43763 Longleaf LanePunta Gorda, FL, 33982

Welcome to 43763 Longleaf Lane in Babcock Ranch, FL!

This is the one everyone's been waiting for. Nestled in Lake Babcock, one of Babcock Ranch's most mature and coveted neighborhoods, this stunning 3-bedroom plus den home delivers the full Florida dream on a premium lake-view lot with a private screened pool, three-car garage, and over 2,100 square feet of thoughtfully upgraded living space. And for qualified veterans, it gets even better: this home is eligible for an assumable VA loan at an extraordinary 2.35% interest rate. In today's market, that is not just a perk, that is a game changer.

Pull up to impeccable curb appeal: a paver driveway, lush tropical landscaping, and clean modern stucco that hints at everything waiting inside. Step through the front door into a bold board-and-batten entryway with dramatic gray paneling that flows into a bright, open-concept layout designed for real life and effortless entertaining. The great room is anchored by oversized tile floors, recessed lighting, and sliding glass doors that frame your pool and lake view like a living painting.

The kitchen will stop you in your tracks. Crisp white shaker cabinets, granite countertops on every surface, a bar-seating island, wall oven and microwave, and a patterned geometric backsplash that adds just the right amount of personality. There's even a dedicated custom built walk-in pantry for the chef who means business.

The flexible den has been converted into a full fourth bedroom with a barn door and wall-mounted closet, while the primary suite serves as a true escape with tray ceilings, pool and lake views, a frameless glass shower, and a custom walk-in closet built out to the nines with shelving, shoe racks, and center drawers.

Then there's the backyard. A covered lanai with ceiling fan and dining set leads to a gorgeous paver pool deck surrounding a sparkling rectangular pool, all enclosed in a screened cage with picture frame screen for unobstructed lake and palm tree views beyond the black aluminum fence. No rear neighbors. Just open sky and Florida vibes.

Babcock Ranch is America's first solar-powered town with trails, top-rated schools, restaurants, and a town center, and Lake Babcock's established streets offer the settled, tree-lined character that newer phases simply cannot match.

This home checks every box and then adds a few more. And if you've served this country, it may just be the most financially powerful move you make all year.