Luxury Resort Living at Its Finest... Welcome to an exceptional Maria Model in Pelican Preserve, Fort Myers' premier, award winning 55+ gated resort-style community. Located in the Prato neighborhood (newest section), this beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom + den (4th bedroom), 3-bath home offers 2,247 square feet of sophisticated Florida living, an incredible outdoor entertaining space, and one of the most desirable views in Pelican Preserve! From the moment you enter, some homes just feel different and this one is the perfect example. The open-concept design is filled with upscale finishes including plantation shutters, crown molding, custom closets, upgraded flooring, custom lighting and fans, and thoughtful details throughout. The heart of the home is the spectacular gourmet kitchen, featuring an impressive one level island, upgraded cabinetry, stainless appliances, and a spacious walk-in pantry. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen seamlessly overlooks the main living area and breathtaking outdoor views. Step outside and experience the Florida lifestyle at its best. The expansive screened lanai features the total package: Gourmet outdoor kitchen, elegant tongue and groove wood plank ceiling, Pentair Screenlogic to control the pool and spa from your phone and a heated saltwater pool and spa surrounded by a beautiful picture-window screen enclosure. The west-facing orientation provides stunning views across the water, golf course, and natural preserve-along with spectacular Florida sunsets. This home is also loaded with practical upgrades and storm protection, including impact-glass windows and doors, remote controlled electric storm shutters for lanai, epoxy-coated garage floor, overhead garage storage. And then there's Pelican Preserve... Enjoy an extraordinary collection of resort-style amenities including the 54,000-square-foot Town Center, state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, three championship 9-hole golf courses (optional), tennis, pickleball, restaurants, theater, walking and biking trails, social clubs, and countless activities designed around an active Florida lifestyle. This is more than a beautiful home-it's an opportunity to enjoy luxury, privacy, incredible views, and resort-style living every day!