The Johnstone Group

10/30/2025

BUY A HOME & GET MOVING…literally!

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Babcock Ranch just rolled out a limited-time incentive — buy a NEW home through November 30th, 2025 and get a fully-loaded, PREMIUM 6-seater electric golf cart (a $15,000 value!)

🚨 Now is the time to come see this NEW CONSTRUCTION, MOVE-IN READY, showstopper at 42231 Lake Timber Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.

🏡 OPEN HOUSE
📅 Friday & Saturday | 10AM–5PM
📅 Sunday | 12PM–5PM
💰 Listed at $1,395,000

📍 Imagine cruising in your NEW golf cart to:
• Founder’s Square for dinner & events
• The boardwalks and lakeside trails
• Community pools & parks
• School drop-offs
• Sunset views over Lake Timber
…because Babcock Ranch is 100% golf-cart friendly! 🌴☀️

This is the High & Dry “Sophie” — a custom, MOVE-IN READY, lakefront, new-construction masterpiece with over $500,000 in designer upgrades. 4 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • huge 3-car garage • impact glass • vaulted ceilings • gourmet kitchen w/ butler’s pantry • quartz • luxury vinyl • AC’d storage • stunning sunsets over Lake Timber (80-acre lake!) — and yes, you can have your own private dock 🛶🪸

This is truly the best new-construction option in Babcock Ranch when only the finest finishes will do.

👉 Come tour this home this weekend and ask about the FREE golf cart incentive — perfect for enjoying America’s first solar-powered, golf-cart-friendly town!

📲 Call/Text to schedule your private showing or for full details.

Laurie Johnstone at (239) 462-1195
Doane Wight (239) 322-6607
Leah Daly (734) 474-2622

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10/30/2025

🚤✨ OPEN HOUSE: GULF ACCESS + NO HOA ✨🚤 If you’ve been waiting for the ONE that checks all the boxes — THIS IS IT ‼️

📍 381 Norwood Court, Fort Myers, FL 33919
📅 Thurs–Sat 10AM–5PM & Sun 12PM–5PM
💰 Offered at $895,000
📞 Call/Text Laurie Johnstone (239) 462-1195 for a private tour!

🔥 Why you need to see this one in person:
✅ NO HOA — huge win for investors, snowbirds, or anyone who hates extra monthly fees
✅ Private Gulf-access canal — NO bridges, minutes to open water
✅ Pool home — Florida lifestyle ready right now
✅ Amazing McGregor/River District location — close to beaches, dining, Sanibel, Captiva
✅ Move-in ready — custom upgrades everywhere
✅ Plans available for 33’ boat lift — ask for details!

This PRIVATE GULF ACCESS SANCTUARY has 3 bedrooms + den, 2.5 baths, an air-conditioned garage (hello hobby space/man cave/she shed!), a gorgeous upgraded gas kitchen with artisan tile + quartz to the ceiling, and a wide-open floor plan that spills right out to the oversized lanai and pool. Perfect for boaters, entertainers, gardeners, or Airbnb/short-term rental potential — there are so many ways to win with this property. 💡

💬 Seller wants it SOLD. If you’ve been watching it — now is the time to come write the offer.

📲 Call/Text Laurie Johnstone at (239) 462-1195 to tour it BEFORE the weekend crowd.

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10/29/2025

🎉 Babcock Ranch Open House — Move-In Ready New Construction! 🎉

📍 42231 Lake Timber Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
🗓 Thu–Sat 10AM–5PM | Sun 12PM–5PM
💰 Offered at $1,395,000

Step into The “High & Dry” Sophie—a high-efficiency waterfront pool home showcasing over $500,000 in custom upgrades. When only the best will do, this is the one to see!

Why You’ll Love It:
• 4 Bed | 3 Bath | Oversized 3-Car Garage
• Prime Lake Timber homesite on an 80-acre tranquil, stocked lake—sunset views for days 🌅
• Private dock eligible—fish from your own backyard 🎣
• Impact glass throughout + vaulted ceilings
• Gourmet kitchen with Butler’s Pantry, quartz countertops, upgraded backsplash & stainless appliances
• Luxury vinyl flooring, raised baseboards, his & hers closets
• Designer laundry room + A/C storage space
• Thoughtful craftsmanship & top-tier finishes in every room

OPEN HOUSE BONUS: Come by today, fall in love, and schedule your private tour on the spot. This model-perfect, move-in ready home is waiting!

