The shell drive leads to your tropical near beach vacation home
Location: Private Homes, Sanibel Island, Florida South West, Florida, USA (Ft Myers Int Airport - 25 miles Sanibel east end near beach) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: House
A short 4 block walk brings you to to one of the best beaches on Sanibel. The home's open floor plan provides a beautiful view of the pool, yard, river, and beyond. We have tropical native vegetation including many palms that provide a very private setting for our fenced heated pool. The pool is electrically heated and has a comfortable sitting bench on the deep end with whirlpool jets. The yard backs to the Sanibel River with beautiful views of the water and wildlife. Distant beyond the river is the 17th tee of Beachview Golf Course which is one of the two public courses on Sanibel. A large screen enclosed deck provides a tranquil view over the pool. There is covered parking under the home for two cars. The home sits only a block from one of the major bicycle paths on Sanibel.
The house is bright, cheery, and fun with high ceilings and large rooms. WE TOTALLY UPDATED AND REMODELED THE HOUSE IN 2008 AND ADDED ALL NEW FURNITURE AND LINENS. The living room has very comfortable seating for you to relax after a busy day at the beach or...? Sit back and relax and enjoy the 42" flat screen with our high definition cable, or a movie on the DVD player. For those of us that want or need to stay connected we have equipped the home with a WIRELESS HIGH SPEED Pre-N router that operates at lightening speed and our house phone includes FREE DOMESTIC AND CANADIAN LONG DISTANCE.
The kitchen has cottage style cabinets a granite countertop and is fully equipped to allow you to make a snack or gourmet meal. Bon appetite. The kitchen area includes a dine in table seating six. The full sized laundry room is conveniently just of the kitchen. Our family room is a tropical paradise with beautiful rattan furniture for you to sit and read that book or just enjoy the beautiful view with three sets of sliding glass doors leading to our screen enclosed deck and back yard. Our entire living area has an open floor plan that allows everyone to be involved in the conversation.
The bedrooms are separated for privacy and are all spacious. The large master bedroom suite include a king sized bed and a 32" flat screen TV. The master bath, as well as the guest bath have beautiful tile. The master bath includes his and her vanities and a massive two headed walk in shower. The guest bedroom has a queen sized bed and a TV. Our 3rd bedroom is very bright and has twin beds. The guest bath is roomy and includes a large walk in shower. All three bedrooms have very spacious closets.
In our years of visting and enjoying Sanibel we have found that the desirable east end of the island offers some of the best shelling. Sanibel is known to have the best shelling in North America. Sanibel is a quaint tropical paradise with no street lights or stop lights. Building height is strictly limited and you will not find the typical franchises here. Sanibel is also known to have some of the best restaurants from top notch gourmet options to grouper baskets and conch fritters. Try them all.
Enjoy the opportunity to hire a fishing charter, rent a boat or jet ski, take a delightful evening dolphin cruise, bike the 26 miles of bike trails, take long walks on the beach, explore the 6,500 acre Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, utilize the workout facilities of Sanibel's community center, enjoy swimming and playing in our pool or just curl up with a good book and glass of wine. Our home is here for you to use and enjoy as much as we do. Once you experience Sanibel you will have a new perspective on what a vacation is all about.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : New high efficiency HVAC system installed in 2009
- Linens Provided : New high quality linens
- Washer : Our in house laundry room has a new washer installed in 2009
- Dryer : Our laundry room has a large capacity
- Covered Parking : Parking under the house for two cars
- Off Street Parking : Driveway space
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Driveway space
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed : Master bed room
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : HD Cable TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool : Pool has a sitting bench on the deep end with whirlpool jets.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Granite countertops and new cottage style cabinetry filled with new and complete kitchen equipment.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : New in 2008 two door with ice maker and water in the door
- Dishwasher : Built in
- Microwave : Over stove
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Large Gas grill with side burner
- Deck/Patio : A majority of the deck features a new screen enclosure that allows comfortable dining on a new six seat outdoor table
- Balcony : The open portion of the deck allows for open air enjoyment.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : We are waterfront on the Sanibel River. Enjoy the beautiful view.
- Golf Course View : The 17th tee box of Beach View Golf Course lies distant beyond the Sanibel River.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : Free US and Canada long distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless Pre N with a strong signal and great range.
- Other Amenities
- Near beach, view of secluded tropical yard and heated pool
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Two blocks to Beachview Golf Course and one block from the bicycle path.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
February and March 2012................$7400/month
April 2012.............................$5900/month
May - November 2012....................$3400/month
December 2012 - January 2013...........$5900/month
February - March 2013 .................$7900/month
April 2013.............................$5900/month
The minimum rental period is 28 days. The above rates do not
include the refundable security deposit or applicable 11% tax.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
We chose our home for many reasons including how close it is to the beach. It is hard to stress how wonderful it is to have easy access with a short walk. We enjoy the great east end location that puts us in the heart of Sanibel and makes access on and off the island easy. The house has a great view located on the Sanibel River with views of Beach View Golf course beyond. The river and the beautiful native tropical foliage give an amazing an back yard and gives the pool area complete privacy. We also enjoy being one block from one of the bicycle paths (for use of our four bikes we provide) and only two blocks from the Beach View Golf Course club house.
