18 Saint Croix WayEnglewood, FL 34223Price: $974,999

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the highly desirable gated community of Boca Royale. BUYER CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF AN ASSUMABLE 2.99% VA LOAN (do not need to be a veteran to qualify). This home offers 2,819 square feet of living space and is situated on a spacious half-acre lot with 211 feet of serene water frontage. This home combines luxury, comfort, and breathtaking views. Recent upgrades provide peace of mind and modern style, including a new tile roof (2024), new AC (2025), Storm Smart Screens throughout (2025), a new travertine lanai and panoramic view pool cage (2023), resurfaced pool and spa (2022), and an outdoor kitchen added in 2023. Inside, the home features new luxury plank vinyl flooring throughout, soaring ceilings, crown molding, ceiling fans, transom windows, and five sets of sliding glass doors that open to the expansive lanai and stunning water views. The updated chef's kitchen is truly a standout with quartz countertops, glass hand painted backsplash, induction cooktop, built-in oven and microwave, built-in ice maker, baker's lift for your stand mixer, and a large walk-in pantry. The breakfast nook features an aquarium window showcasing spectacular water views. The spacious family room and living room both offer sliding doors to the lanai and pool area, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The living room also includes built-in shelving and a dry bar with liquor dispenser and wine refrigerator, perfect for entertaining. A formal dining room with large sunlit windows, dedicated desk area for working from home, and a laundry room with abundant cabinetry and storage add convenience and functionality. The expansive primary suite highlighted by a wall of windows and a cozy built-in bench seat, creates the perfect nook for reading and relaxation, sliding doors to the pool and lanai, and two walk-in closets. The ensuite bath offers dual vanities, a relaxing soaking tub, and a separate shower. Two generous guest bedrooms provide comfort for family and visitors, with one offering direct access to the pool and lanai. Step outside to an entertainer's dream featuring plenty of seating areas, a saltwater heated pool and spa recently resurfaced, and a beautiful outdoor kitchen with granite countertops. The expansive travertine lanai and panoramic pool cage create the perfect setting to relax or host gatherings while enjoying tranquil panoramic water views. The property also features a butterfly garden, fruit trees, and mature landscaping that enhance the peaceful Florida setting. Located in Boca Royale, a gated community with a 24-hour guard, this home offers an exceptional Florida lifestyle in a beautifully maintained neighborhood.