📞 Call/Text Laurie Johnstone: (239) 462-1195
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10/29/2025

👻🎃 Don’t be spooked by headlines—this market isn’t scary when you’ve got the right guide!
Want to know what your home is really worth right now? I’ll brew up a custom, no-obligation Market Analysis just for you. 🧙‍♀️📈🏡

Call or text Laurie Johnstone today: (239) 462-1195.

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Let’s turn BOO 👻 into SOLD 💥

10/28/2025

No Tricks—Just TREATs in The Forum! 👻🏡
Move-in ready and boo-tifully updated!
$599,900 • 2738 Via Piazza Loop, Fort Myers, FL 33905

5 bedrooms + den + BIG bonus room + loft, 3 baths, 3-car tandem garage, and a resort-style heated pool with sun shelf & waterfall. Gourmet kitchen (quartz, 42” cabinets, double oven, wine & beverage fridges), custom built-ins, crown, and dramatic accents—this one casts a spell from the moment you walk in. ✨

🕷️ LOW HOA • NO CDD • NO-FLOOD Zone • Low insurance
🕸️ Prime location near I-75, the River District, RSW, shopping, dining & beaches.

Bring your broom (or your boat shoes 😉) and come see your Florida dream!
Call/Text Diane Wight, PA, Florida Realtor, Keller Williams Ft Myers & the Islands at (239) 322-6607 to schedule your private tour today.

10/27/2025

🎃 SCARY GOOD PRICE REDUCTION! 👻
NEW PRICE: $694,500 ($30,000 Price Improvement!)

Waterfront, Gulf-access living that’s more treat than trick! 🍬
7233 Hendry Creek Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33908

4 bed + den | 3 bath | Multi-level | Private saltwater pool & spa | Move-in ready

🛥️ Premier Hendry Creek boating community — easy run to Estero Bay & the Gulf
🌿 Nature-lover’s retreat with lush landscaping & butterfly gardens
🍽️ Chef’s kitchen: granite, custom wood cabinetry, stainless steel
🧺 Storage galore + versatile loft (office/gym/media/art studio)
🚗 Two oversized tandem garages (room for toys!)

Skip the crowds and book your private tour today:
📱 Call/Text Laurie Johnstone at (239) 462-1195

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10/26/2025

⚓️ Boaters, dreamers, and sunshine-seekers — this one’s calling your name! ➡️ Come see it Sunday and fall in love. Bring your offer and make it yours!

🌴 OPEN HOUSE – YOUR PRIVATE GULF ACCESS SANCTUARY AWAITS! 🌴
Sunday | 12–5 PM

📍 381 Norwood Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919
💲 Offered at $895,000 | MOVE-IN READY!

Just off Historic McGregor Blvd, this elegant direct Gulf-access pool home delivers everything the Southwest Florida lifestyle promises: boating, fishing, privacy, and pure relaxation — all without bridges between you and open water!

✨ What makes this home unforgettable:

• NO HOA!
• Plans available for a 33-ft boat lift — ask for details!
• Air-conditioned garage (with epoxy floors + utility sink = perfect hobby space!)
• Gourmet gas-range kitchen with quartz counters, artisan tile, and hidden walk-in pantry
• Vaulted ceilings + wood-burning fireplace for cozy coastal charm
• Impact windows & doors, upgraded fixtures, and luxury finishes throughout
• Private pool + oversized lanai ready for your outdoor kitchen
• NEW systems: HVAC (2021), Pool Refreshed (2022), HWH (2024), Insulation (2024)

Whether you’re seeking your primary home, a vacation retreat, or an income-generating Airbnb, this timeless property delivers style, substance, and endless Florida sunshine ☀️

🚤 Boaters — launch from your backyard and be on the River in minutes.
🌴 Gardeners — enjoy your huge yard or expand your dream home footprint.
🏝️ Explorers — Sanibel, Captiva, and the River District are just minutes away.

