Welcome to 14189 Mindello Drive, located in the gated community of Portico in Fort Myers. Ideally positioned on a low-traffic street near the front of the community, this move-in-ready home is close to the clubhouse and resort-style amenities while offering convenient access to the community's main entrance. Built in 2018, this single-story pool home offers five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, 2,925 square feet of living space, and a spacious three-car garage, providing the perfect balance of comfort, style, and functionality. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the thoughtfully designed floor plan features tile flooring throughout the main living areas and bathrooms, complemented by luxury vinyl plank flooring in two guest bedrooms for a clean, modern, low-maintenance finish. The heart of the home is the oversized kitchen, showcasing white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large breakfast bar, separate dining nook with a picture window, and a spacious walk-in pantry. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the inviting family room, while a separate living room and formal dining room provide multiple spaces for relaxing or entertaining. Sliding glass doors open to a covered, screened lanai overlooking your private backyard retreat. Enjoy year-round outdoor living with a beautiful heated swimming pool, an expansive under-truss seating area, and additional space for outdoor dining and lounging. Privately located at the rear of the home, the spacious primary suite features tray ceilings, a seating area, an oversized custom walk-in closet with built-in shelving, and a luxurious en-suite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and an enclosed walk-in shower. The split-bedroom floor plan offers privacy for owners and guests alike. Two guest bedrooms share a full bathroom, while a third guest bedroom is adjacent to a full bathroom that also serves as the pool bath, ideal for visitors or multigenerational living. A fifth bedroom at the front of the home features a bay window, making it well suited as a bedroom, home office, or flex space. Additional highlights include an interior laundry room with white shaker cabinetry, a utility sink, extra storage, and the added benefit of no flood insurance required. Residents of Portico enjoy resort-style amenities, including a clubhouse, resort-style pool and lap pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, playground, and year-round community events. The community is pet-friendly, with fences and low-speed vehicles (LSVs) permitted. Conveniently located in the desirable Buckingham area of Fort Myers, Portico offers easy access to I-75, Downtown Fort Myers, Southwest Florida International Airport, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Combining generous living space, thoughtful upgrades, exceptional amenities, and a prime location, 14189 Mindello Drive offers the ideal Southwest Florida lifestyle and is ready to welcome you home.
