4405 W Gulf DR, Sanibel, FL 33957
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4405 W Gulf DR, Sanibel, FL 33957
4405 W Gulf DR, Sanibel, FL 33957
4405 W Gulf DR, Sanibel, FL 33957
4405 W Gulf DR, Sanibel, FL 33957
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4405 W Gulf DR Sanibel, FL 33957

6 Beds

7 Baths

10,183 SqFt


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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 10,183 sqft

Price per Sqft $2,450

Subdivision Metes And Bounds

MLS Listing ID 2026012050

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 6

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 2017

Annual Tax Amount $168,918

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 4.550 Acres

Acres 4.55

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Florida Gulf Coast

Property Description

Set on 4.55 acres at the very end of West Gulf Drive, known as Sanibel's prestigious Gold Coast, on a private cul-de-sac, this extraordinary beachfront estate offers 245 ft of direct Beach & Gulf frontage, exceptional privacy, and a caliber of craftsmanship rarely seen anywhere in SWFL. Built without compromise, and running parallel to the sunset, allowing the home to capture Sanibel's legendary Gulf views & Sunsets. A rare legacy estate. Encompassing nearly 20,000 SF with 6 bedrooms, a private office, 6.5 baths, and white-sand beach & water views from every room. Grand in scale yet livable, conceived as a multigenerational coastal retreat, suited for intimate family life, extended guest stays, and entertaining. Professionally decorated & furnished, a reflection of craftsmanship. The great room is dramatic and refined, anchored by 3 custom Barlas Baylar chandeliers, a hand-carved Calacatta marble fireplace mantel, herringbone hickory floors, mahogany ceiling beams with integrated surround sound, and concealed air systems preserving clean architectural lines. A full-length illuminated bar with underlit crystal counters brings the ambiance of a private five-star lounge, while integrated Crestron & Lutron systems provide sophisticated control of lighting, media, comfort, and shade. A Chef's kitchen & separate service kitchen are outfitted with Thermador Pro Appliances, custom cabinetry, designer hardware, and a full butler's pantry, ideal for private chef service & entertaining. An elevator provides seamless access across levels, while a dumbwaiter offers discreet convenience for household needs. Custom hand-crafted doors highlight the home's attention to detail. Built to exceptional standards, the residence features a copper roof w/ matching copper gutters, $1.4M in Hartman windows & doors, and full hurricane shutters for an exceptional level of coastal protection. The Primary Wing offers 2 Gulf-front suites and office. The primary suite features a fireplace, private balcony overlooking the Gulf, direct beach access, a morning kitchen, advanced security features, and an exceptional bath w/ indoor & outdoor showers, a steam shower, an extraordinary walk-in wardrobe, dedicated laundry, Toto toilets in every bathroom. Guest accommodations are designed to provide comfort & privacy, including a 3rd-level suite with breathtaking views of Sanibel's celebrated sunsets. Beyond its principal living spaces, the home offers scale to have a private gym, spa, game room, and lifestyle spaces tailored to multigenerational living & extended guest stays. Outdoor living rivals a luxury resort, w/ a beachfront pool & spa, lap pool, outdoor kitchen, lounge pavilion with reclaimed wood & fireplace, and a beachside putting green. Additional lot separately available, offering the opportunity to expand or create a private compound. Framed by palms, Gulf breezes, and the sound of waves, this ultra-private residence is one of the most significant estates in Florida.

Location

State FL

County Lee

Area Si01 - Sanibel Island

Rooms

Primary Bedroom Level Master BR Ground, Master BR Upstairs

Master Bedroom Master BR Ground, Master BR Upstairs

Dining Room Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal

Kitchen Built-In Desk, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Pantry

Interior

Interior Features Elevator, Split Bedrooms, Great Room, Den - Study, Exercise Room, Family Room, Guest Bath, Guest Room, Home Office, Recreation Room, Bar, Built-In Cabinets, Wired for Data, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet Cabinets, Coffered Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Volume Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Pantry, Wired for Sound, Tray Ceiling(s), Custom Mirrors, Exclusions, Entrance Foyer

Heating Central Electric, Fireplace(s)

Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Type Outside

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Casement,Impact Resistant,Sliding,Transom,Impact Resistant Windows,Shutters Electric,Decorative Shutters,Window Coverings

Appliance Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Wine Cooler, Refrigerator/Freezer, Trash Compactor, Wall Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Pot Filler, Range, Refrigerator

Laundry Inside, Sink

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Screened Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Storage, Water Display

Garage Spaces 4.0

Fence Fenced

Pool Community Lap Pool, In Ground, Concrete, Custom Upgrades, Equipment Stays, Gas Heat, Lap, Pool Bath, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure

Community Features Beach - Private, Beach Access, Fitness Center, None, Putting Green, Non-Gated

Utilities Available Underground Utilities, Propane, Cable Available, Natural Gas Available

Waterfront Description No Bridge(s)/Water Direct,Gulf Frontage,On the Gulf Beach

View Y/N Yes

View Golf Course, Gulf, Landscaped Area, Water, Water Feature

Roof Type Metal,Rolled/Hot Mop

Street Surface Paved

Handicap Access Disability Equipped

Porch Patio, Screened Lanai/Porch, Open Porch/Lanai, Deck

Garage Yes

Private Pool Yes

Building

Lot Description Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Oversize

Story 2

Sewer Central

Water Central

Level or Stories Two

Structure Type Concrete Block,Elevated,Piling,Stone

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools The Sanibel School

Middle Schools The Sanibel School

High Schools Buyer'S Choice

Others

Tax ID 29-46-22-T1-00006.0040

Ownership Single Family

Security Features Safe,Security System,Smoke Detector(s),Smoke Detectors

Acceptable Financing Buyer Finance/Cash

Listing Terms Buyer Finance/Cash

Pets Allowed No Approval Needed


Listed by Compass Florida LLC • Mike Darda

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