8320 Riverside Drive 101

Welcome to the waterfront community of Lazy Lagoon in Punta Gorda! This charming custom site-built home offers 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms +versatile den. The open-concept living and kitchen area features a spacious layout filled with natural light and coastal charm. The kitchen showcases a functional U-shaped design with abundant counter space and eye-catching turquoise cabinetry. Neutral countertops & white appliances create a clean and cohesive aesthetic. Built-in shelving, additional cabinetry, and a generous walk-in pantry provide exceptional storage and convenience. Bamboo wood flooring flows throughout the home while raised vaulted ceilings create an airy, open feel. Tropical-inspired paint colors, skylights, and ceiling fans enhance the bright and breezy atmosphere. Bluetooth-ready built-in ceiling speakers allow you to enjoy music throughout the home. Energy-efficient upgrades include hurricane-resistant insulated siding, heat-reflective sub-roofing, and a 2017 AMS Weather-Lok aluminum roof-over system offering outstanding durability, energy efficiency, and a lifetime transferable warranty. The primary bedroom features a generous closet, hidden cabinetry for golf clubs/gear, and ensuite bath complete with a tub/shower combo, integrated laundry area and additional concealed storage. The den offers exceptional flexibility as a guest room, home office, or additional living space. Its full bath includes a freestanding single-sink vanity and a relaxing deep soaking tub, complemented by a dedicated tankless water heater to ensure endless hot water for a spa-like experience. Step outside through sliding glass doors with privacy blinds onto the beautifully designed 16x12 covered deck. This elevated outdoor living space features durable low-maintenance decking, generous room for seating and dining, and a large overhead canopy providing shade and weather protection. Beneath the deck, a built-in “boat house” conveniently stores two included Hurricane Santee 126 kayaks with paddles. Additional features include a covered carport with new shade lattice and native landscaping, Bahama-style hurricane-rated storm shutters, aluminum hurricane-rated panels for the sliding doors, clear hurricane-rated panels for the bathrooms and kitchen, Eemax tankless water heater (2020), upgraded plumbing fixtures, and 12 "SmartJack" support posts designed to help prevent settling and reduce the need for periodic releveling. Residents of Lazy Lagoon enjoy a variety of amenities tailored to an active Florida lifestyle, including a private boat ramp with direct access to Shell Creek, over 2,000 feet of maintained waterfront shoreline, shuffleboard courts, billiards room, and a spacious clubhouse. A secure storage compound for boats and trailers is also available for a nominal annual fee. Conveniently located just minutes from Punta Gorda, this exceptional waterfront home offers easy access to boating, waterfront dining, shopping, parks and entertainment.