4481 Butterfly Shell Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
For Sale $974,500
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Fabulous North Captiva Island Opportunity! Welcome to the “The Perfect Shell,” a Fabulous Turnkey Furnished Gulf-side Beach Home featuring a private heated saltwater pool, no HOA or club membership fees, very impressive rental property with over 150+ FIVE STAR guest reviews! Situated on a desirable high-and-dry lot in Captiva Dunes, this custom stilt home is just a short walk or golf-cart ride to the sugar-sand shoreline of Sunset Beach, renowned for spectacular sunsets, shelling, fishing, swimming and sandbars! Surrounding lots may be available for purchase, offering an opportunity for added privacy or expansion directly across from and to the left of the home for a Prime Island Street and Island Location! Inquire on STRAP: 05-45-21-08-00000.0350 & 05-45-21-08-00000.0090. Inside, a bright, open great-room floor plan captures 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. Appraisal in Hand and Second Story Architectural Plans in Hand "as applicable" should you want to expand in the future to this custom beach home. 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, while the spacious under-house area offers possibilities for entertaining—add an outdoor shower, changing area, bath, bar or outdoor kitchen. Enjoy tropical surroundings, exceptional outdoor living and easy access to one of North Captiva’s most beautiful beaches. 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. The property is professionally managed, with continued management available. Whether you're looking for your own North Captiva getaway, private permanent island pool home, an established income-producing property, or a combination of personal enjoyment and rental potential, this exceptional island home delivers! Experience a Showing at The Perfect Shell, you will be glad you did!
Bar
Built-In Cabinets
Laundry Tub
Smoke Detectors
Volume Ceiling
Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Coverings
Taxes: $9,506.02
Tax Year: 2025
Screened Balcony
Storage
Gas Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Grill - Gas
Microwave
Water Treatment Owned
Range
Refrigerator/Icemaker
Reverse Osmosis
Washer
Y
Building Description: Ranch, Single Family
Community Type: Non-Gated
MLS Area: Upper Captiva
Total Square Footage: 1,512
Total Floors: 1
Water: Reverse Osmosis - Entire House, Well
Construction: Wood Frame
Short Sale: No
Date Listed: 2026-07-11 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Below Ground, Equipment Stays, Fiberglass, Electric Heat, Salt Water
Furnished: Turnkey
Kitchen Description: Gas Available
Windows: Window Coverings
Parking: Driveway Unpaved, Golf Cart, Under Bldg Open, Attached, Attached Carport
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Tile
Roof: Metal
Heating: Central Electric
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(S), Central Electric
Storm Protection: Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows
Security: Smoke Detector(S)
Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Laundry In Residence, Laundry Tub
Irrigation: Well
Pets: Yes
Restrictions: None/Other
Rear Exposure: S
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Lot Desc.: Regular
Listing Courtesy Of: Swept Away Realty
amykivey@comcast.net
Fabulous North Captiva Island Opportunity! Welcome to the “The Perfect Shell,” a Fabulous Turnkey Furnished Gulf-side Beach Home featuring a private heated saltwater pool, no HOA or club membership fees, very impressive rental property with over 150+ FIVE STAR guest reviews! Situated on a desirable high-and-dry lot in Captiva Dunes, this custom stilt home is just a short walk or golf-cart ride to the sugar-sand shoreline of Sunset Beach, renowned for spectacular sunsets, shelling, fishing, swimming and sandbars! Surrounding lots may be available for purchase, offering an opportunity for added privacy or expansion directly across from and to the left of the home for a Prime Island Street and Island Location! Inquire on STRAP: 05-45-21-08-00000.0350 & 05-45-21-08-00000.0090. Inside, a bright, open great-room floor plan captures 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. Appraisal in Hand and Second Story Architectural Plans in Hand "as applicable" should you want to expand in the future to this custom beach home. 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, while the spacious under-house area offers possibilities for entertaining—add an outdoor shower, changing area, bath, bar or outdoor kitchen. Enjoy tropical surroundings, exceptional outdoor living and easy access to one of North Captiva’s most beautiful beaches. 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. The property is professionally managed, with continued management available. Whether you're looking for your own North Captiva getaway, private permanent island pool home, an established income-producing property, or a combination of personal enjoyment and rental potential, this exceptional island home delivers! Experience a Showing at The Perfect Shell, you will be glad you did!
Property Details
Price: $974,500
Sq Ft: 1,232
($791 per
sqft)
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Partial Baths: 1
Unit On Floor: 2
City: Captiva
County: Lee
Type: Single Family
Development: Upper Captiva
Subdivision: North Captiva Dunes
Acres: 0.2017
Virtual Tour/Floorplan: View
Year Built: 2008
Listing Number: 2026029804
Status Code: A-Active
Taxes: $9,506.02
Tax Year: 2025
Application Fee: $0.00
Garage:
1
/
Y
Furnishings: Turnkey
Pets Allowed: Yes
Interior Features:
Bar
Built-In Cabinets
Laundry Tub
Smoke Detectors
Volume Ceiling
Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Coverings
Financial Information:
Taxes: $9,506.02
Tax Year: 2025
Exterior Features:
Screened Balcony
Storage
Equipment:
Gas Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Grill - Gas
Microwave
Water Treatment Owned
Range
Refrigerator/Icemaker
Reverse Osmosis
Washer
View:
Y
Additional Information:
Building Description: Ranch, Single Family
Community Type: Non-Gated
MLS Area: Upper Captiva
Total Square Footage: 1,512
Total Floors: 1
Water: Reverse Osmosis - Entire House, Well
Construction: Wood Frame
Short Sale: No
Date Listed: 2026-07-11 00:00:00
Pool: Y
Pool Description: Below Ground, Equipment Stays, Fiberglass, Electric Heat, Salt Water
Furnished: Turnkey
Kitchen Description: Gas Available
Windows: Window Coverings
Parking: Driveway Unpaved, Golf Cart, Under Bldg Open, Attached, Attached Carport
Garage Description: Y
Garage Spaces: 1
Attached Garage: Y
Flooring: Tile
Roof: Metal
Heating: Central Electric
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(S), Central Electric
Storm Protection: Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows
Security: Smoke Detector(S)
Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Laundry In Residence, Laundry Tub
Irrigation: Well
Pets: Yes
Restrictions: None/Other
Rear Exposure: S
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Lot Desc.: Regular
Map of 4481 Butterfly Shell Dr, Captiva, FL 33924
Listing Courtesy Of: Swept Away Realty
amykivey@comcast.net