12861 Bay Timber Court LAKE & POOL VIEWS IN THE HEART OF GATEWAY | FULLY UPDATED & MOVE-IN READY! METICULOUS PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP!! Put this one at the top of your list! Tucked away on a quiet CUL-DE-SAC on a canopy-lined street in the highly desirable GATED COMMUNITY OF TIMBER RIDGE IN GATEWAY, this meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath pool home checks every single box for the discerning Florida buyer or seasonal snowbird. *** TOTAL PEACE OF MIND & MAJOR UPGRADES *** From top to bottom, this home offers true pride of ownership and complete storm protection: NEW ROOF & GUTTERS (2023) ALL WINDOWS REPLACED WITH HURRICANE IMPACT WINDOWS ELECTRIC STORM SHUTTER across the lanai & manual shutter at the front door FRESH EXTERIOR PAINT (2021) NEW WATER HEATER & NEW GARAGE DOOR OPENER *** LIGHT, BRIGHT & UPDATED THROUGHOUT *** Step inside to sweeping views of the sparkling pool and peaceful lake right through the spacious great room. The light-filled kitchen features granite countertops, tile backsplash, a gas stove, ALL NEWER APPLIANCES, a walk-in pantry, updated faucets, and island lighting. The split floor plan features a private primary suite with pool/water views, alongside FULLY REDONE, EASY-MAINTENANCE RE-BATH WALK-IN SHOWERS in the bathrooms, as well as updated toilets, faucets, ceiling fans, and lighting fixtures throughout. *** THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR RETREAT *** Step onto your private lanai featuring a resurfaced deck, REPLACED POOL PUMP, FILTER HOUSING, AND LIGHT, serviced heater, and upgraded cage screening--all secured with an electric roll-down storm shutter for effortless locking up when traveling. *** UNBEATABLE GATEWAY LIFESTYLE & LOCATION *** GOLF CART FRIENDLY COMMUNITY: Drive through Gateway's iconic tree-canopied avenues right outside the gated entrance to local spots, walking trails, and the upcoming multi-million dollar Gateway Commons community center. LOW HOA FEES & COUNTY-ONLY TAXES: Pay no Fort Myers city tax and enjoy high-and-dry living with NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED. CLUB AT GATEWAY (OPTIONAL MEMBERSHIP): Minutes to a Tom Fazio championship golf course, resort-style pool, 3, 500 sq. ft. fitness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and lakeside dining. Convenient access to RSW Airport, I-75, the new Publix shopping plaza, and Red Sox spring training. Many furnishings available for purchase separately. *** YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED -- SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING TODAY! ***