The Sanibel model: a champion among estates. To own this residence is to inherit a legacy. Known locally as The Castle, this 4,713-square-foot Mediterranean masterpiece is not merely a home, it is a decorated champion. Having secured the SEBC Excel Award for Best Model in Florida and the Parade of Homes Award, this estate stands as a testament to architectural perfection. It offers a rare opportunity to acquire a pedigree property that balances status of a trophy home with intimate sanctuary of a primary residence. Grandeur at the threshold: The arrival experience is nothing short of cinematic. Framed by a classic Terra Cotta barrel tile roof and sweeping front balconies, the façade commands immediate respect. As you push open the imposing 8-foot arched wood double doors, the world behind you fades. You are greeted by a breathtaking foyer where an elegant wood staircase, adorned with custom decorative iron railings, spirals upward. Your gaze is instantly drawn through the home, past the volume ceilings and sun-drenched corridors, directly to the shimmering fountains and pool, establishing a seamless visual connection with the outdoors. Unrivaled entertaining: Designed for the host who refuses to compromise, the main level is a triumph of open-concept design. Whether hosting a grand gala or an intimate wine tasting, the flow is effortless. The culinary center, featuring natural gas cooking, anchors the great room, allowing conversations to drift naturally through 8-foot interior doors onto the expansive lanai. This is the epitome of Florida's indoor-outdoor lifestyle, sophisticated, airy and undeniably impressive. With four bedrooms, each boasting private en-suite baths, every guest is treated to comfort of a five-star hotel. The crown jewel, the owner's suite: The pièce de résistance, however, awaits upstairs. The owner's suite is not just a bedroom, it is an architectural event. Entry is granted through a jaw-dropping rotunda, a dramatic vestibule that signals you are entering a private realm of luxury. Under soaring ceilings, the suite expands into a sanctuary of solitude, complete with private balcony access that invites the morning breeze. It is a retreat worthy of the estate's royal moniker. Experience the award-winning lifestyle of The Castle.