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946 Whelk Dr, Sanibel, FL 33957 - 3 Bedroom Pool Home in Shell Harbor

$1,399,000

MLS Number
2025014644
Bedrooms
3 Bed
Bathrooms
2 Baths + 1 Half
Living Area
2,179 sq ft
Total Area
4,408 sq ft
Garage Spaces
2
Year Built
1976
Days on Market
11

home Property Description

Experience the ultimate in coastal living with this stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath canal home, beautifully remodeled and located on Sanibel's highly sought-after east end in the Shell Harbor neighborhood. Just a short walk from the beach with deeded beach access and parking, this home offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and the causeway. Enjoy breathtaking canal views that stretch into the distance, creating an idyllic backdrop for serene sunrises and sunsets. The home boasts a split floor plan for enhanced privacy, and the chef’s kitchen featuring high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an open, inviting layout. The primary suite opens directly onto the pool area, offering a private retreat with seamless access to outdoor living. Multiple sliders throughout the home connect the interior to the spacious screened pool deck, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. With high-end travertine floors throughout (except in the carpeted bedrooms) and an array of modern upgrades, including a new HVAC system, impact windows, and a completely remodeled interior in 2023, this home is designed for comfort and style. The dock setup is perfect for boating enthusiasts, with two concrete docks (including a patio dock), a boat lift, and over 70 feet of dock length offering quick access to the Sanibel Marina, Gramma Dot’s restaurant and the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the ever-changing activity of the wide, main canal and intersecting canal, where you can spot boaters, kayakers, paddleboarders, and even dolphins and manatees. The home also features a pool, a redesigned deck and pool screen enclosure, and smart-home capabilities with Wi-Fi-enabled HVAC, cameras, washer, dryer, irrigation system, and garage door. An unbeatable location on a quiet cul-de-sac, this home is the epitome of island living. Don't miss your chance to own this spectacular property and experience Sanibel at its finest!

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fact_check The Basics

Property Type Single Family
Gulf Access Yes
Boat Access Boat Dock Private, Boat Lift, Concrete Dock, Elec Avail at dock, Water Avail at Dock, Wooden Dock
Private Pool Yes
Private Spa No
Acres 0.273
Furnished Unfurnished
Last Modified 1 week ago

savings Financials & HOA Fees

Foreclosure No
Auction No
Short Sale No
Mandatory HOA Yes
HOA Fee $100 annually

roofing Building Features

Building Features DSL/Cable Available
Building Style 1 Story/Ranch
Construction Materials Concrete Block, Stucco
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric
Covered Spaces 2
Elevator None
Floor Plan Split Bedrooms
Floors 1
Garage Spaces 2
Patio and Porch Patio
Rear Exposure Southeast
Roof Tile
Security Features Smoke Detector(s)
Storm Protection Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows, Shutters
View Canal
Water Source Central
Waterfront Features Canal Front, Navigable, Seawall

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chair Interior Features

Appliances & Equipment Wall Oven, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Smoke Detector, Auto Garage Door, Cooktop - Electric
Interior Features Smoke Detectors, Walk-In Closet(s), Fireplace, Foyer, Laundry Tub, Pantry
Additional Rooms Great Room, Laundry in Residence, Screened Lanai/Porch
Kitchen Features Pantry
Flooring Carpet
Gas No
Laundry Laundry in Residence, Laundry Tub

holiday_village Neighborhood and Community

Pets Allowed Yes
Amenities Beach Access, Community Gulf Boat Access
Neighborhood Shell Harbor
Neighborhood Type Boating, Non-Gated
Included in Fees Rec Facilities
HOA Restrictions Deeded

travel_luggage_and_bags Leasing Rules

Lease Limits Yes
Leases Per Year 12
Minimum Days of Lease 30

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Chris Farrugia, M.B.A.

Realtor® at The Listing Naples Group

📞 (239) 248-8171
📧 chris@listingnaples.com

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