The sale, brokered by Valerie Tutor of Kingfisher Real Estate, underscores the enduring appetite for rare waterfront parcels in Southwest Florida. The estate holds a spot on the Lee County Historic Register, largely due to the boathouse that served as a base for Roosevelt and naturalist Russell J. Coles. That structure now functions as a guest cottage, preserving the connection to the 26th president, who also established the nearby Pine Island National Wildlife Refuge.
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Captiva Island Estate With Roosevelt Roots Fetches $10 Million
A piece of Florida history has changed hands for $10 million as the Gulf-to-Bay estate known as Dolphins Crossing sold this week. The property, located at 15735-15737 Captiva Drive, remains anchored by a restored boathouse once used by Theodore Roosevelt during his 1917 expedition to hunt giant manta rays.
Beyond its historical significance, the property represents one of the few "Gulf-to-Bay" holdings on Captiva Island, where fewer than 500 residential parcels exist. The 0.66-acre site spans the island's width, providing private access to both beach and bay. The main residence, a 6,313-square-foot structure, offers four bedrooms and five bathrooms spread across three levels. Modern upgrades include smart-home integration and a private elevator, blending contemporary luxury with the surrounding landscape of the Roosevelt Channel.
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