A truly extraordinary opportunity to create a legacy property on one of Sanibel Island’s most coveted addresses. Nestled along prestigious Bay Drive, this remarkable nearly 20-acre parcel offers a level of privacy, tranquility, and possibility that has become exceptionally rare. Surrounded by the island’s natural beauty and just moments from the sparkling waters of San Carlos Bay and the renowned Dunes Golf & Tennis Club, the setting is both peaceful and wonderfully convenient. Imagine a winding private drive leading to a home designed entirely around your vision—a secluded estate immersed in native vegetation, abundant wildlife, and the timeless beauty that has always made Sanibel so treasured. This is your opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind island retreat unlike anything else available. What makes this offering truly exceptional is its rarity. Sanibel’s commitment to preserving its unique environment means that very little land remains available for future residential development. Parcels of this scale are virtually unheard of, making this one of the last opportunities to own such an expansive piece of the island. Here, you can enjoy the luxury of complete privacy without sacrificing accessibility, with beaches, golf, marinas, dining, and the charming shops of Periwinkle Way all just minutes away. This is more than vacant land, a place where generations can gather, where nature sets the pace, and where your dream home becomes part of one of Florida’s most cherished island communities. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare and unlikely to be repeated.
87 days on market · Listing updated October 15, 2026
Location
Facts & Features
- Utilities:
- None
- Sewer:
- None
- Water Source:
- None
- View:
- None/Other
- Waterfront:
- None
- Direction Faces:
- Northeast
- Lot Features:
- Irregular Lot
- Vegetation:
- Brush, Mangrove
- Irrigation:
- None
- Road Frontage:
- Public Road
- Community Features:
- Non-Gated
- Subdivision:
- METES AND BOUNDS
- Annual Taxes:
- $1,268
- Possession:
- Close Of Escrow
- Listing Terms:
- Buyer Finance/Cash
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | Original list price | $2,500,000 |
Reflects listing data on file, not a complete transaction history.
Listed by Louise Hammarberg, Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Co-listed by Jeffrey Burns, Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
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