1278 Rainbow Ct., Naples, FL 34110
$1,249,000 For Sale
- Beds
- 2
- Bath
- 1
- Sq Ft
- 720
- Built
- 1966
MLS# 226010890 246 days on market
Fees & taxes
- Seller’s 2025 taxes
- $4,848
Community
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Listing description
Positioned just one lot from the end of the canal, the Sand Dollar Cottage enjoys breathtaking views toward the Cocohatchee River while offering direct Gulf access within minutes. Rebuilt to reflect the original 1960s Mackle Brothers South Florida coastal philosophy, this residence blends architectural heritage with artful craftsmanship. Raised porches crafted from hand-laid sea glass, fossil stone, and mosaic elements create a striking welcome, complemented by 8-inch half-round architectural gutters and period-correct rain chains. A standing-seam roof of high-gauge metal, and PGT impact resistant windows and doors provide both style and peace of mind.
Existing pilings allow for dock installation in the original footprint, and a matching boathouse structure offers flexibility for storage, entertaining, or a waterfront bar concept.
Inside, the coastal fishing cabin ambiance is elevated through exposed wrapped beams, horizontal whitewashed ceiling planks, and layered up lighting designed to emulate vintage gaslight warmth. Level 5 Cambria quartz countertops wrap the kitchen, complemented by custom cubbies with barrister doors for wine and specialty drinkware. Appliances include a three-burner induction cooktop, beverage refrigerator, convection oven with air fry and broil functions, and thoughtfully integrated workstation pass-through. Two fireplaces with concrete hearths are approved for insert conversion, while vaulted rod holders and curated mid-century furnishings enhance the thematic cohesion. The primary suite boasts a 12-foot vaulted ceiling, and the bath showcases dimensional tilework with a glass-wall shower and built-in cabinetry. Wall-mounted pivoting fans add both function and aesthetic detail. With no community rental restrictions and exceptional character rarely found on Naples waterfront, this cottage presents an outstanding opportunity as a personal retreat, guest overflow residence, or high-performing short-term rental investment.
Property details
Building & ownership
- Ownership
- Single Family
- Furnishings
- Furnished
- Building style
- Ranch, Florida, Single Family
- Floor plan
- Great Room
- Construction
- Concrete Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Metal
- Lot size
- 0.15 acres
Interior
- Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Smoke Detectors, Volume Ceiling, Window Coverings
- Flooring
- Terrazzo
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric, Heat Pump
- Bedroom details
- First Floor Bedroom, Master BR Ground
- Additional rooms
- Open Porch/Lanai
Kitchen & dining
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Dining
- Dining - Family
Outdoor & view
- View
- Lagoon
- Rear exposure
- East
- Exterior
- Water Avail at Dock, Open Porch/Lanai, Storage
- Storm protection
- Impact Resistant Doors, Impact Resistant Windows
Parking
- Garage
- No
- Car port
- No
- Spots
- 0
- Description
- Paved
Pool & spa
- Private pool
- No
- Private spa
- No
Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Description
- Canal Front
- Gulf access
- Yes
- Gulf access type
- Bridge(s)/Water Indirect
- Canal
- Canal Width 31-80
- Boat / dock
- Water Avail at Dock
Community amenities
- Golf
- No Golf Available
- Elevator
- None
- Security
- Smoke Detector(s)
What the fees cover
- Maintenance
- None
Pets & leasing
- Pets allowed
- Yes
- Restrictions
- None/Other
Schools
- Elementary
- Naples Park
- Middle
- North Naples
- High
- Gulf Coast
Additional details
- Parcel number
- 48071400002
- Potential short sale
- No
Listing last updated August 31, 2026
Listing courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate · 239-231-3380
The source of this real property information is the copyrighted and proprietary database compilation of the M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. Copyright 2026 M.L.S. of Naples, Inc. All rights reserved. The accuracy of this information is not warranted or guaranteed. This information should be independently verified if any person intends to engage in a transaction in reliance upon it.
Displayed under License No. SL3295589.
Property taxes for a new owner
That is about the same as the seller’s bill on the county’s 2026 roll.
If you make this home your primary residence, a homestead exemption would lower this figure. If you have also had a Florida homestead in any of the last three years, you may be able to carry up to $500,000 of its capped-value savings to this home, which Florida calls “portability.” Both are applied for with the Property Appraiser by March 1.
