1581 San Carlos Bay DR, SANIBEL FL 33957

$3,995,000

  • 3976 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2 Garages

General Information

  • List Price : $3,995,000
  • City : SANIBEL
  • Acres : 0.321
  • MLS Area : 4755
  • Status Type : Resale Property
  • Approx. Living Area : 3976
  • Furnished : Unfurnished
  • Date Created : 2025-05-21
  • MLS Number : 225049267
  • State Or Province : FL
  • Subdivision : SANIBEL ISLES
  • County : Lee
  • Bedrooms : 4
  • Approx. Total Area : 4755
  • Year Built : 1988
  • Potential Short :
  • DOM : 113
  • Address : 1581 San Carlos Bay DR, SANIBEL FL 33957
  • Postal Code : 33957
  • Development : Array
  • Property Type : Residential
  • Bath Full : 3
  • Price per Sq Ft : $286
  • Property Id : 18-46-23-T4-0060A.0310
  • Status : Active
  • CDOM : 113

Description

Luxury coastal living redefined – a waterfront sanctuary on Sanibel Island. Where the wide bay meets the deep canal, this extraordinary residence delivers a lifestyle that feels more like living aboard a private yacht than a traditional home. Surrounded by water at front and back, with sweeping views of the bay to one side and one of Sanibel’s widest, deepest sailboat-access canals to the other, this home offers an unrivaled island experience. A lush expanse of protected mangrove tidal marshland wraps the property, ensuring privacy and a sense of coastal seclusion. A boater’s dream. A designer’s vision. Positioned on a direct-access canal with no bridges—ideal for sailboats and large vessels—this property sits in one of the desirable locations for serious boaters. Designed with a reverse floor plan to elevate your views where they matter most, every space feels intentional and luxurious. High above it all, two-story ceilings with clerestory windows flood the interiors with light, while wraparound lanais and expansive outdoor decks on every level invite you to watch dolphins cruise the canal or pelicans dive into the bay. ultimate entertaining meets yacht-inspired sophistication. The kitchen is a showpiece—crafted for entertaining and inspired by luxury marine design. Custom teak-front cabinetry, created by a designer for Tiara Yachts, sets the tone. Sub-Zero refrigeration, freezer and wine towers, dual Miele wall ovens and warming drawer, wet bar with wine refrigerator and standalone ice maker mean you’re fully equipped for any gathering, from sunset cocktails to seafood feasts. In the main living area, a sleek gas fireplace adds ambiance, featuring a motorized enclosure to discreetly hide the TV when not in use. Smart home features include a Lutron lighting system and Hunter Douglas automated window treatments throughout. A primary suite like no other. The owner’s suite is a masterstroke of design, channeling the elegance of a multimillion-dollar yacht. An oversized double vanity is constructed using flawless granite slabs that also form the raised platform beneath the two-person Jacuzzi tub. A walk-through dressing area with bespoke teak cabinetry by the same Tiara yacht designer, balances form and function with nautical precision. Seamless indoor-outdoor living on the east side of the home, a semi-covered pool provides a spot to unwind after a day on the water—whether basking in the sun or relaxing in the shade. And with a 47-kilowatt whole-home generator powered by a buried 1,000-gallon propane tank, peace of mind comes built in. This is not just a home—it’s a coastal escape engineered for those who demand excellence, adventure and tranquility in equal measure. Sanibel waterfront living at its peak. Welcome aboard.

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Detailed Property Information

  • Ownership : Single Family
  • Waterfront Y/N : 1
  • Boat Access : Boat Dock Private
  • Cooling : Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric, Zoned
  • Kitchen :
  • Amenities :
  • Restrictions : None/Other
  • Building Design :
  • View : Bay, Canal, Landscaped Area
  • Waterfront Desc : Canal Front, Navigable
  • Elementary School :
  • High School :
  • Floor Plan Type : 2 Story
  • Private Pool Y/N : 1
  • Bedroom Desc :
  • Equipment : Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Freezer, Generator, Ice Maker - Stand Alone, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler
  • Additional Rooms : Laundry in Residence, Loft, Open Porch/Lanai, Other, Screened Lanai/Porch, Workshop
  • Storm Protection : Impact Resistant Windows, Other
  • Building Features :
  • Community Type : Non-Gated
  • Gulf Access Y/N : 1
  • Gulf Access Type : Bridge(s)/Water Indirect
  • Middle School :
  • Pets : Yes
  • Heating :
  • Windows : Skylight(s)
  • Flooring : Tile, Wood
  • Private Spa Y/N :
  • Dining Desc : Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living
  • Exterior Features : Boat Dock Private, Open Porch/Lanai, Screened Lanai/Porch

