$5,500,000
5 Bed Pool Home for Sale in Frowes Subd
16205 Captiva Drive, Captiva, FL, 33924
About this home
Welcome to " Avoca" a captivating GULF FRONT WITH PRIVATE BEACH trophy estate and/or premier investment property on 1.12 acres. ideally positioned along the coveted Tween Waters stretch of Captiva Drive on Captiva Island. Offering rare privacy, and DIRECT beach frontage, this remarkable property showcases panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico and a private beach path to sugar-sand shores. Avoca's lush tropical setting frames a true western facing resort-style backyard allowing for Captiva's ICONIC SUNSET VIEWS, featuring a 20' x 60' pool with integrated spa, a full outdoor kitchen, and one of the most impressive outdoor entertaining environments on Captiva. Spanning over one acre and set at one of the highest elevations on the island (X Zone Flood Elevation), Avoca is located within the Estate Zoning district and no HOA restrictions! Recent upgrades include a newer roof and impact-rated windows and doors for added peace of mind. Inside, the residence is thoughtfully designed for relaxed luxury and effortless indoor/outdoor entertaining. Four expansive levels of decking invite breathtaking views and Gulf breezes from nearly every room. The main living level offers a generous open layout with a spacious chef’s kitchen, open dining area, fireplace, elevator, multiple guest bedrooms, and light-filled gathering spaces. The third-floor owner’s suite is a private sanctuary, complete with a balcony, sitting area, office nook, and a well-appointed en-suite bath. Additional guest suites and a loft area provide comfortable accommodations for family and friends. Crowning the home is one of the highest rooftop sundecks on the island, delivering elevated, unobstructed coastal views. Whether envisioned as an extraordinary private Gulf-front retreat, a luxurious vacation escape, or a proven high-performing rental investment, Avoca represents a rare and compelling opportunity on world-renowned Captiva Island.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1997
- Interior
- 3,890 sqft
- Lot size
- 48,656.52 sqft
- Acreage
- 1.12 acres
- Garage
- 2 car
- Days on market
- 133
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $77,000/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Not available
- Storm protection
- Impact Windows/Doors
- Exposure
- West
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Gulf access
- Yes
- Gulf access type
- Direct — Gulf frontage
- Pool
- Yes
- Spa
- Yes
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
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The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Private pool
- Gulf access (Direct — Gulf frontage)
- Storm protection: Impact Windows/Doors
- 2-car garage
- Built 1997 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
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