4405 W Gulf Drive, Sanibel, FL 33957 - SW Florida Gulf Coast Properties

$27,000,000

Set on 4.55 acres at the very end of prestigious W 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… Read More 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. Read Less

Courtesy of Mike Darda, Compass Florida LLC.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Mar 24, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

10,183

Lot Size

4.55 Acres

Year Built

2017

MLS Number

2026012050

30 Days Snapshot Of 33957

$680k

-9%

(avg) sold price

+40%

homes sold

180

+5%

(avg) days on market

Snapshot

Area Map

Additional Details

Property Access

Road surface type: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

BuiltInOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, GasCooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, SeparateIceMachine, TrashCompactor, WineCooler, Washer, Generator

Building

Built in 2017, Architectural style: TwoStory, Construction materials: Block, Concrete, Stone, Levels: Two, 2, 2 total stories, Toal building area: 15329

Community

NonGated

Cooling

CentralAir, CeilingFans, Electric

Doors

FrenchDoors, SlidingDoors

Exterior Features

Deck, Fence, SecurityHighImpactDoors, OutdoorGrill, OutdoorKitchen, OutdoorShower, Patio, Storage, ShuttersElectric, WaterFeature

Fireplaces

Outside

Floors

Tile, Wood

Garage

4 garage spaces

Water Features

BeachFront, Gulf

Heating

Central, Electric

Home Owner's Association

Association amenities: BeachRights, BeachAccess, FitnessCenter, None, Pool, PuttingGreens

Interior Features

Furnished: Negotiable, WetBar, BreakfastBar, Bidet, BuiltInFeatures, Bathtub, TrayCeilings, ClosetCabinetry, CathedralCeilings, CofferedCeilings, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, DualSinks, EntranceFoyer, EatInKitchen, FrenchDoorsAtriumDoors, Fireplace, HandicapAccess, HighCeilings, KitchenIsland, LivingDiningRoom, MultipleShowerHeads, CustomMirrors

Laundry

Inside, LaundryTub

Lot

4.55 acres, CulDeSac, DeadEnd, OversizedLot

Parking

4 covered spaces, Attached, CircularDriveway, Driveway, Garage, GolfCartGarage, Paved, GarageDoorOpener

Pets Policy

Yes

Pool

Concrete, GasHeat, Heated, InGround, Lap, PoolEquipment, ScreenEnclosure, SaltWater, OutsideBathAccess, PoolSpaCombo

Property

Patio and porch features: Balcony, Deck, Lanai, Open, Patio, Porch, Screened, GolfCourse, Gulf, Landscaped, Water

Roof

Metal, RolledHotMop

Security Features

BurglarAlarmMonitored, SecuritySystem, SmokeDetectors

Sewer

PublicSewer

Spa

GasHeat, Gunite, InGround, Screened

Taxes

Year: 2025

Utilities

CableAvailable, NaturalGasAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable, UndergroundUtilities

Windows

CasementWindows, Sliding, TransomWindows, ImpactGlass, Shutters, WindowCoverings

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