Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina: Resort Living Near Golf and the Harbor

by Hunt Brothers Realty

Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina is a 60-unit condominium community on Baltic Avenue inside the gated Burnt Store Marina master community. Built primarily in 2005 and 2006, Esplanade combines Mediterranean-inspired architecture, elevators, private garages, screened lanais, a community pool and spa, and golf-course or lake views from selected residences. The community is positioned on the golf side of Burnt Store Marina rather than directly on the marina basin, while residents remain near the broader community's golf, boating, dining, fitness, tennis, and pickleball opportunities. Access and fees for those broader amenities should be verified separately.

Quick Answers About Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina

Where is Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina?

Esplanade is located along Baltic Avenue inside Burnt Store Marina, south of central Punta Gorda. The community has a Punta Gorda 33955 mailing address but is in Lee County, an important distinction for buyers reviewing taxes, permitting, emergency services, and other property-specific matters.

When was Esplanade built?

The Esplanade condominium project was registered in 2005. Current property records show residences constructed primarily in 2005 and 2006.

How many condos are at Esplanade?

Florida condominium reporting data identifies 60 Esplanade residences. Current property records identify six buildings along Baltic Avenue.

Is Esplanade directly on the Burnt Store Marina basin?

No. Esplanade is inside the broader Burnt Store Marina community but is positioned along the golf-course side, where residences can overlook fairways, green space, pools, or golf-course lakes. Buyers specifically seeking direct marina-basin frontage should compare other Burnt Store Marina condominium neighborhoods.

Does Esplanade have a pool?

Yes. Current property records identify a community swimming pool and spa serving Esplanade. Buyers should distinguish these association amenities from the separate Fitness, Racquet and Pool Club within the broader Burnt Store Marina community.

Does buying at Esplanade include golf membership?

Golf should not be assumed to be included with condominium ownership. Burnt Store Marina has a 27-hole golf facility, but buyers should verify current membership options, fees, tee-time access, and privileges directly with the golf operation before making a purchase based on golf access.

Can Esplanade residents use the marina?

Burnt Store Marina includes a privately operated deep-water marina, but ownership at Esplanade should not be interpreted as automatically conveying a boat slip. Slip availability, wet or dry storage, rates, vessel requirements, and marina services should be verified directly with the marina operator.

Esplanade Is Part of the Larger Burnt Store Marina Lifestyle

Understanding Esplanade begins with understanding its relationship to Burnt Store Marina. Esplanade is its own condominium association, but its location places residents inside a much larger gated residential and recreational community.

The Burnt Store Marina community association describes a development of more than 600 acres with a 27-hole golf course, privately operated deep-water marina, fitness facilities, swimming pool and spa, tennis, pickleball, restaurants, and a collection of boating and recreational businesses.

That gives Esplanade buyers access to a broader lifestyle environment than the condominium association alone provides. It also means buyers need to understand which amenities are included with association assessments, which require separate memberships or charges, and which are independently operated businesses.

Esplanade Is a Golf-Side Community, Not a Marina-Front Condominium

One distinction is especially important for buyers comparing Burnt Store Marina neighborhoods: Esplanade does not sit directly on the marina basin.

Current property records for Baltic Avenue residences identify golf-course, greenbelt, pool, wooded, pond, and golf-course-lake views. Several properties are specifically described as being on the golf course.

That creates a different atmosphere from Burnt Store Marina communities overlooking docks and boats. Esplanade is better understood as a golf-oriented condominium enclave within a marina community.

Buyers who prioritize direct marina views can compare communities such as Marina South Shore and Marina North Shore, while buyers who prefer fairway and lake views may find Esplanade particularly interesting.

What Are Esplanade Condos Like?

Esplanade's buildings have a Mediterranean-influenced Florida appearance with stucco exteriors and tile roofs. Current property records identify four-story midrise structures with elevators and private garage parking.

Screened lanais are common and take advantage of views across the golf course, lakes, landscaping, or pool area. Individual units are single-level residences within the multistory buildings.

Private garages are another practical advantage. Current association resale instructions specifically remind sellers to identify the applicable garage number in the deed of conveyance, reinforcing the importance of confirming the garage legally associated with a particular residence.

How Large Are Esplanade Condos?

Esplanade offers relatively spacious condominium floor plans. Verified property records include examples ranging from approximately 1,788 to 2,269 square feet of living area.

Verified Example	Typical Configuration	Approx. Living Area
Standard residence	2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms	1,788 sq. ft.
Larger residence	Layout varies	Approx. 1,978 sq. ft.
Larger three-bedroom residence	3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms	2,269 sq. ft.

Individual layouts, bedroom counts, bathrooms, renovations, storage, garage configuration, and interior condition vary by residence. Buyers should verify square footage and room configuration through current property records, condominium documents, and appropriate measurements when material to the purchase.

Golf-Course and Lake Views Define Much of Esplanade

Golf is visually connected to Esplanade even when club membership is treated separately from condominium ownership.