How a new owner’s property taxes are set is explained in the Costs & Taxes chapter of the 2027 Naples Buyer’s Guide.
Estimated from the Collier County Property Appraiser’s 2026 value of this home and its tax rate, plus its 2025 charges not based on value from the Collier County Tax Collector’s roll. The county sets a new value each January 1, so a new owner’s first full bill can differ.
Destinations & driving times from 1278 Rainbow Ct
Every destination named here is described in the Destinations chapter of the 2027 Naples Buyer’s Guide.
Driving times are estimated from this home’s location, using OpenStreetMap road data.
| Name | Miles | ETA |
|---|---|---|
| Mercato | 4.6 mi | 10 min |
| Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt | 6.3 mi | 14 min |
| Waterside Shops | 6.9 mi | 13 min |
| Venetian Village | 8.6 mi | 17 min |
| Coconut Point | 9 mi | 17 min |
| Coastland Center | 10 mi | 20 min |
| Fifth Avenue South | 11.7 mi | 22 min |
| Third Street South | 12.9 mi | 26 min |
| Miromar Outlets | 13.5 mi | 25 min |
| Gulf Coast Town Center | 19.7 mi | 29 min |
| Name | Miles | ETA |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach access: Vanderbilt Beach at Bluebill Ave. | 3.2 mi | 10 min |
| Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park | 3.2 mi | 9 min |
| Barefoot Beach Preserve | 6 mi | 13 min |
| Bonita Beach | 6.2 mi | 13 min |
| Clam Pass Park | 7.6 mi | 16 min |
| Via Miramar Beach | 10.1 mi | 20 min |
| Lowdermilk Park | 10.7 mi | 21 min |
| Lovers Key State Park | 11 mi | 23 min |
| Naples Municipal Beach and Pier | 13 mi | 26 min |
| Fort Myers Beach | 17.7 mi | 40 min |
| Name | Miles | ETA |
|---|---|---|
| Artis—Naples | 6.8 mi | 13 min |
| Gulfshore Playhouse | 11.9 mi | 22 min |
| Sugden Community Theatre | 11.9 mi | 23 min |
| Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall | 21.2 mi | 37 min |
| Music & Arts Community Center | 24.6 mi | 36 min |
| Name | Miles | ETA |
|---|---|---|
| North Collier Regional Park | 7.3 mi | 18 min |
| Fred W. Coyle Freedom Park | 10.6 mi | 20 min |
| Naples Zoo | 10.7 mi | 21 min |
| Gordon River Greenway Park | 10.8 mi | 20 min |
| Baker Park | 12 mi | 23 min |
| Cambier Park | 12.1 mi | 23 min |
| Sugden Regional Park | 15 mi | 29 min |
| Naples Botanical Garden | 15.4 mi | 30 min |
| Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park | 17.9 mi | 33 min |
| Paradise Coast Sports Complex | 18.3 mi | 31 min |
| Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary | 23.5 mi | 42 min |
| Name | Miles | ETA |
|---|---|---|
| NCH North Naples Hospital | 4 mi | 10 min |
| NCH Baker Downtown | 11.3 mi | 22 min |
| Physicians Regional Pine Ridge Rd. | 11.3 mi | 21 min |
| Physicians Regional Collier Blvd. | 20.3 mi | 32 min |
| Name | Miles | ETA |
|---|---|---|
| Naples Airport (APF) | 12.9 mi | 25 min |
| Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) | 25.9 mi | 39 min |
| Marco Island Executive Airport (MKY) | 29.6 mi | 50 min |
Flood zones & evacuation
Two different things, measured by two different agencies. Evacuation zones are about storm surge and who leaves first. Flood zones are FEMA’s insurance rating, and they vary from home to home.
Zone A Collier
The first zone ordered to evacuate, and the one called in the weakest storms.
Zone AE
1% annual chance, with a set base flood elevation
The building is inside a Special Flood Hazard Area, where a federally backed mortgage requires flood insurance.
FEMA flood maps and Collier County Emergency Management. A revised Collier County flood map is in preparation and may change these zones.
Flood zones, evacuation, and insurance are explained in the Risk, Resilience & Insurance chapter of the 2027 Naples Buyer’s Guide.
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