St. James City, FL 33956 2755 Cussell Drive

Modern Island Paradise on 1.62 Acres with 867 FT of Waterfront overlooking Basin Views and the Intracoastal Waterway! Welcome to a one-of-a-kind private waterfront estate blending modern luxury, natural beauty, and absolute privacy. Built in 2018 by renowned Stearns Custom Builders, this architectural masterpiece spans 1.62 acres and boasts 867 feet of waterfront with unobstructed basin-to-bay views. Surrounded by protected preserves, this contemporary retreat offers a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle and direct access to open water within minutes. A private gated entry and paver drive lined with Royal Palms lead to the main residence, where you are welcomed by soaring two-story ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and breathtaking water views throughout. The dramatic living room features maple ceilings with exposed metal beams, a stunning stacked-stone fireplace, and motorized blinds—all integrated into a Control4 Smart Home System. Designed for entertaining, the chef’s kitchen includes an oversized quartz island, custom cabinetry with glass uppers, full-height tile backsplash, wall oven, oversized refrigerator, and a walk-in pantry. The expansive, open layout seamlessly connects the kitchen to the main living area and outdoor space. The first-floor master suite is a sanctuary with 90-degree sliders revealing panoramic water views. The spa-inspired primary bathroom offers dual vanities, a massive walk-in shower, and a custom walk-in closet. With five total rooms, including two guest bedrooms, a home office, and a private home theater, there’s space for work, leisure, and hosting guests. Upstairs, a second-story deck stretches across the home offering incredible views over the treetops to the Intracoastal Waterway and beyond to Punta Rassa and the barrier islands. The third-floor rooftop deck is your ultimate sunset vantage point, with 360-degree views of the water and surrounding preserves. PERSONAL RESORT POOL, featuring a zero-edge saltwater infinity pool with an integrated hot tub, custom fire bowls, sun shelf, bug misting system, and a rock beach sunbathing area. The outdoor kitchen is equipped with grill, fridge, sink, cypress ceilings, motorized screens, and a TV lounge area—perfect for entertaining. For the boating enthusiast, a 90-foot dock with captain’s walk, lighting, custom boat house with 8,000 lb lift, and fish cleaning station. The oversized 6+ car garage includes high ceilings for lifts and additional workspace. Additional features include a floating staircase, solid cherry interior doors, sound-insulated walls, hurricane impact glass, motorized shutters, elevated construction, travertine decking, and separate pool bath and equipment storage. This is more than a home—it’s a private resort, a smart home haven, and a sanctuary in nature, yet still convenient to the amenities of Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Captiva, Boca Grande, and Ussepa Island. Island living awaits in this one-of-a-kind Coastal Retreat.