House in Marco Island, FL 34145

Marco Beach, 919 S Joy Cir

Welcome home to one of Marco Island's best-kept secrets — a sun-soaked, move-in-ready waterfront retreat offering the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and island charm. This lovingly remodeled (2015) 2-bedroom + flex space, 3-bath home is ready just in time for seasonal living or year-round enjoyment. With its southern exposure, wide-water views at the convergence of canals, and dolphins and manatees as your daily neighbors, this home invites you to slow down and savor the natural beauty of coastal life. Tucked on a quiet street just 2 miles from the beach and walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and the seasonal weekly farmers market, the location offers a welcoming entry into a tight-knit, no-HOA community where friendliness is the local currency and every sunset feels like a private show. Inside, the home features a freshly painted interior (ceilings, walls, and trim) and a light-filled open-concept layout designed for effortless living and entertaining. The kitchen includes a breakfast bar that flows into the spacious great room, perfect for morning coffee or evening wine with friends. You'll find: • A private guest suite with its own ensuite bath • A flex space ideal for a home office or 3rd sleeping space • A full pool bath/laundry room that's also connected to the owner's suite The primary bedroom includes a custom walk-in closet with a built-in island (8 full-size drawers + 4 smaller drawers), making dressers optional. The ensuite bath features a bidet and walk-in shower for spa-like ease. Outdoors, this home is a true oasis: Heated pool + spa with multi-color LED lighting controlled via aqualink, 3-piece in-pool Ledge Lounger furniture included, New picture window lanai screens + 15' x 30' covered space, Separate room off lanai for storing pool and fishing gear, 20' x 30' paved patio overlooking the water for dining, lounging, or stargazing, Private dock with 2 remote-control lifts: • 14,000 lb boat lift • 7,000 lb jet ski/kayak lift, 80-foot seawall, underwater lights, and your own artificial reef. The home is equipped with high-end upgrades to make life easy and secure: • Whole-home generator (500-gallon propane tank, full at closing) • Metal roof and Storm Smart screen for lanai protection • Ring cameras front and back • 2-car garage with app controlled garage door opener, epoxy floors, auto-lift storage, and adjustable shelving, • Circular driveway for easy guest access Personal touches add charm: • Mango and fig trees ready for harvest • A rare staghorn fern, a living sculpture that thrives without soil • Unique mailbox and turtle yard art that bring a bit of whimsy to your curb appeal. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, or a luxury rental opportunity, this home is ready to welcome you — just in time for the coming season.