NOW THIS IS PARADISE. Welcome to your own private island escape at 10440 Yacht Basin Dr—where the feeling of a five-star vacation becomes your everyday life. Set on beautiful Don Pedro/Palm Island, this one-of-a-kind luxury estate offers something increasingly difficult to find in Southwest Florida: acreage, exceptional privacy, waterfront living, resort-style amenities, and your very own private beach—all in one remarkable property. Surrounded by tropical scenery and generous open space, this estate provides a level of seclusion rarely found on the island. This isn't simply a waterfront home—it is your own private resort. Spend your mornings relaxing on your secluded beach, cool off in the private pool, unwind in the hot tub, challenge family and friends on your basketball and volleyball courts, or step onto your private dock and head out for a day of boating and fishing. The beautifully updated multi-level residence features spacious living and entertaining areas designed around the coastal lifestyle, with plenty of room for family and guests while maintaining the peace and privacy that make this property so special. For boating enthusiasts, your private dock and waterfront access put the incredible Southwest Florida waterways right at your doorstep. And for beach lovers, there's no need to leave home—your own private beach is right outside. Imagine waking up surrounded by nature, enjoying breakfast overlooking the water, spending the afternoon boating, swimming, playing basketball or volleyball, and ending the day relaxing in the hot tub beneath an unforgettable Florida sunset. Why spend your vacations dreaming about paradise when you can own it?
Don Pedro Island, located between Lemon Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, is a coastal and barrier-island Manasota Key neighborhood with mangrove-lined backwaters and wide, shell-strewn beaches. The neighborhood’s character concentrates at the Palm Island Resort ferry landing, where golf carts, dock lines, and sandy footpaths set the daily rhythm. Architecture leans low-slung and beach-forward, with stilted cottages and contemporary waterfront homes oriented to breezes and water views. With no bridge access, the pace stays quiet and outdoorsy, shaped by boating, paddling, and long shoreline walks. Don Pedro Island State Park anchors the landscape with dunes, trails, and birdlife. Nearby pillars such as Stump Pass Beach State Park and the Lemon Bay Aquatic Preserve frame the island’s saltwater culture.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Eat-in kitchen
High ceilings
Open floorplan
Solid surface counters
Solid wood cabinets
Split bedroom floorplan
Thermostat
Walk-in closets
Blinds, shades, and shutters
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Freezer
Microwave
Range
Range hood
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Electric water heater
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Mini-split unit(s)
Exterior features
Deck
Front, rear, side and wrap-around porches
Balcony
Fire pit
Hurricane shutters
Exterior lighting
Outdoor grill
Outdoor kitchen
Outdoor shower
Rain gutters
Above-ground heated pool with auto cleaner and self-cleaning vinyl liner (18 x 25)
Gazebo
Mature landscaping and trees
Landscaped, level and oversized private lot
Near golf course and marina
Zoned for horses
Private road access (private maintained road)
Bridges (no fixed bridges), boat lift and sailboat water access
Home design
Single-family residence
Residential property — completed condition
Three or more stories
Pillar/post/pier foundation
Northwest-facing
Parking
Open ground-level parking
Boat parking
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
Vinyl siding and frame construction
Metal roof
Utilities
Public water
Septic tank
Electricity available and connected
Water available and connected
Generator
HOA & community
Has HOA (annual association fee $650; monthly equivalent $54.17) — fee includes private road
Association fee required
Community allows golf carts and horses
Pets allowed
Other
Living area reported as 3,256 (owner source)
Lot approximately 1.42 acres (dimensions 208 x 521)
Road surface: gravel/other
Septic: 1
No home warranty
Furnished: negotiable
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to a unique opportunity on Palm Island, where pristine nature meets endless possibilities. This over 2.5-acre property, nestled in the heart of the island, offers the chance to create your coastal dream with the potential to subdivide into two lots. Home was "gutted" after hurricane Ian and has endless possibilities. There are currently 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the first living level with a "studio" upstairs which offers a 3rd bathroom and private balcony boasting views of the Gulf of Mexico. Boaters will appreciate the dock located within the Yacht Basin which provides direct access to Lemon Bay/ICW and the Gulf. Islanders enjoy laid back living and stunning beaches loaded with shells & sharks teeth. .. not crowds of people!
Property Description
Elevated
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,997 (+170.1%)
$305,229 + $449,263
$754,492
2024
$5,183 (+2.3%)
$305,229 + $449,263
$754,492
2023
$5,064 (−36.5%)
2022
$7,977
2021
$7,977 (+1.0%)
2020
$7,901 (+2.5%)
2019
$7,710 (+6.1%)
2018
$7,264 (+0.9%)
2017
$7,200 (+0.6%)
2016
$7,154 (+0.4%)
2014
$7,129 (+5.8%)
2013
$6,735 (+3.4%)
2012
$6,511
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
418 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.42 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,287
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,287
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Charlotte County
APN
412031431003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
BBI
Bridgeless Barrier Island District
The Bridgeless Barrier Island zoning district is intended to be used for residential dwellings and uses normally associated with residential dwellings. Some small commercial uses in support of the residential uses may also be allowed by special exception. The BBI zoning district is only allowed on those bridgeless barrier islands identified in the Smart Charlotte 2050 Barrier Island Overlay District, which are Little Gasparilla Island, Don Pedro Island, Knight Island and Thornton Key.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Park & open space
Dec 13, 2023 • Final
Residential gas
Bury an underground storage tank and install a fuel line to a generator.
Gas
Generator
Feb 22, 2022 • Final
Residential electrical
Install electrical wiring for a customer-supplied generator and transfer switch.
Electrical
Generator
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 27 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Placida, FL • 33946
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Placida. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
7.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 10440 Placida Rd
$2,977,345
$23K under list price of $3.00M
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