Sanibel, FL 33957 1970 Wild Lime Drive

Nestled adjacent to the Ding Darling Wildlife Sanctuary, this beautifully renovated and elevated Sanibel home offers the perfect blend of privacy, luxury, and island charm. Just minutes from Bowman’s Beach, one of Sanibel’s most pristine shorelines with a myriad of gifts from the sea daily. This home is an idyllic retreat for those seeking a peaceful sanctuary away from the mainland’s high density. A private zen-like retreat surrounded by lush, professionally landscaped Oriental gardens this home is a true tropical paradise. Towering palms, majestic banyan trees, and vibrant flowering specimens create a picturesque setting, while the gentle rustling of leaves and the songs of exotic birds offer a soothing soundtrack to daily life. A tall bougainvillea and areca privacy hedge enhances seclusion, making this home a rare island hideaway. Inside, a thoughtfully designed split floor plan provides both privacy and openness. The main suite overlooks the pool and features two generous closets and a newly remodeled travertine spa-like bath. The guest wing offers three spacious bedrooms, each with commodious closets, and two beautifully updated baths with new glass shower and bath doors. The pool bath offers a whimsical turtle design and leads to the brand-new outdoor shower (2025). Note the fourth bedroom is currently being used as an office. The open concept kitchen, family room and dining area feature cathedral ceilings, a shiplap feature wall and expansive glass pocket doors leading to the lanai. The heart of this home is its stunning outdoor living space. A saltwater heated pool is surrounded by a natural stone pool deck that remains cool even in peak summer. The newly resurfaced pool is stunning and is enhanced by the panorama "super screen" lanai creating a seamless connection with the tropical surroundings. Modern Upgrades and finishes Include: New metal roof (2023) – $83,000. New porcelain plank flooring throughout (2024). Completely renovated kitchen (2024) with custom cabinetry, Café refrigerator, Bosch gas range, and Bosch dishwasher. Whole-home “Halo” water filtration and purification system. Top-of-the-line climate and humidity-controlled HVAC system ($17,000). New Eden Coast custom-designed garage door (2024) – $22,000. New laundry room (2019) with utility sink, washer, and dryer. New hot water heater (2023). New custom Kevlar hurricane shutters that cover the entire lanai and windows. With timeless elegance, high-end finishes, and an unbeatable location, this island retreat is a rare opportunity to own a private sanctuary in one of Sanibel’s most coveted areas.Schedule a private showing today and experience the magic of this Sanibel oasis! Only steps to the deeded beach access at the end of Bowman's Beach Road. Flood $2,340. Citizens Insurance $3,098. 9ft base elevation.