$2,450,000
738 Anchor Drive Sanibel, FL 33957
For Sale MLS# 2026021393
4 beds 3 baths 2,692 sq ft Single Family
Details for 738 Anchor Drive
MLS# 2026021393
Description for 738 Anchor Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
There are homes that impress, and there are homes that linger in memory long after the visit is over. The difference is often found in the details, the subtle nuances that quietly elevate a property from exceptional to irreplaceable. Along Sanibel Island’s desirable east end, this remarkable waterfront retreat is defined by those rare distinctions. Tucked away along the charming, tree-lined stretch of Anchor Drive, one of Sanibel’s sought-after streets, the setting alone is extraordinary. Unlike many island roads that simply end at the water, Anchor Drive transitions into a picturesque brick-paver lane leading to a private footbridge that gently crosses the canal and delivers residents directly to beach access beyond. It is a feature few properties on the island can claim, an effortless connection between boating and beach lifestyles, where morning bike rides to the Gulf and sunset visits along the sand become part of everyday life. Positioned at one of the desirable locations along the street, this exceptional residence commands a breathtaking setting where a serene mangrove-lined canal meets a wide sea walled canal, creating panoramic and breathtaking water vistas. With an impressive 180 feet of canal frontage, the property offers not only extraordinary privacy and scenery but also enhanced maneuverability, expanded dockage and direct boating advantages. The substantial private dock and lift can accommodate significantly larger vessels than most neighboring properties, delivering a yachter’s lifestyle with wonderful Gulf access. Surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and enveloped in complete privacy, the home itself has been beautifully reimagined through an extensive remodel that blends refined island elegance with relaxed coastal sophistication. Thoughtfully curated interiors are complemented by designer furnishings, inviting gathering spaces and richly appointed finishes throughout. Expanses of beautiful flooring guide you through multiple living and sitting areas designed equally for intimate relaxation and effortless entertaining. At the center of the home, a stunning chef’s kitchen with an expansive island serves as the natural focal point, seamlessly connecting the interiors to the spectacular outdoor setting beyond. Walls of impact glass draw the eye outward to the screened pool enclosure, tranquil waterways and swaying tropical landscape, creating a constant sense of connection to the island’s natural beauty. This is more than a waterfront home. It is a rare convergence of location, boating access, beach proximity, privacy and lifestyle, the kind of property whose value reveals itself not in a single feature but in the extraordinary way every element comes together.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.32 Acres
Square Feet: 2,692 sq ft
Year Built: 1973
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Block,Other,Concrete,Stucco
Subdivision: Shell Harbor
Furnished: Yes
County: Lee
Days On Market: 1
Construction Status: Resale
Room Information
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 3
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Inside
Interior Features
Appliances: Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Microwave
Flooring: Other,Tile
Doors/Windows: Sliding, Impact Glass
Additional Interior Features: Tray Ceiling(s), Breakfast Bar, Home Office, Other, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Dual Sinks
Utilities
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Other Utilities: Cable Available
Cooling: Electric, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Attached, Garage
Roof: Tile
Pool: In Ground, Screen Enclosure, Electric Heat, Heated
Lot View: Canal
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Other, Security/High Impact Doors, Screened, Porch, Lanai, Irregular Lot
Waterfront Details
Water Front Features: Canal Access, Across the Road Water Frontage
Community Features
Community Features: Boat Facilities
Association Amenities: Management, Beach Access, Beach Rights
HOA Dues Include: Other
Homeowners Association: Yes
Financial Considerations
Terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
Tax/Property ID: 20-46-23-T4-00002.0350
Tax Amount: 12109.34
Tax Year: 2025
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
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