Unit / Building Information

  • Unit Floor : 2
  • Unit Number :
  • Construction : Wood Frame, Stucco
  • Total Floors : 2
  • Units in Building : 1
  • Elevator : Private
  • Building Desc : 2 Story, See Remarks
  • Units in Complex : 1
  • Roof : Metal

Lot Information

  • Rear Exposure : SE
  • Range :
  • Sewer :
  • Lot Unit :
  • Section :
  • Irrigation : Central
  • Block : 60A
  • Township :
  • Water : Central
  • Lot Desc : Across From Waterfront, Irregular Lot

Financial Information

  • Condo Fee : 0
  • Approval :
  • Tax Year : 2024
  • Condo Fee Freq :
  • Management : Residents
  • Possession : Array
  • Tax Desc :
  • Maintenance : Other

Additional Details

  • Amenities :
  • County Or Parish : Lee
  • Foreclosed REOYN :
  • Gulf Access YN : 1
  • Irrigation : Central
  • Legal Unit :
  • Lot Type :
  • Management : Residents
  • Master HOA Fee Freq :
  • Original List Price : 3995000
  • Parcel Number : 18-46-23-T4-0060A.0310
  • Planned Use :
  • Postal Code Plus :
  • Property Type : Residential
  • Restrictions : None/Other
  • Section :
  • Source of Measurements :
  • State Or Province : FL
  • Street Dir Prefix :
  • Street Number : 1581
  • Sub Condo Name :
  • Unit Number :
  • View : Bay, Canal, Landscaped Area
  • Waterfront YN : 1
  • CDOM : 113
  • Close Date :
  • Community Type : Non-Gated
  • Date Created : 2025-05-21
  • Full Address : 1581 San Carlos Bay DR, SANIBEL FL 33957
  • Last Change Timestamp : 2025-05-21T13:05:46.540Z
  • List Price : $3,995,000
  • Lot Unit :
  • Mandatory Club Fee Freq :
  • MLS Area Major : SI01 - Sanibel Island
  • Photo Count : 50
  • Possession : Array
  • Potential Short Sale YN :
  • Range :
  • Road :
  • Sewer :
  • Status : Active
  • Street Dir Suffix :
  • Subdivision Info : SANIBEL ISLES
  • Table : Residential
  • Township :
  • Water : Central
  • Zoning Code:
  • Association Mngmt Phone : (239) 472-2735
  • Boat Access : Boat Dock Private
  • Canal Width : $Canal Width 121-150
  • City : SANIBEL
  • Condo Fee : 0
  • Condo Fee Freq :
  • Current Price : $3,995,000
  • DOM : 113
  • Elevation :
  • Gulf Access Type : Bridge(s)/Water Indirect
  • Master HOA Fee Freq : 0
  • Land Lease Fee Freq :
  • Last Change Type : New Listing
  • Legal Desc :
  • Maintenance : Other
  • Mandatory HOA Y/N : 75
  • Matrix Modified DT : 2025-09-11T21:19:43.973Z
  • MLS Number : 225049267
  • Other PI Ds :
  • Photo Modification Timestamp : 2025-09-11T18:24:00.080Z
  • Postal Code : 33957
  • Price Per Acre : 12,445,483
  • Rear Exposure : SE
  • Room Count : 0
  • Source of Measure Lot Dimensions :
  • Status Type : Resale Property
  • Street Name : San Carlos Bay
  • Street Suffix : DR
  • Tax Desc :
  • Tax Year : 2024
  • Trees :
  • Utilities Available :
  • Waterfront Desc :
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1581 San Carlos Bay DR, SANIBEL FL 33957

$3,995,000