Captiva, FL 33924 16530 Captiva Drive
$12,500,000



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Presented By: Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Home Details
The Crown Jewel of Captiva Island, the one and only Sandpiper Estate. For the first time ever, the iconic Sandpiper Estate is available for purchase, presenting an extraordinary opportunity to own a legacy property on Captiva Island’s prestigious Gold Coast. Spanning 200 feet of prime sandy beach frontage, this breathtaking estate is a rare sanctuary where timeless elegance meets coastal tranquility. Designed for privacy, relaxation, and entertaining, the estate has been cherished for over 40 years as a treasured family retreat and now, it’s ready for its next fortunate owner. The main residence is a masterpiece of waterfront luxury, featuring 3-4 private bedrooms, a spacious central gathering area, and a fantastic kitchen with panoramic Gulf views. A grand dining area offers an elegant setting for entertaining, while a private study provides a quiet retreat. The home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, with an expansive screened lanai, multiple lounging decks, and breathtaking views from every angle. The outdoor spaces feel like a private resort, complete with a spectacular pool area offering unparalleled privacy and stunning waterfront views. Just off the pool, a charming beachside bungalow provides additional accommodations with two guest suites, each with en-suite baths, and a spacious family room for relaxing by the shore. The estate also includes a private tennis court, an additional 2 Br guest house or caretakers quarters, and lush tropical landscaping, creating a secluded and serene retreat. For those seeking the ultimate private estate, two adjacent properties, owned by this same owner, 16548 Captiva Drive and 16543 Captiva Drive are also available, allowing for the creation of an unmatched beach to bay front compound that offers a total of 300 ft of beach frontage, 100 ft of bay frontage with well over 5.25 acres total. This opportunity is more than a home; its a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an iconic piece of Captiva Island.
Presented By: Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.
Interior Features for 16530 Captiva Drive
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms5
Bathrooms
Half Baths1
Total Baths6
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
FlooringTile, Wood
Furnished Y/NUnfurnished
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBuilt-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Sitting Area in Primary, See Remarks, Elevator, Home Office, Split Bedrooms, Workshop
Laundry FeaturesWasher Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Tub
Total Stories2
Window FeaturesSliding, Shutters
Other Rooms
Entry Level1
Room TypeBathroom, Den, Exercise Room, Family Room, Florida Room, Guest Quarters, Office, Other, Recreation, Screened Porch, Workshop, Great Room
General for 16530 Captiva Drive
AppliancesDouble Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Architectural StyleSee Remarks
Association AmenitiesNone
Association Fee IncludesNone
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Spaces
Carport Y/NNo
CityCaptiva
Community FeaturesNon-Gated, Tennis Court(s)
Construction MaterialsWood Siding, Wood Frame
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned
CountyLee
DisclosuresOwner Has Flood Insurance
Facing DirectionEast
Full Baths5
Garage Spaces3
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HOA Fee$
HOA Fee 2
HOA Fee 3
HeatingCentral, Electric
Land Lease Amount
Legal DescriptionBEG 1000 FT S OF NE COR GOVT LOT 3 W TO W SI CO RD + POB SLY ALG W SI RD
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS AreaCI01 - Captiva Island
Other StructuresGazebo, Outbuilding
OwnershipSingle Family
Patio/Porch FeaturesBalcony, Deck, Lanai, Open, Porch, Screened
Pets AllowedYes
Pool FeaturesIn Ground, Pool Equipment
PossessionClose Of Escrow
PostalCityCaptiva
Property ConditionResale
Property Sub Type AdditionalSingle Family Residence
Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
Property TypeResidential
RoofMetal
Security FeaturesBurglar Alarm (Monitored), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerSeptic Tank
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Subdivision NameMETES AND BOUNDS
Tax Annual Amount101616
Tax Lot3
Tax Year2025
UtilitiesCable Available
ViewGulf, Tennis Court, Water
Virtual TourClick here
Waterfront FeaturesGulf, Navigable Water
Year Built1956
Zoning DescriptionRS-2
Exterior for 16530 Captiva Drive
Building Area Total10586
Covered Spaces3
Exterior AmenitiesCourtyard, Deck, Other, Room For Pool, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
Foundation DetailsRaised
Lot Dimensions191 x 455 x 192 x 471
Lot FeaturesOversized Lot
Lot Size Acres1.991
Lot Size Area1.991
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
LotDimensionsSourceAppraiser
Other EquipmentGenerator
Parking FeaturesAttached, Driveway, Garage, Guest, Two Spaces, Unpaved, Garage Door Opener
Private PoolYes
Road ResponsibilityPublic Maintained Road
SpaNo
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NYes
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
High School
Hubert H Humphrey Middle School
Middle School
N/A
Elementary School
Big Hollow Elementary School
Maitell Torres
Realtor®
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