Gorgeous Turnkey furnished Annual Rental condo is ready to enjoy. Florida’s beautiful outdoors is right at your own front door thanks to Castella’s unique open open-air lobby and elevator access. This design feels more like a single-family home,yet... you enjoy the benefits of the low maintenance condo lifestyle. This 3-bedroom 2.5 bath home lives large with enormous great room and open kitchen with quartz countertops and backsplash,high-end Subzero and Bosch appliances,custom cabinetry,a large island and breakfast bar. The expansive primary suite boasts a king-sized bed offering picturesque views,lanai access,custom walk-in closet,and spa-like en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub,separate shower and dual sinks. A private guest suite with a queen-sized bed provides ample space for comfort and convenience. The den offers a power recliner and is easily converted into a 3rd bedroom with twin beds. Additional highlights include a formal dining area,floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors,and two private garage spaces under the building. Just steps from a tropical resort-style pool and spa. The Colony is a prestigious gated community located within Pelican Landing,a 2,365-acre gated community dedicated to preserving,protecting and enhancing the natural environment. Community amenities include a boat shuttle that provides transportation to and from a 34-acre gulf island Beach Park located at the northern tip of Big Hickory Island. Beach Park facilities include an elevated beach house with open decks,restrooms,shower facilities,nature library,beach bocce courts,open and screened picnic pavilions,beach chairs and umbrellas. The Community Center offers endless social activities and features a state-of-the-art 3,200 sq. ft. fitness center and 1,200 sq. ft. aerobics room. The Tennis Center has 12 har-tru courts (7 lighted) and a pro shop. Residents can enjoy private or group lessons or participate in one of the many scheduled events. Canoes and kayaks are available for residents use on Spring Creek,a tributary of Estero Bay,and Coconut Point Marina,which gives access to Estero Bay,Mound Key and the beaches. Bay Club membership is available! The romantic three-story Bay Club overlooks the beauty of Estero Bay and offers a formal dining room,casual dining room,private dining,lounge and balcony seating with sweeping sunset vistas. Reserved exclusively for the dining enjoyment of The Colony residents and their guests. Read More