The Unique Benefits at this House
The old saying is that the most important thing for real estate is location, location, and location. Our home has location and offers an easy short walk to the beach to enjoy sunning, walking, shelling or just watching dolphins play. 26 miles of bicycle paths are accessed just a block away with our four bikes provided with our home. Our home has one of the best views on Sanibel with our yard backing to the Sanibel River and Beach View Golf course beyond. The seclusion of our back yard and pool area is amazing with total privacy in the pool and while sunning on the pool deck. The Beach View Club house with public golf is just two blocks away.
Owner's Map of Private Homes
We vacationed on Sanibel Island for twenty plus years spending a week or two a year in paradise. We stayed at resorts, rented condos, and finally single family homes. Once we stayed in a single family home we knew that was what we wanted to buy. We were lucky to find our beautiful home in 2008 and now spend as much time as possible at our house. We have also enjoyed sharing our home with many wonderful guests from the US and many parts of the world. We hope we have a chance to share our home with you.
Property Photos
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- The shell drive leads to your tropical near beach vacation home - Sanibel Island Vacation Home Near Golf Course
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- A lush tropical back yard view over the pool & Sanibel River to the golf course - Sanibel Island Vacation Home Near Golf Course
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- The living room offers comfortable seating and a 42" 1080 high definition TV - Sanibel Island Vacation Home Near Golf Course
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- A bright and cheery updated fully equipped cooks kitchen with granite counters
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- Spacious eat in dining table seats six, the laundry room door is on the left
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- Tropical family room has a teak ceiling and three sets of sliding glass doors
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- The 12ft x 16ft BR portion of the suite has a king bed and a 32" flat screen TV
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- The enormous master bath features his and her vanities and dual shower heads.
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- Guest bedroom with queen bed with TV and cottage/wicker funishings
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- The comfortable third bedroom with twin beds
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- The guest bath features a large walk in shower and beautiful tile
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- Screen enclosed deck with a table and chairs for six
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- Secluded tropical heated pool max depth of 6 feet jacuzzi jets on sitting bench
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- The view of the back of the yard, pool, and home from the river's edge
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- Families can enjoy the secluded tropical heated pool and table at pool deck
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- This beach is only a short walk away for you to enjoy...sun, sand, and shells
Traveler Reviews (5)
A Slice of Paradise
Guest: Susan and Matt
(Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 01/15/10
Review Submitted: 03/15/10
We had such a great time here--what a perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Your home is so spacious and comfortable, we hated to leave. The pool area is awesome, and provided a perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. Our walks on the beach are wonderful memories. What a treat to have the luxury of this great home just a couple of minutes' walk from the beach. Truly the best of both worlds!!! We would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a top-notch Sanibel vacation.
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Guest: Disney-ites
(Northants. England)
Date of Stay: 08/06/09
Review Submitted: 08/06/09
We had a wonderful, relaxing holiday at your house in Sanibel. From the moment we enquired about booking, Keith and Mary were very helpful with all our questions, and the personal touch made all the difference. We even got to meet them when we arrived, which was most welcoming. The house is great - and it does seem much bigger than the photos suggest. Our party of 5 had loads of room to spread out. It was really comfy and relaxing, two essentials for a great holiday, and has been very well equipped - it really is a home away from home.For thos (occasional!) rainy days, and evenings, there are plenty of books and games, CD player, and 2 large tvs and dvd players, enough to keep everyone amused.We had lots of fun in the pool, splashing with all the floats, and its a great tropical seting - we spotted lots of wildlife without leaving the house. We made great use of the4 bikes, Sanibel is great for cycling. The beach is 5 mins walk, and is a generally quiet beach, great for walking,shelling,fishing or just chilling out.The islands restaurants are nearby, and are very good, so the bikes came in very handy to shed some calories!! Bring your family here for a great holiday, and take away great memories. We can't wait to come back next year!
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Guest: Dale Bergstrom
(Anoka, MN)
Date of Stay: 07/15/09
Review Submitted: 07/15/09
Beautiful place! What a relaxing spot. We thoughly enjoyed our stay at this home. It truly did feel like a home away from home. It gives one the feeling of being in a secluded spot, but yet is very accessable to the beach. The back yard is unbelievable. A great place to visit.
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Guest: Lynn Johnson
(Perham, MN)
Date of Stay: 07/12/09
Review Submitted: 07/12/09
We had the vacation of a lifetime at your house! The highlight was the relaxing short walk to the ocean where we spent hours swimming, shelling, and fishing. We splurged on a boat trip that took us to Cayo Costa, North Captiva for lunch, and fishing off Captiva. What a highlight and thank you for finding a captain for us. We saw dolphins both on the boat trip and many from the beach. We liked everything about the house. It was spacious but comfortable and had everything we needed. From the well equipped kitchen to the comfortable living room with the large flat screen HD TV. The house was much larger than it appeared in the pictures on line. The pool was VERY private the vegetation truly is tropical. Our children spent hours in the pool every day and had lots of fun with your floats and pool toys. The location was excellent because in addition to being close to the beach, it was convenient to the restaurants, shopping, the fishing dock, and access to Ft Myers (as if we really wanted to leave Sanibel). We will be back as soon as we can! Thank you!
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A wonderful place to relax
Guest: Verle
(Minnesota USA)
Date of Stay: 12/06/08
Review Submitted: 12/15/08
This is a wonderful place to visit. It is quiet, secluded and very relaxing. The property is well maintained and within walking distance of the beach. I would highly recomend this as a vacation spot.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway.
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