For Sale House MLS# 2026029804

4481 Butterfly Shell DR

CAPTIVA, FL 33924

$999,500

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About 4481 Butterfly Shell DR

A Must See! Wow Opportunity. North Captiva, private heated saltwater pool, Gulf-side location, turnkey furnished, rental history and 150+ five-star guest reviews. 60k in rentals Jan to July in 2026 alone. 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. 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. Exceptional location

Property details

Property

Type
Single Family Residence
MLS type
Single Family Home
Status
Active
Year built
2008
Stories
1
Living area
1,232 sqft
Price / sqft
$811
Lot
0.2017
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Furnished
Turnkey
Original price
$1,079,000
MLS #
2026029804

Interior

Features
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric, Breakfast Bar, Dining - Living, Bar, Built-In Cabinets, Laundry Tub, Smoke Detectors, Volume Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Coverings, true, Central Electric, Gas Available, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Residence, Laundry Tub, Tile, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Grill - Gas, Microwave, Water Treatment Owned, Range, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Reverse Osmosis, Washer
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Grill - Gas, Microwave, Water Treatment Owned, Range, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Reverse Osmosis, Washer
Flooring
Tile
Heating
true, Central Electric
Cooling
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
Laundry
Washer/Dryer Hookup, Laundry in Residence, Laundry Tub
Windows
Window Coverings

Exterior & lot

Features
Below Ground, Fiberglass, Electric Heat, Salt Water, Single Family, Screened Balcony, Storage, Storage, Driveway Unpaved, Golf Cart, Under Bldg Open, Attached, Attached Carport, Parking spaces: 3
Construction
Wood Frame, 1, Pillar/Post/Pier, Metal, Window Coverings
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Lot
Landscaped Area, View, RS-1, PARL IN S 1/2 GOVT LOT 3 PER OR 1714 PG 3728 LOT 34 UN 2 N CAPTIVA DUNES, 05-45-21-08-00000.0340, None/Other
View
Landscaped Area
Pool
Below Ground, Fiberglass, Electric Heat, Salt Water
Parking
Driveway Unpaved, Golf Cart, Under Bldg Open, Attached, Attached Carport
Garage spaces
1

Schools

District
Lee County School District

Utilities

Utilities
Private Sewer, Septic Tank, Reverse Osmosis - Entire House, Well
Water
Reverse Osmosis - Entire House, Well
Sewer
Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Security
Smoke Detector(s)

Financial

Financial
Florida Gulf Coast
Annual tax
$9,506
Tax year
2025
Parcel
05-45-21-08-00000.0340
Legal
PARL IN S 1/2 GOVT LOT 3 PER OR 1714 PG 3728 LOT 34 UN 2 N CAPTIVA DUNES

Location

Subdivision
NORTH CAPTIVA DUNES
Area
UPPER CAPTIVA
County
Lee
Neighborhood
North Captiva Dunes
Community
Lee, Dirt, 0.0, Florida Gulf Coast

Location

Neighborhood
North Captiva Dunes
Subdivision
NORTH CAPTIVA DUNES
School district
Lee County School District

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Listed by Amy Ivey, Swept Away Realty

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