$1,027,000
2 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Captiva
4481 Butterfly Shell Drive, Captiva, FL, 33924
About this home
North Captiva, private heated saltwater pool, Gulf-side location, turnkey furnished, rental history and 150+ five-star guest reviews. Welcome to “The Perfect Shell,” a fabulous turnkey island beach home offering an exceptional south Gulf-side location, private heated saltwater pool, easy beach access and impressive vacation-rental history with 150+ five-star reviews! Situated on a desirable high-and-dry lot in Captiva Dunes, this charming stilt home is just a short walk or golf-cart ride to the wide sugar-sand shoreline of Sunset Beach, known for spectacular sunsets, shelling, fishing, swimming and sandbars. Additional prime surrounding lots may be available for purchase by the buyer, offering a unique opportunity for added privacy or expansion. STRAP: 05-45-21-08-00000.0350 & 05-45-21-08-00000.0090 Inside, a bright, open great-room floor plan captures beautiful tropical views and opens to an expansive screened front balcony with sliders, ceiling fan and recessed lighting. The home offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths and is sold turnkey furnished with lovely furnishings, fixtures and window coverings. The kitchen features a long breakfast bar, Corian countertops, recessed lighting, appliances and gas range. The primary bedroom includes a large closet. The main bath offers a large tiled shower and Corian-topped vanity. The half bath includes a sink, extensive built-in cabinetry, countertops and full-size stacked washer/dryer, with potential for a second full bath if desired. Outside, the large heated saltwater pool features built-in seating shelves, aluminum fencing and expansive brick-paver decking with wonderful sun exposure. A generous side yard provides additional outdoor space and room to expand. The spacious under-house area offers even more possibilities for entertaining—add an outdoor shower, changing area, bath, bar or outdoor kitchen. Enjoy the best of island living with exceptional outdoor space, tropical surroundings and easy access to one of North Captiva’s most beautiful beaches. Great property layout with a large side yard, pool area and room to expand—an increasingly special combination on the island. Simply a must-see! Recent improvements and features include a 2024 white standing-seam metal roof, 2023 HVAC, 2025 exterior paint, 2023 whole-house reverse-osmosis system, hurricane-impact windows and doors, Hardie-board siding, tile throughout and attached ground-level garage. For buyers interested in vacation-rental income, The Perfect Shell has an established rental history with many repeat annual guests and 150+ five-star reviews. The property is professionally managed, with continued management available. Best of all, this is a private pool home with no HOA fees or club membership to assume! Whether you're looking for your own North Captiva getaway, an established vacation-rental property, or a combo of personal enjoyment & income potential, an exceptional location, beach access, pool, surroundings, improvements and loved by guests!
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 2008
- Interior
- 1,232 sqft
- Lot size
- 8,786.052 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.20 acres
- Garage
- 1 car
- Days on market
- 44
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $14,378/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- South
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- Yes
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
Amenities
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Price & status history
Down $52,000 (4.8%) from the original list price.
| Aug 8, 2026 | Price reducedfrom $1,049,000 | $1,027,000 |
| Jul 11, 2026 | Listed | $1,079,000 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Built 2008 — post-2002 Florida wind codes (typically lower insurance)
- Private pool
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
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