Description

Welcome to Mermaid Cottage, a charming elevated 3BR/2BA pool home in Sanibel’s Gumbo Limbo neighborhood. This is the best-priced elevated pool home currently on the market in Gumbo Limbo, offering exceptional value in a family-friendly community – a rare opportunity to own a Sanibel home well below the island’s median price.
Surrounded by lush native landscaping on over 1/2-acre, this beach retreat features light-filled living spaces, a spacious enclosed Florida room, relaxing porch areas, and a sparkling pool with patio area—ideal for laid-back island living or entertaining. This well-maintained property offers a perfect blend of island charm and modern comfort, ideal as a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment opportunity. Most recent updates include a new A/C system and new pool equipment in 2023. The roof was replaced in 2018, water heater in 2017. The current flood insurance policy is transferable.
Gumbo Limbo is a serene enclave of island-style homes and lakes. Zoned for The Sanibel School, a top-rated K–8 public school. Just a short drive or bike ride to world-renowned beaches, nature preserves, local shops, and dining, Mermaid Cottage invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and live the Sanibel dream!