1912 nautilus drive

If you've been waiting for a St. George Island Plantation home with true Gulf views, a private pool, proven rental history, and exceptional value, welcome to Aquapelago. Just 200 steps from the beach, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath retreat offers the ideal blend of coastal luxury, privacy, and investment potential, making it one of the best-value first-tier Gulf-view homes in the Plantation. The light-filled top-floor living area is designed to maximize the Gulf views, with expansive sliding glass doors opening to spacious decks perfect for sunrise coffee, evening cocktails, and salty breezes. The open-concept kitchen and dining area comfortably seats ten, making it ideal for entertaining family and guests. All three bedrooms offer direct deck access. Two king suites overlook the resurfaced private pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, while the oversized bunk room comfortably accommodates additional guests, making the home equally suited for family getaways and vacation rentals. Aquapelago is also a proven income producer, generating $104,386 in gross rental income in 2024 and $96,977 in 2025, with $72,279 already on the books for 2026 as of July 12, 2026, providing immediate income potential for the next owner. Recent upgrades include solar panels (2021) that help keep average electric costs around $150 per month, hurricane shutters (2022), a new HVAC system (2021), and a transferable flood insurance policy of just $1,079 annually. Additional features include covered parking, covered entry, a hot and cold outdoor shower, fish-cleaning station, and grilling area. Owners also enjoy the exceptional amenities of the St. George Island Plantation, including two community pools, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, nature trails, a clubhouse, a private airstrip, and exclusive access to Bob Sikes Cut. A new buyer fee of 0.5% of the purchase price is payable to the Plantation Property Owners Association at closing.