Villa in Fort Myers, FL 33901

Mission Monterey, 1439 Larkspur Dr

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. Tucked beneath mature oaks and tropical palms, Mission Monterey is an intimate gated enclave of just 21 Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired patio homes, offering distinctive architecture and a convenient Fort Myers location near historic McGregor Boulevard and the Caloosahatchee River. This attached villa pairs the character that makes the community so unique with significant recent improvements, including a new A/C system and impact-resistant windows and doors installed in 2025, along with a roof replaced in 2013. A terracotta-tiled walkway leads to a private entry, where the home's architectural personality immediately takes center stage. A skylight fills the dining area with natural light before an impressive arched opening framed by columns introduces the sunken living room. Here, soaring cathedral ceilings showcase detailed exposed wood beams and tongue-and-groove ceiling accents, complemented by custom built-ins and a dramatic arched window overlooking the courtyard. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and counter space with a pass-through that maintains a connection to the surrounding living areas. The primary suite features wood-look flooring, direct courtyard access, and an adjoining bath with a granite-topped vanity, jetted soaking tub, and separate walk-in shower. A two-car garage provides additional parking and storage. The home's centerpiece may be its remarkable screened tropical courtyard. Surrounded by exotic landscaping, the expansive outdoor living space incorporates the same terracotta-tile featured in the entry and a pergola to create a secluded garden retreat with plenty of room for dining, entertaining, or simply unwinding amid the lush surroundings. Mission Monterey residents enjoy a community pool, tennis and pickleball within a peaceful gated setting. Its central Fort Myers location provides convenient access to shopping, dining, golf, the Fort Myers River District, Edison & Ford Winter Estates, Southwest Florida International Airport, Sanibel Island, and Fort Myers Beach. Architectural character, a lush private courtyard, meaningful storm-protection improvements, and an intimate community setting make this Mission Monterey villa anything but ordinary.