Waterfront - Eco Friendly - Seller Financing
Address
1000 Cayo Costa, Cayo Costa, FL
Price
$ 3,250,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#2026031845
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyLee
  • CityCayo Costa
  • AreaOI01 - Outer Islands
  • NeighborhoodCAYO COSTA
  • Zip33924
  • StyleFlorida, Multi-Level, Other, Two Story, Split Level, See Remarks
  • Year Built2011
  • Taxes$ 11379
  • Price$ 3,250,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage3014
  • Lot Size1.8 Acres
Data Source:
Florida Gulf Coast MLS (SWFLMLS)
Property Description

It Begins With a Boat Ride… and Ends Somewhere You Never Want to Leave! You idle through calm blue water, leaving the mainland behind. The noise fades. The pace slows. Palms appear. Sand glows white. And suddenly, you arrive, not at a house, but at a feeling. Hidden inside Cayo Costa State Park, within 2,500 acres of protected wilderness, this 1.8-acre off-grid waterfront estate feels like something discovered, not built. Surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico on one side and tranquil back-bay waters on the other, it’s as if you’ve washed ashore on your own private island, only this one was designed with intention, craftsmanship, and extraordinary care. Your boat rests safely in a sheltered bay at a private dock with lift. Step ashore and follow meandering wooden boardwalks through lush tropical surroundings. Each turn reveals something new, an open-air pavilion, a gazebo, firelight flickering, an outdoor kitchen waiting for long dinners and longer conversations. It feels West Indies–inspired, resort-like, and impossibly private. Inside, the story continues. Tropical woods, custom millwork, and warm textures wrap the home in character and soul. The great room opens effortlessly to the outdoors, anchored by a beautiful kitchen with custom mahogany cabinetry, live-edge granite, and high-end appliances. Morning coffee becomes a ritual as sunlight dances across palms and water. Time stretches. Nothing is rushed here. The primary suite is its own quiet chapter, private, serene, connected to nature, where indoor and outdoor living blur into one. Guest spaces are inviting and comfortable, perfect for family, friends, or those lucky enough to be invited to stay awhile. Though the setting feels delightfully marooned, modern life never intrudes. A brand-new, state-of-the-art solar, lithium battery, and generator system powers the home seamlessly, delivering full comfort with true off-grid independence. Days are filled with simple adventures, kayaking quiet waters, biking sandy trails, exploring miles of untouched beach, or hopping on the boat for lunch at nearby island favorites, before returning home, where the world once again slips away. This is not a place you stumble upon twice. It cannot be recreated. It cannot be replaced. It’s the kind of place people talk about long after they’ve left and the kind of place owners never truly want to.

Price History
7/27/2026 Listed $3,250,000

General Features

Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric,Zoned
Utilities Cable Available,High Speed Internet Available
Possession Close Of Escrow,Negotiable,See Remarks
Roof Metal
Appliances Built-In Oven,Cooktop,Dryer,Dishwasher,Freezer,Disposal,Ice Maker,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,RefrigeratorWithIce Maker,Tankless Water Heater,Water Purifier,Washer,Solar Hot Water
Garage Spaces 3
Association Fee Includes None
Patio/Porch Features Balcony,Deck,Lanai,Open,Patio,Porch,Screened
Architectural Style Florida,Multi-Level,Other,Two Story,Split Level,See Remarks
Security Features Fire Sprinkler System,Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Pets Allowed Yes
Year Built 2011
View Bay,Gulf,Landscaped,Mangroves,Water
Stories Count 2
Levels Two,Multi/Split
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2021
Ownership Single Family
Waterfront Features Bayfront,Mangrove,Navigable Water
Community Features Boat Facilities
County Lee
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Beach Rights,Beach Access,RV/Boat Storage,See Remarks
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Energy Efficient Solar Panel(s)
Subdivision Name CAYO COSTA
Facing Direction East
Garage Y/N true
Other Structures Gazebo,Outbuilding
Full Baths 3
Status Active
City Cayo Costa
Disclosures Owner Has Flood Insurance
Senior Community Y/N false
MLS Area OI01 - Outer Islands
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N false
Tax Annual Amount 11379
Property Condition Resale
Virtual Tour https://www.eastont.com/mcmurrayandmembers-1/1000
Standard Status Active
Tax Lot 10
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity Cayo Costa
Legal Description PROSPERO SUB PB 6 PG 50 PT BLK H + VAC ST

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Wet Bar,Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Area,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Dual Sinks,Eat-in Kitchen,Family/Dining Room,Fireplace,Kitchen Island,Living/Dining Room,Custom Mirrors,Other,Pantry,Sitting Area in Primary,See Remarks,Shower Only,Separate Shower,Upper Level Primary,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Bar,Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring Tile,Wood
Furnished Y/N Furnished
Fireplace Features Outside
Total Stories 2
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Sliding,Impact Glass,Shutters
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Inside,Laundry Tub
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Bathroom,Den,Exercise Room,Family Room,Guest Quarters,Loft,Office,Other,Recreation,Screened Porch,Workshop,Great Room
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Gulf Access true
Gulf Access Type No Bridge(s),Via Boat Lift,Water Direct
Exterior Amenities Deck,Fence,Security/High Impact Doors,Outdoor Kitchen,Outdoor Shower,Other,Patio,Room For Pool,Storage
Parking Features Attached,Covered,Underground,Garage
Lot Features Irregular Lot,Oversized Lot
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 1.8
Foundation Details Pillar/Post/Pier,Raised
Spa false
Building Area Total 6669
Lot Dimensions 325 x 240 x 325 x 214
Lot Size Acres 1.8
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Waterfront Y/N true
Covered Spaces 3
Other Equipment Generator,Reverse Osmosis System,Satellite Dish
LotDimensionsSource Appraiser

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 33924

Price
AVG $3.54M
$3.25M
Taxes
AVG $27,722
$11,379
Year Built
AVG 1992
2011

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