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Woman’s Club holds annual Tour of Homes

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Five gorgeous and fascinating homes will be open for the ninth annual Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club Tour of Homes Sunday, Feb. 22 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Woman’s Club hostesses will be present to guide guests, point out highlights and share interesting facts at the self-directed tour.

Gentlemen will direct parking at each location.

Every ticket gives each home’s address, the owner’s name and a map marking the location of each home.

Tickets may be purchased at either Wachovia Bank or by calling Honey at 765-1228.

Everyone is welcome to take the tour for a fee of $20.

The Woman’s Club shares the profits with local charities.

n 280 Primo Street

This is a comfortable one-story home. About 20 years ago, it was raised and architectual features were added to make it a three-story home with amazing panoramic views of the back bay. The boat traffic, the shrimp fleet and the bridge can be seen from every window. Grandchildren love the secret hideaway loft. The owners enjoy every minute here and are happy to share it with you.

n 5598 Avenida Pescadora

This huge, brand new home is at the end of the street at a large corner lot. The view of the bay from anywhere on the lovely, sweeping, sodded lawn and from the home are outstanding. This striking, white beautiful building resembles a southern plantation home. The interior also has many special features. You will notice the travertine floors throughout and the unusual custom stair treatments. Even the gourmet kitchen boasts views of the bay. Trayed ceilings and an entertainment wall with many niches provide special interest in the family room. There is a wide, marvelous balcony that extends the whole length of the house on the water side. This is a home in progress. There are still details to be finalized. You will have the rare opportunity to see this dream home still developing.

n 2915 Estero Blvd.

You will never see a more unique home. It has an outdoor theatre and musicians likeness carved into the stump of a tree. Statues and bronzes, exotic woods, hurricane proof restoration. It is stained, sanded, painted and the powder room is creatively updated. Parking will be at Seagrape Plaza or Wachovia Bank. No parking in front of the home.

n 385 Seminole Way

This four bedroom, 5 1/2 bath home has every imaginable amenity. A swimming pool with outdoor kitchen and spa provides spectacular views of the bay. The vanity in the powder room is birdseye maple. The headboard and bureau in the master suite are cherry with mahogany inlays. This home has it all.

n 4141 Bay Beach Lane (Unit 4H5)

You must have a ticket to get through security.

This penthouse showcases how effective contemporary decor can be. No expense has been spared in this professionally decorated condo on the bay. The walls are Venetian plaster using many faux finishes. The chandelier in the dining room is bronze and amber. Penshell, coconut shell and teak are some of the exotic woods used. The green tabletops are made of glazed lava which has been cut from actual lava beds. the kitchen is a hostesses’ dream. The view is great looking out to the Back Bay and harbor from the penthouse’s 11 floor. Enjoy the artwork throughout.