629 Trabue Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

This home is the perfect blend of everything one could desire in a historic downtown property. Built in 2002 incorporating newer structural building elements like impact windows, built above the flood level & low maintenance Hardie Board cement fiber siding, yet keeping the old charm with a metal roof, wood floors & beautiful trim accenting the stately proportioned ten-foot ceilings. Nestled between the 2 main streets in the historic district, this fantastic location is only blocks from several parks, Fishermen’s Village Marina Resort on the Peace River & the town library & history park. The corner lot allows for a desirable side entry oversized 2-car, 616 s.f. garage, keeping the front elevation distinctly positioned amongst the tropical landscaping & specimen Royal Palms. The combination of Frame Vernacular & Victorian architecture with a coastal Key West flare creates welcoming curb appeal with a wrap-around porch along this brick paved street, named after the City’s founder. From the moment you step into the 2-sty entry Foyer, the home expands in all directions to unfold the super layout. Flanked from the prominent stairway straight ahead, a formal Living Room with gas fireplace is to the left & the first floor Owners Suite is to the right, offering corner windows within the wrap around porch. The entire back of the home expands into gathering spaces; from the Family Room, gourmet Kitchen & Dining area which flows into an amazing 576 s.f. rear screened porch. Step down from this enclosed oasis to additional patio space. The privacy engulfs you to escape within this tropical retreat. The remaining portion of the first level equips the Laundry, a bathroom & entry to a separate stairway to an upper level over the garage, whether used for Bedroom 4 with full private bath, playroom, studio or Au Pere or guest quarters, it’s 360 s.f. of fabulous flex space with a new designated AC system. The main second floor house the 2nd & 3rd very sizeable bedrooms with central bath. The dormered window alcoves bring character to these spaces with distinctive ceiling lines. Seize the tremendous opportunity & live within the downtown Punta Gorda vibe, securing your place in paradise at the terrific home at 629 Trabue Ave.