Current listings document residences with golf-course, greenbelt, wooded, pool, pond, and lake views. Golf-course lakes provide open water views for selected units without making those properties boating waterfront.

This distinction matters. A lake view at Esplanade should not be interpreted as navigable waterfront, a private dock, or direct access from the condominium to Charlotte Harbor.

Golf Is Nearby, but Verify Membership Separately

Burnt Store Marina is unusual among Southwest Florida residential communities because boating and golf coexist within the same larger development.

The Burnt Store Marina community association currently identifies a 27-hole golf course. For an Esplanade buyer, however, living beside the course should not be confused with automatic golf privileges.

Prospective buyers who expect to play regularly should verify current membership categories, availability, dues, initiation charges if applicable, tee-time privileges, guest policies, and other terms directly with the golf operation.

For additional golf options around Punta Gorda, see Hunt Brothers Realty's guide to golf courses in Punta Gorda.

Burnt Store Marina Adds the Boating Side of the Lifestyle

Esplanade may not be directly on the marina basin, but Burnt Store Marina's boating infrastructure is an important part of the broader location.

The Burnt Store Marina community association describes a privately owned deep-water marina with wet and dry storage and a boat launch ramp. The marina provides access toward Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf through Boca Grande Pass.

Marina services are separate from owning an Esplanade condominium. Buyers who own a boat should verify:

Current wet-slip availability
Dry-storage availability
Maximum vessel dimensions
Current rates
Utilities and services
Launch-ramp policies
Insurance requirements
Current marina rules

Buyers specifically seeking a residence directly overlooking the marina can compare Esplanade with Marina South Shore and Marina North Shore.

Does Esplanade Have Its Own Pool and Spa?

Yes. Current Esplanade listings identify a heated community pool and spa as association amenities.

This is separate from the broader Burnt Store Marina Fitness, Racquet and Pool Club. The master community's official website identifies a heated pool and spa at that facility, along with fitness programming and other recreation, but access is membership-based and should not automatically be treated as part of Esplanade's condominium assessment.

Fitness, Tennis and Pickleball Expand the Options

Burnt Store Marina's broader recreational environment includes fitness facilities, tennis, pickleball, a pool and spa, and organized activities.

For an Esplanade buyer, the important question is not simply whether those facilities exist. It is whether the buyer intends to use them and what current membership or access arrangements apply.

Current fees, membership categories, guest privileges, operating hours, and access policies should be confirmed directly with the applicable facility before purchasing based on a particular amenity.

Dining Is Available Within Burnt Store Marina

Another feature of the larger Burnt Store Marina setting is the availability of dining without leaving the community.

The community association currently identifies Cass Cay and the Trading Post in the marina area, along with Linkside Café at the golf facility.

Restaurants and commercial businesses can change ownership, schedules, menus, and operating status. Buyers interested in particular services should confirm current operations directly.

How Much Are Esplanade Condo Fees?

Multiple current 2026 Esplanade listings report a condominium fee of approximately $966 per month. Some listings also report an additional annual master-community assessment, demonstrating why buyers should look beyond the condominium fee alone when calculating total ownership costs.

Recent MLS records report combinations of condominium-fee coverage that can include:

Community pool
Reserve contributions
Certain association insurance
Internet
Cable television
Structure maintenance
Grounds maintenance
Pest control
Private-road maintenance
Trash service
Security or guard services

Listing information is not a substitute for the current association budget and estoppel. Buyers should verify the regular condominium assessment, master-community assessment, reserve funding, special assessments, insurance, and exact fee inclusions before purchasing.

Esplanade Has Multiple Layers of Association Obligations

Esplanade buyers should understand that ownership exists within more than one community structure.

The Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina Condominium Association governs the condominium itself. The broader Burnt Store Marina community also has master-community obligations associated with roads, common areas, access systems, infrastructure, and other shared elements.

This layered structure makes it important to review all applicable assessments and governing documents rather than only the Esplanade condominium documents.

What Should Buyers Review About Reserves and Building Condition?

Esplanade's multistory condominium buildings make association financial and building-condition due diligence particularly important.

Florida condominium requirements concerning reserves, Structural Integrity Reserve Studies, and milestone inspections can depend on building characteristics, certificate-of-occupancy dates, location, and statutory criteria. Buyers should not determine applicability solely from a listing's stated number of floors or construction year.

Request and review, as applicable:

Current condominium budget
Reserve balances and schedules
Structural Integrity Reserve Study information
Milestone inspection information when applicable
Current and pending special assessments
Recent board meeting minutes
Master insurance policies
Association insurance deductibles
Completed capital projects
Planned repairs or replacements
Current estoppel information

Association financial condition, reserve requirements, inspection obligations, and owner liability can materially affect a purchasing decision. Buyers should review property-specific questions with the association, lender, qualified Florida real estate attorney, CPA or financial professional, inspector, structural engineer, and other appropriate professionals.

Are Pets Allowed at Esplanade?

