About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 4481 Butterfly Shell Drive in Captiva, FL is listed for $999,500 ($811 per sqft). Built in 2008, the home offers 1,232 sqft of living space on a 0.20 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 2008
  • 0.20 acre lot
  • Private pool

Property Details

1 story
1 full, 1 half
2008

Amenities

PoolA/C
Listing Description

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

Monthly Cost Estimate

$5,346/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$723
Interest$4,331
Insurance$292

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

4481 Butterfly Shell Drive

Captiva, FL 33924

NORTH CAPTIVA DUNES

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

BreakfastBarBuiltInFeaturesHighCeilingsLivingDiningRoomSittingAreaInPrimaryShowerOnlySeparateShowerCableTvBarWalkInClosetsWindowTreatments

Exterior Features

DeckSecurityHighImpactDoorsStorageGasGrill

Property Details

Flooring

Tile

Construction

WoodFrame

Pool Features

Pool

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

CarportDrivewayUnderground/BasementGaragePaved or Surfaced

Heating

Electric (Heating)Central

Cooling

Central AirCeiling Fan(s)Electric

Appliances

DryerDishwasherGasCooktopDisposalIceMakerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorRefrigeratorWithIceMakerWaterPurifierWasher

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 4481 Butterfly Shell Drive is listed at $999,500 ($811/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $5,346 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 2008, 0.20 acre lot, Private pool. Interior Features: BreakfastBar, BuiltInFeatures, HighCeilings. Exterior Features: Deck, SecurityHighImpactDoors, Storage.

This property is listed by Amy Ivey and can be reached at 2394629614.

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Amy Ivey

License 453003659

Agent at Swept Away Realty

(239) 462-9614

Listed by Swept Away Realty · Broker phone: (239) 462-9614 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 2026029804· Source: Florida Gulf Coast Multiple Listing Service, Inc.· 67 days on PropertySimple

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4481 Butterfly Shell Drive, Captiva, FL 33924

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