1601 LAUGHTON PLACE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Virtually Staged. No Flood Zone * No CDD * New Roof 2019 * Double Pane, Low-E, IMPACT windows * Updated Plumbing * Updated Electrical * Updated Kitchen * Updated Flooring * Welcome to this MAINTENANCE FREE lifestyle in the GATED community of Kings Point! This is a Pet Friendly association and is part of the 80/20 rule where an AGE WAIVER is possible if under 55!  Located on a CORNER lot with thoughtfully designed landscaping that provides privacy, this popular Sanibel split floor plan has 3-Bedrooms, 2-Full Bathrooms and a 2-Car Garage with just 1,660 sq. ft. of living space. The open-concept floor plan features dedicated living and dining areas, each offering convenient access to the kitchen, along with a separate dinette with a built-in window seat! The UPDATED kitchen has timeless CUSTOM finishes including Shenandoah Breckenridge shaker style maple cabinetry in Linen, pull out shelving - including the pantry, round knob and cup pull drawer hardware, and QUARTZ countertops in Desert Silver with single under-mount stainless steel sink. Enjoy the Florida lifestyle in the enclosed lanai that has tile flooring, a ceiling fan, expansive windows overlooking the lush backyard and a convenient pass through into the kitchen! The spacious primary bedroom has an extended area ideal for a sitting space or additional furniture, plus sliding glass doors offering direct access to the lanai. The en suite bath features a garden tub, walk-in shower with a new showerhead, dual sinks with new faucets, updated lighting and glass block windows for loads of natural lighting. Two closets—one walk-in and one standard—provide ample storage. Two additional bedrooms offer convenient access to the second full bathroom, complete with a shower-and-tub combination and an expansive countertop providing ample space for daily routines. The laundry is inside, has shelving for your supplies and a utility sink. Spacious two-car garage featuring built-in cabinetry, generous countertop workspace, pegboard storage, overhead lighting, pull down attic access, and a garage door opener—offering ample room for vehicles, tools, and household storage. This carpet-free home features Shaw® Pure Excellence Rich Acacia laminate flooring with premium underlayment for added comfort and sound reduction throughout the main living areas, primary bedroom, and second bedroom, while the remainder of the home features tile flooring, including the wet areas. Additional highlights include gutters, a retractable garage screen, an enclosed breezeway, and a long driveway offering ample parking. Architectural details enhance the home’s appeal with 10-foot-4-inch ceilings in the main living areas, a vaulted ceiling in the primary bedroom, interior arched transoms, and exceptional curb appeal highlighted by a canted bay window crowned with dramatic arched transoms. This is a GOLF CART friendly, 55+ active community with over 200 clubs & activities, multiple indoor/outdoor pools, fitness, pickle ball, and so much more! Fees include cable, internet, exterior insurance, maintenance grounds, private road, security, water, trash, sewer & more! The location is close to restaurants, beaches, shopping, and more! You will feel like you are on vacation in your own home! If you plan on venturing out, there is quick access to restaurants, SHOPPING, beaches and 35 minutes to Tampa International Airport, less than an hour to the Sarasota shops and 20 minutes to Ellenton Prime Outlets!