The mangrove preserve protected this lot from floods, and Burnt Store Lakes fared better than other communities thru Hurricane Ian. The newer houses are built to stricter building codes. Your brand-new house, or multi-units for income potential, with stricter new building codes and builder warranties, starts with a large lot! This lot is large enough for a 3-car garage and pool, and is also zoned for multi-family which can be a wonderful source of revenue. The estuary behind the lot is home to bald eagles, osprey, blue heron, and egrets. It's a rare find to get almost a half-acre lot on a quiet, winding, residential street in a deed-restricted community. Burnt Store Lakes is appropriately named for its 11 fish-filled fresh water lakes. Even as a lot owner, you can enjoy the gated park with playground, swings, picnic pavilion, restrooms, and shaded trails with views of Spoonbill Lake and Bear Branch creek. The kayak/canoe launch on Bear Branch creek gives access to paddling through the mangrove preserve to Charlotte Harbor. The association fee pays for grass mowing from March to November while the lot is undeveloped. It's a quick drive to downtown Punta Gorda, the Punta Gorda airport, and I-75. Or head south for a quick drive to Cape Coral or Fort Myers. Keep your boat or dine waterfront at Burnt Store Marina just 2 miles away. Golf courses and restaurants are very close.