$3,200,000
954 Whelk Drive Sanibel, FL 33957
For Sale MLS# 2026026714
4 beds 4 baths 3,400 sq ft Single Family
Details for 954 Whelk Drive
MLS# 2026026714
Description for 954 Whelk Drive, Sanibel, FL, 33957
Welcome to one of Shell Harbor's finest canal lots — completely transformed and ready for its next chapter. This stunning 4-bedroom plus den, 4-bath home on Sanibel's coveted east end has been newly elevated and fully renovated, delivering the perfect fusion of modern resilience and island luxury. Perched on a prime corner lot in a quiet cul-de-sac, the property commands an impressive stretch of canal frontage with sweeping multi-canal views, made all the more dramatic by its elevated position. Below, an oversized dock and boat lift offer seamless access to San Carlos Bay and the Gulf of Mexico — a true boater's paradise. Inside, the great room serves as the heart of the home — sun-drenched, open-concept, and anchored by a handsome tray ceiling. The gourmet kitchen impresses with quartz countertops, a spacious center island, and high-end appliances, while elegant light tile flooring flows effortlessly throughout. Every bedroom is generously proportioned and paired with its own private bath, and the custom bunk room is a showstopper that family and guests will love. Step outside and the magic continues. Panoramic screens frame the water views from every angle, blurring the line between indoors and out in true Sanibel style. The composite deck overlooks an oversized sparkling pool — an ideal setting for sunset dinners or quiet mornings watching the manatees drift by. The large lower level provides opportunity for ample storage and parking with sliders out to the pool deck. A meandering stone path leads you down to the composite deck — a generous, sun-kissed retreat designed for lingering. Whether you're settling in for a long al fresco dinner, watching the boats glide past, or simply soaking in the canal views as the day winds down, this space invites you to slow down and savor every moment of island living at its finest Deeded beach access with a private parking lot is just steps away, and the east end location means easy on-and-off island access with close proximity to the bike path, shops, and restaurants. Move-in ready, fully elevated, and impeccably renovated — opportunities like this on Sanibel's finest canal lots are extraordinarily rare. Don't miss your chance to make this island dream your own.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Lot Size: 0.44 Acres
Square Feet: 3,400 sq ft
Year Built: 1974
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Construction: Block,Concrete,Stucco
Subdivision: Shell Harbor
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier,Raised
Furnished: Yes
County: Lee
Days On Market: 25
Construction Status: Resale
Room Information
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 4
Additonal Room Information
Laundry: Inside
Interior Features
Appliances: Ice Maker, Built-In Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Cooktop, RefrigeratorWithIce Maker
Flooring: Tile
Doors/Windows: Impact Glass, Sliding, Window Coverings
Additional Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Closet Cabinetry, Family/Dining Room, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Living/Dining Room, Multiple Shower Heads, Separate Shower, Shower Only, Window Treatments, Walk-In Pantry, 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: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Paved, driveway, Underground, Garage
Roof: Tile
Pool: In Ground, Pool Equipment, Screen Enclosure, Electric Heat, Concrete, Heated
Lot View: Canal
Lot Dimensions: 70 x 171 x 182 x 121
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Security/High Impact Doors, Outdoor Shower, Deck, Patio, Patio, Porch, Deck, Balcony, Screened, Lanai, Irregular Lot, Cul-de-Sac, Oversized Lot, Sprinklers Automatic
Waterfront Details
Water Front Features: Navigable Water, Seawall, Intersecting Canal, Canal Access
Community Features
Community Features: Non-Gated, Boat Facilities
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Key Card Entry
Association Amenities: Management, Beach Access, Beach Rights, Boat Ramp, Boat Dock
HOA Dues Include: Legal/Accounting, Association Management, Recreation Facilities
Homeowners Association: Yes
HOA Dues: $100 / Annually
Driving Directions
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Financial Considerations
Terms: All Financing Considered,Cash
Tax/Property ID: 20-46-23-T4-03901.0300
Tax Amount: 20749
Tax Year: 2025
A broker reciprocity listing courtesy: Pfeifer Realty Group LLC
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