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$33,880,000

Welcome to Mandalay, an unparalleled sanctuary where refined luxury meets unspoiled nature on one of Florida’s most coveted stretches of beachfront. This is more than a home, it is a legacy estate where properties of this magnitude and caliber are truly special and rare. Step inside through a grand, gated entrance and experience the seamless blend of modern elegance and timeless coastal design. Built to commercial standards in 2009, this fortress-like estate is engineered to endure with custom Tischler windows and doors imported from Germany, capable of withstanding over 200 mph winds. Every detail has been meticulously curated, far exceeding Florida’s most rigorous building codes. The estate’s expansive layout was designed for effortless entertaining and luxurious day-to-day living. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, boasting a full-size walk-in cooler, professional-grade appliances, a sprawling prep island, butler’s pantry, and a stunning full-service bar, all overlooking the Gulf of Mexico’s endless horizon. It's an entertainer’s paradise, offering unforgettable backdrops for gatherings both grand and intimate. The primary suite is a haven of serenity, featuring a cozy fireplace, private balcony, and spa-inspired ensuite complete with dual vanities, individual water closets, and a spa shower that redefines relaxation. Step outside to the resort-style pool, framed by a dramatic spillover waterfall, where a private path leads you to one of Sanibel Island’s most celebrated treasures, its white sandy beach. From sunrise meditations to sunset soirées and some of the BEST shelling in the country, every moment here is steeped in the magic of Gulf-front living. Mandalay is not just a home, it’s the epitome of coastal living, elevated to its highest expression. Whether you're seeking a private family compound, an elite retreat, or a trophy property, this offering is your once-in-a-lifetime invitation to own one of Florida’s most exclusive beachfront estates. Experience the pinnacle of privacy, prestige, and paradise... Mandalay awaits.

6 Beds ⋅ 8 Baths ⋅ 224050501 MLS

6111 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel

$9,450,000

A one of a kind offering with 150ft of water frontage laden with rich national history. President Theodore Roosevelt began frequenting Captiva in 1908. In 1917 he staged his houseboat at this very location for his legendary Devil Fish expedition of which he hunted and gathered for the Smithsonian. In the 1930s this property served as one of only two locations to deliver goods to Captiva mainly of which was building materials, delivered by barge. The oversized grandfathered dock was built in 1939 by the WPA which was founded by Franklin Roosevelt. The romantic boathouse, which is cantilevered over the water and is also grandfathered in, was constructed in 1953 by Harold Bixby. Bixby was one of Charles Lindbergh's primary backers in 1927 when Lindbergh accomplished his transatlantic flight in The Spirit of St Louis. The boathouse with two bedrooms and caretaker cottage with one bedroom stand today in superb condition with a recently installed composite roof with a 100 year life expectancy. As you approach the main house, you are greeted with the charm of olde world Southern architecture. Inside you will find soaring ceilings of cypress, and beautiful views of Roosevelt Channel along with three spacious bedrooms, a library and an office. Resting on over 1.3 acres with deeded beach access.

6 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 224082961 MLS

16777 Captiva Drive, Captiva