About 408 Bella Vista Way E
AUCTION: Bidder registration deadline: 21 September. Starting bids expected between $950K-$1.95M. Welcome to Colony Beach Estates, one of Sanibel's premier East End beachfront communities, where timeless Old Florida architecture meets refined coastal living. Comprising just eighteen custom residences among mature tropical vegetation, this exclusive Gulf-front enclave offers privacy and a coveted location just a short walk from the Sanibel Lighthouse. This remodeled residence is perfect for entertaining, with extensive living spaces, an oversized two-car garage, a private elevator, and a heated pool and spa. Gulf views from both living levels complement multiple fireplaces, textured ceilings, plantation shutters, and wood flooring, while the main level features custom cabinetry and a large gathering island, and a Florida room opening to a deck. Wrapped in Hardie-board siding with a standing-seam metal roof and impact-rated windows and doors, this rarely available residence offers quality, privacy, and effortless island living.
Open House
Features of 408 Bella Vista Way E
| MLS® # | 2026034888 |
|---|---|
| Price | $2,995,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Square Footage | 3,340 |
| Square Footage | 5423 |
| Acres | 0.14 |
| Year Built | 1990 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family |
| Style | Florida, Two Story, Stilt |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 408 Bella Vista Way E |
|---|---|
| Area | SI01 - Sanibel Island |
| Subdivision | COLONY BEACH ESTATES |
| City | Sanibel |
| County | Lee |
| State | FL |
| Zip Code | 33957 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Beach Rights, Beach Access, Management |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Underground Utilities |
| Features | Dead End, Sprinklers Automatic |
| Parking | Attached, Covered, Driveway, Underground, Garage, Paved, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Attached, Covered, Driveway, Underground, Garage, Paved, Two Spaces, Garage Door Opener |
| View | Gulf, Landscaped, Partial |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | None, Across the Road Water Frontage |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Concrete, Electric Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pool Equipment |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Tile, Wood |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Tray Ceiling(s), Dual Sinks, Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Sitting Area in Primary, Shower Only, Separate Shower, Cable TV, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Elevator, Workshop |
| Appliances | Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer |
| Heating | Central, Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air, Electric |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Stories | 3 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Has Basement | No |
Exterior
| Exterior | Other, Wood Frame |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Courtyard, Security/High Impact Doors, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Storage |
| Lot Description | Dead End, Sprinklers Automatic |
| Windows | Impact Glass, Window Coverings |
| Roof | Metal |
| Construction | Other, Wood Frame |
| Foundation | Pillar/Post/Pier, Raised |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | August 20th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Michael Saunders & Company |
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