHRIST PARK.The main house is 2894 SQ. FT. and can be set up as a 3 bedroom, 3 bath. This 19th century home has been elegantly updated, blending old world charm with all the amenities and ease of 21st century living, including hurricane impact windows. First floor with hardwood floors throughout boasts: family room with fireplace, expansive living room, renovated kitchen offering cherry wood cabinets, granite counters, Frigidaire Professional Series Appliances and Center Island with Jen-Aire cook top grill and a grand dining room with tray ceiling, chandelier and gorgeous built-ins. Custom spiral staircase or Inclinator elevator lead to the 2nd floor with original heart of pine flooring and 2 bedroom suites both with private baths featuring Travertine floors, marble counters and maple cabinetry plus the master bath has Jacuzzi tub and Roman Shower. Brick walkways lead to the pool which is surrounded by brick pavers and a summer kitchen and to the carriage house with 2 separate one bedroom apartments, great for guest or for extra income. DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Buyer to pay $495 processing and handling fee at closing to listing broker