21520/522 Indian Bayou Dr Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

Truly unique modern, open-concept home on a huge +/- 0.82 acre lot offers a private dock with easy boating access to the Gulf of Mexico, spectacular views of Estero Bay preserve and a short stroll to the famous fine sands of Fort Myers Beach. Watch dolphins and manatees playing around your dock, while having coffee on your large screened-in lanai. Overlook your private dock and the bay past manicured mangroves, while enjoying the tranquility only a nature preserve can provide. The main upper living area features a modern open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen with bar island, a large open dining area overlooking the bay, a huge screened-in lanai with unbelievable views, a large living area, a luxurious master suite and three additional guest rooms. In addition the LEGAL lower living area features a completable self-contained, open-concept, 2 bedroom in-law suite or rental apartment with separate screened lanai overlooking the bay. It allows for extra elbow space and/or rental income with daily rental allowed. The entire home underwent an extensive structural and architectural rebuild in 2019/2020 to exceed current hurricane codes including hurricane resistant doors and windows, new roof, spray-foam insulation and updated framing members. The home showed NO wind damage from the category 5 winds of hurricane Ian in 2022. The lower level has been completely rebuild with hurricane and flood resistant measures. This is a very unique opportunity to purchase one of the largest bayfront lots in Fort Myers Beach, FL. The Town of Fort Myers Beach is at the beginning of a major, island-wide re-development with several luxurious condo and hotel complexes being planed or in the building process. The island is abuzz with the construction of new, high end homes and retail/restaurant facilities. Away from the the hustle of Times Square at the North end of the island, this unique home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by high-end homes and nature. Opportunity is knocking and the future is bright! - listing agent is part owner