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.
For sale
$12,500,000
16530 Captiva Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
5beds
5,843sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
1.99 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,139/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private tennis courtExpansive screened lanaiPanoramic gulf viewsLush tropical landscapingPrivate resortMultiple lounging decksSpectacular pool area
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 11, 2025 at 01:56pm
Listed by:
Mike H McMurray 239-850-7888,
Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.,
Eric J Pfeifer 239-851-3699,
Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
Source: Sanibel And Captiva Island AOR,MLS#: 2250404

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Den, Dining Room, DR/LR Combo, Family Room, Formal Dining, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Workshop, See Remarks, Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Porch, Sitting Area, See Remarks
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dbl Sinks, Double Vanity, Sep. Shower, Sep. Tub, Tile, Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
Heating
- Central, See Remarks
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned 3+ Cooling, See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Additional Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Range/Dbl Oven Elec, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater 2+, Other, See Remarks
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink
Features
- Bar, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator Private, Pantry, Storage, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Split Bedrooms, Elevator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Shutters, Shutters Electric, Sliding Doors, See Remarks
- Windows: Shutters, Sliding, See Remarks
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,586
- Total interior livable area: 5,843 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: 3+ Garage, Garage Door Opener, Separate Garage, Under Bldg, See Remarks
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch, Patio, Screened, Wood Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Storage, Tennis Court(s), Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, See Remarks, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Tennis Court, Other, See Remarks
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Gulf, Other Add Agt Note, See Remarks, Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 1.99 Acres
- Features: Additional Land Avail, See Remarks, Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Caretaker Cottage, Guest House
- Parcel number: 03462100000080000
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beach House,See Remarks
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, See Remarks, Trim Wood
- Foundation: Raised, Partially Elevated
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Metes And Bounds
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Captiva
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $11,788,112
- Annual tax amount: $87,726
- Date on market: 3/6/2025
- Listing terms: BTF/Cash
- Lease term: Weekly
- Road surface type: Paved
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