📲 Call/Text Laurie Johnstone at (239) 462-1195

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10/26/2025

🚨 Babcock Ranch OPEN HOUSE – “BRING US AN OFFER!” 🚨
Sunday | 12–5 PM
42231 Lake Timber Dr, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
Offered at $1,395,000 | NEW CONSTRUCTION | MOVE-IN READY

This is the showstopper on Lake Timber—over $500,000 in custom upgrades and built by one of Florida’s premier luxury builders. High, dry, and highly efficient, this waterfront pool home delivers the quality you can see and the value you can feel the moment you walk in.

✨ Why you’ll love it:
• 4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | Huge 3-Car Garage
• Impact glass throughout & vaulted ceilings
• Gourmet kitchen + Butler’s Pantry, quartz counters, designer backsplash, stainless appliances
• Luxury vinyl flooring, raised baseboards, his & hers closets
• Air-conditioned storage space & stylish laundry room
• Private dock eligible—fish from your own backyard on 80-acre Lake Timber
• Breathtaking sunsets from your waterfront lanai & custom pool

💡 Savvy buyers: This is the best move-in ready, new-construction option in Babcock Ranch at this level of finish. Seller is motivated—come tour and let’s make a deal today.

📍 Babcock Ranch | America’s first solar-powered town, miles of trails, parks, and vibrant community amenities.

📲 Call/Text Laurie Johnstone at (239) 462-1195

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10/26/2025

✨ Old Florida Charm, Contemporary Vibes!

📍 1922 Flamingo Dr, North Fort Myers, FL 33917 💰 Offered at $239,000

Looking for a stylish, low-maintenance home that lives BIG? This mid-century cutie delivers “Old Florida” charm with a modern, Art Deco twist—perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a high-appeal rental.

🌴 Why you’ll love it:
• Total renovation top-to-bottom ✅
• Showstopper island kitchen: stainless appliances, rich espresso cabinetry, sparkling quartz & Level 5 granite, designer tile backsplash, and a luxe farmhouse sink
• Airy vibe: vaulted beamed ceilings + light “knotty pine” LVP floors + neutral palette = bright, happy spaces
• Impact-rated windows & doors for peace of mind
• Ultra-efficient ductless mini-split = cool comfort + lower electric bills
• Modernized electrical & plumbing—mid-century bones, 2025 confidence
• Quiet cul-de-sac street with fewer than 40 homesites
• Centrally located—easy access to Bayshore Rd, I-75 & US-41
• Assumable flood policy available 🙌

This beautifully efficient home proves great things come in small packages—and at a price that makes the Florida dream totally doable!

📲 Contact Lisa M. Vagner at (239) 218-1705 for details or to schedule your private tour today!

10/24/2025

🏡🌊 OPEN HOUSE — Gulf-Access Living in Hendry Creek! 🌊🏡

Saturday, October 25 | 12–2 PM
7233 Hendry Creek Dr.
Fort Myers, FL 33908
Offered at $724,900

Love the water? This is the spot. Welcome to Hendry Creek—a coveted boating community with direct access to Estero Bay and the Gulf, where you can fish at sunrise and beach-hop by afternoon. Live wrapped in mangrove views, wildlife, and salty breezes, just minutes from Lovers Key, Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel & Captiva.

✨ Why you’ll love it
• Multi-level 4 bed + den / 3 bath retreat
• Private custom saltwater pool & spa framed by lush landscaping & butterfly gardens
• Soaring ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a bright, airy vibe
• Chef’s kitchen: granite, custom wood cabinetry, stainless appliances
• Huge wrap-around porch—perfect for an outdoor kitchen + entertaining
• Flexible loft for office, gym, media, or art studio
• Two oversized tandem garages (room for toys, gear, possibly a 3rd car)
• Quick hop to RSW, the River District, shopping & dining

🚤 Bring your boat, kayaks & paddleboards—soak up the true Southwest Florida lifestyle in a nature-lover’s paradise with Gulf playgrounds at your fingertips.

🎯 Don’t miss it—homes in Hendry Creek are rare!
Call/Text Laurie Johnstone at (239) 462-1195 for details or to schedule a private tour.

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10/24/2025