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16814 Captiva Drive

Captiva, FL 33924

6 beds
7 baths
6,500 sqft
~1 acre lot
$2,692 per sqft
2025 build
– on site

Resilience. Romance. Rarity. Excitement. History.... Once in a great while, something truly remarkable emerges—something so rare and special, it's reserved for only a select few. This is one of those moments. Welcome to a captivating beach estate that embodies over a century of history, elegance, and coastal charm. Originally constructed in 1912 as part of the legendary Tarpon Inn Resort on Useppa Island—an ambitious project by none other than Barron G. Collier—this historic cottage has journeyed through time. In 1948, it found its forever home atop a majestic dune on Captiva Island’s prestigious Gold Coast, relocated by famed philanthropist and big-game hunter Col. Francis T. Colby. With 131 feet of unspoiled Gulf frontage, the high ridge setting is as rare as it is stunning. Today, the story continues with the addition of a newly built, exquisitely designed guest house—a modern architectural marvel crafted by Benchmark Construction and visionary - acclaimed Architect and Designer Joyce Owens of AJO Architecture & Designs. This waterfront retreat features two thoughtfully designed guest areas, offering privacy, comfort, and a seamless blend of indoor-outdoor living. Every inch of this estate, from the historic main cottage to the contemporary guest residence, is infused with luxury, elegance, and intention. Together, they create the ultimate Gulf-front retreat—a legacy property meant to be treasured for generations. This is more than a home. It's a timeless experience, a rare blend of old-world charm and modern sophistication. A truly unmatched offering on Florida’s West Coast—impossible to replicate, unforgettable to experience.

Listing courtesy of FGCMLS / Royal Shell Real Estate, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 27, 2025 •

MLS# 225030790 —

The Building

Year Built:

2025
New Construction:

true
Construction Materials:

Brick,Block,Other,Concrete,Stucco,WoodFrame
Building Area Total:

12525.0
Building Area Source:

Appraiser
Architectural Style:

Contemporary,Florida,MultiLevel,Other,Ranch,OneStory,TwoStory,SplitLevel,SeeRemarks
Roof:

Metal
Foundation Details:

PillarPostPier,Raised
Exterior Features:

Courtyard,Deck,Fence,SecurityHighImpactDoors,SprinklerIrrigation,OutdoorGrill,OutdoorKitchen,OutdoorShower,Other,Patio,Storage,GasGrill
Door Features:

FrenchDoors
Window Features:

CasementWindows,Other,SingleHung,Sliding,ImpactGlass,Shutters,WindowCoverings
Patio And Porch Features:

Balcony,Deck,Open,Patio,Porch
Security Features:

BurglarAlarmMonitored,SecuritySystem,SmokeDetectors
Stories:

1
Stories Total:

2
Levels:

Two,MultiSplit
Direction Faces:

East

Interior

Interior Features:

WetBar,BreakfastBar,BuiltInFeatures,BedroomOnMainLevel,BreakfastArea,Bathtub,ClosetCabinetry,CathedralCeilings,SeparateFormalDiningRoom,DualSinks,EntranceFoyer,EatInKitchen,FamilyDiningRoom,FrenchDoorsAtriumDoors,Fireplace,HighCeilings,JettedTub,KitchenIsland,LivingDiningRoom,MultipleShowerHeads,CustomMirrors
Furnished:

Negotiable
Flooring:

Tile,Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Outside
Laundry Features:

WasherHookup,DryerHookup,Inside,LaundryTub

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

6500.0
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Financial & Terms

Possession:

CloseOfEscrow

Location

Latitude:

26.490121
Longitude:

-82.185548

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Subtype Additional:

SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition:

NewConstruction
View:

Gulf,Water
View:

true
Lot Features:

OversizedLot,SprinklersAutomatic
Lot Size Acres:

1.033
Lot Size Area:

1.033
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Source:

Appraiser
Lot Size Dimensions:

100 x 500 x 131 x 496
Lot Dimensions Source:

Appraiser
Zoning Description:

RS-2
Parcel Number:

03-46-21-00-00024.0000
Other Structures:

Gazebo,Outbuilding
Other Equipment:

Generator
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

BeachFront,Gulf
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Responsibility:

PublicMaintainedRoad

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Legal Description:

PARL IN SEC 3 AS DESC OR 1864 PG 999
Tax Annual Amount:

74722.2

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

6

Baths

Total Baths:

7
Half Baths:

2
Full Baths:

5

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central,Electric,Zoned
Heating:

true
Cooling:

CentralAir,CeilingFans,Electric,Gas,Zoned
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

CableAvailable,NaturalGasAvailable,HighSpeedInternetAvailable
Sewer:

SepticTank
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

DoubleOven,Dishwasher,Freezer,GasCooktop,Disposal,IndoorGrill,IceMaker,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,RefrigeratorWithIceMaker,SeparateIceMachine,SelfCleaningOven,TanklessWaterHeater,WineCooler,Washer

The Community

Subdivision Name:

METES AND BOUNDS
Community Features:

NonGated
Association:

false
Association Fee Includes:

Other
Association Amenities:

Other
Spa:

true
Spa Features:

Gunite,InGround
Pool Features:

Concrete,InGround,PoolEquipment,SeeRemarks,OutsideBathAccess,PoolSpaCombo
Pool Private:

true
Pets Allowed:

Yes
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

3.0
Attached Garage:

true
Carport:

false
Covered Spaces:

3.0
Parking Features:

Attached,Covered,Driveway,Garage,GolfCartGarage,Guest,Paved,TwoSpaces,GarageDoorOpener

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$17,500,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$93,707
Taxes	$6,226
Insurance	$4,812
Utilities	$350 See report
Total	$105,095/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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