Current MLS records indicate that pets can be allowed at Esplanade subject to association restrictions. One current 2026 listing reports two permitted pets and specifically identifies cats and dogs as allowed, while also stating that tenants may not have pets.

Pet rules can change and may contain size, number, breed, tenant, registration, or approval provisions. Buyers should obtain the current written Esplanade rules rather than rely on an older listing or community summary.

What About Rentals at Esplanade?

Current Esplanade MLS listings report lease restrictions, with multiple 2026 examples identifying a one-month minimum lease term.

That should not be interpreted as the complete rental policy. Buyers planning to lease a residence should verify the current minimum term, maximum number of leases per year, application process, tenant approval, pet rules, waiting periods, and other restrictions directly from current governing documents.

Insurance and Storm Due Diligence Still Matter

Esplanade's inland position within Burnt Store Marina does not eliminate Southwest Florida insurance or storm considerations.

Condominium buyers should understand both the association's master insurance and the coverage they will need individually. Important issues can include wind coverage, flood coverage, deductibles, loss-assessment exposure, interior improvements, personal property, temporary living expenses, and lender requirements.

Insurance availability, premiums, coverage, and deductibles vary by property and carrier. Buyers should obtain property-specific quotes and review the association's master coverage with a licensed Florida insurance professional and their lender before making a purchasing decision.

What Should You Inspect at Esplanade?

Even when the association maintains major exterior components, buyers should have the individual residence evaluated carefully.

Depending on the unit and scope of the inspection, areas to consider include:

HVAC system
Plumbing
Electrical components
Windows and exterior doors
Storm shutters or other opening protection
Interior evidence of water intrusion
Lanai condition
Appliances
Renovations and permits where applicable
Garage condition and legal assignment

Inspection findings should be evaluated with the appropriate licensed home inspector, contractor, engineer, electrician, plumber, or other qualified professional before the buyer makes a decision.

How Does Esplanade Compare With Other Burnt Store Marina Condos?

Burnt Store Marina offers a wide range of condominium environments, which makes location within the master community important.

Community	General Setting	Lifestyle Emphasis
Esplanade	Golf-course and lake setting	Golf views, spacious condos, garages, pool and spa
Marina South Shore	Marina-basin frontage	Direct marina views and waterfront setting
Marina North Shore	North marina basin	Marina-oriented condominium living

Buyers can explore the broader Burnt Store Marina real estate market to compare golf-side condominiums, marina-front residences, villas, and single-family homes.

Esplanade Buyer Checklist

Before purchasing an Esplanade condominium, consider verifying:

Exact building, unit, and phase
Living-area measurement
Bedroom and bathroom configuration
View orientation
Garage number and legal assignment
Current condominium assessment
Master-community assessment
Exact services included in each assessment
Current condominium budget
Reserve balances and funding schedule
Applicable SIRS information
Applicable milestone inspection information
Current and pending special assessments
Recent association meeting minutes
Master insurance coverage and deductibles
Property-specific insurance quote
Flood-zone information
Known storm or water-intrusion history
Pet restrictions
Rental restrictions
Buyer approval procedures
Golf membership costs and availability if important
Fitness, tennis, pickleball, and pool membership if desired
Marina slip or storage availability if boating is important

Is Esplanade Right for Your Burnt Store Marina Search?

Esplanade can be a compelling choice for buyers who like the recreational environment of Burnt Store Marina but prefer golf-course and lake views to living directly beside the marina basin.

The residences are newer than many of Burnt Store Marina's early condominium developments and offer spacious floor plans, screened outdoor living areas, elevators, private garages, and an association pool and spa.

Beyond Esplanade itself, Burnt Store Marina adds golf, boating, dining, fitness, tennis, pickleball, and other recreational opportunities. Buyers simply need to distinguish between amenities included with condominium ownership and services or memberships that involve separate fees or availability.

For the right buyer, Esplanade offers an appealing balance: a golf-side condominium setting at home, with the marina and Charlotte Harbor lifestyle nearby within the same larger community.

Explore Esplanade and Burnt Store Marina With Hunt Brothers Realty

Hunt Brothers Realty can help buyers compare Esplanade with other Burnt Store Marina condominiums, villas, and homes based on golf views, marina proximity, floor plan, association costs, amenities, and boating priorities.

Browse current Esplanade at Burnt Store Marina listings, explore the broader Burnt Store Marina real estate market, or contact Hunt Brothers Realty to discuss current options.

This article is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not individualized legal, financial, tax, insurance, lending, inspection, engineering, construction, title, association, golf, marina, or other professional advice. Condominium fees, master-community assessments, reserves, inspections, insurance, special assessments, pet rules, rental policies, golf access, marina availability, club memberships, amenity fees, and property characteristics can change. Buyers should verify material property-specific information with the Esplanade association, applicable Burnt Store Marina association or facility, marina operator, golf facility, licensed real estate professional, lender, licensed Florida insurance professional, qualified Florida real estate attorney, title professional, home inspector, structural engineer, CPA or other appropriate qualified professional before making a purchasing decision.