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Watch beach activities, and be soothed by the sigh of the sea from this lanai.

Watch beach activities, and be soothed by the sigh of the sea from this lanai. 2nd bedroom has queen bed, TV/DVD, California closets and lots of storage. Bathrooms newly enhanced with contemporary glass block tile Gulf front pool catches ocean breezes, offers great views. Palm shaded picnic area with gas grills and picnic tables for dining alfresco

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Last updated: 03/20/2013
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  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:Yes

JUST 19 STEPS TO THE BEACH When you stay in the comfortable gulf front condo at Ocean's Reach you're just steps away from the famous Sanibel beach. There, you shell, stroll, fish, throw frisbies, build sand castles, fly kites, or simply lounge away your day on the beach in the provided chairs and umbrella.

A desirable unit on the 2nd floor, this condo provides spectacular views of the famous Sanibel beach.  Screened lanai, living room and master bedroom are all Gulf front. Decorator decor and soothing tropical paint treatments make this a tasteful retreat perched on the edge of the sea.

WHAT KIND OF AMENITIES DO YOU PROVIDE?
Because we use this sanctuary ourselves, we've appointed it with amenities to make it to arrive and settle in quickly. You'll enjoy a full kitchen with gourmet touches, soft-as-a-feather beds, flat screen TVs, DVD and VCR players, complementary wireless internet, covered parking and many other amenities that create your welcoming ''home away from home''. Master bedroom includes walk-in closet and private bath. Guest bedroom has its own bath adjacent and built in California closet.

WHAT ABOUT QUALITY?
The condo is inspected after every departure so you should not find faulty amenities. If something should break during your visit, on site staff will correct the problem swiftly, on the same day, if possible. I review the furnishings semi-annually to assure they are in top condition.

NUMBER ONE ON TRIP ADVISOR ON SANIBEL.
Trip Advisor, a key resource for travel agents, has ranked Ocean's Reach #1 for the last 12 months. Guests rank their experience as excellent, exceeding expectations with friendly staff and clean, up to date units. We are a 64-condo complex with on-site management ready to answer your questions, rent you a bike, and share your adventures.

WHERE ARE YOU?
We are sited at the elbow of Sanibel Island, perfect for enjoying spectacular sunrises and sunsets from the Gulf front lanai or the beach. Nestled at the end of a private road amidst lush tropical foliage, Ocean's Reach a perfect hideaway on this sanctuary island. The Gulf front heated pool is surrounded with a paved deck and plenty of lounge chairs. A palm shaded, brick paved picnic area with 3 gas grills and picnic tables provides a special place for socializing with other guests and families or just cooking up a meal.

AN ENVIRONMENTAL LEADER
In this summer of 2008 we were recognized as a Florida Green Lodge by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the first lodging on The Islands to achieve this honor and we have been recertified every year ever since.

SANIBEL RANKED NUMBER ONE IN THE WORLD FOR VACATIONS.
The week of January 16, 2012, Arthur Frommer, author of the famed Frommer Travel Guides, ranked Sanibel Island his #1 place in the entire world for a vacation. Above Paris! Above Bali!
Your choice of a stay with us will not disappoint.

LOTS TO DO ON SANIBEL
While the big draw is the beach with its multiple varieties of shells that wash up daily, and its opportunities to build sand sculptures, fish from shore, or just laze away days in the sun, Sanibel contains more than 14 miles of bike paths to explore starting right at our driveway. The Bailey-Matthews Shell Museum will give you background and perspective on the shore's treasures. The Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge will introduce you close up to tropical birds, migrants, alligators and one crocodile. Three championship golf courses are right on the Island with many more nearby in Ft. Myers. Shopping is abundant, gourmet restaurants abound, there's Schnappers, a fabulous hot dog spot, groceries and delis, and you'll even find a theater with first run movies!


Make your plans now for my condo at Ocean's Reach and a tropical vacation that will memories for a lifetime.


Keywords: Condominium

Property Type

      • Condo

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Limited Accessibility
          • Non Smoking Only
          • Children Welcome
          • Wheelchair Accessible
          • Pets Not Allowed

          Bedrooms

          • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 4-6
          • Bedroom 1
          • Bedroom 2
          • Convertible bed(s)
          • King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (1)

          Bathrooms

          • 2.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1
          • Bathroom 2

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Catering Available:

            Bailey's General Store and Jerry's Grocery both deliver catered items, as do several on-island restaurants....morecollapse

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Kitchen stocked to allow gourmet cooking, if you wish, or preparation of simple meals....morecollapse

          • Kitchen:

            Complete kitchen lets you cook as fancy as you do at home - ornot....morecollapse

          • Dishwasher
          • Refrigerator
          • Ice Maker
          • Microwave

          Amenities

          • Covered Parking:

            Assigned with unit number on shed door at head of slot. Shed contains beach chairs and umbrella...morecollapse

          • Washing Machine:

            In the unit w/dryer. 2 small boxes of detergent provided...morecollapse

          • Clothes Dryer

          Entertainment

          • Satellite / Cable:

            TVs in MBR and Guest BR as well...morecollapse

          • DVD Player
          • Stereo
          • CD Player
          • VCR

          Communications

          • Wireless Internet:

            Wireless internet available at no extra charge. If you need a wired connection, the office can provide the appropriate cable....morecollapse

          • Telephone

          Pool & Spa

              • Communal Pool:

                Oceanside heated pool boasts spectacular gulf view. Plentiful seating for reading and soaking up the sun....morecollapse

              Outdoor Features

              • Lanai / Gazebo:

                Screened lanai in this corner unit offers wide angle views of the gulf. Table and seating for 4 let you enjoy meals with a view....morecollapse

              • Outdoor Grill

              Location & View

                  • Oceanfront:

                    You're just 19 steps across the lush lawn to the shell-strewn beach...morecollapse

                  Activities

                  • Cinemas
                  • Cycling
                  • Tennis
                  • Swimming
                  • Fishing
                  • Sailing
                  • Fitness Center
                  • Shuffleboard
                  • Boating
                  • Shelling
                  • Wildlife Viewing
                  • Sight Seeing
                  • Shopping
                  • Health/Beauty Spa
                  • Restaurants
                  • Museums
                  • Kayaking
                  • Hiking

                  Other Activities

                      • Details:

                        19 steps to the beach. Osprey nesting platform currently with parents raising a family. You'll find a Shelling Station where you can clean and sort your treasures. A sign lets you identify your finds. New this year, a Butterfly garden with signage for IDing visitors. Shaded picnic area with three gas grills for additional cooking options. A popular place to socialize with other guests....morecollapse

                       

                      Reviews

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                      • Relaxing location

                        Relaxing location

                        • Guest Tom and Deb
                        • Date of stay 03/02/13
                        • Review Submitted 03/13/13
                        We spent a week at Ocean's Reach in a very comfortable, clean, well appointed 2 bedroom condo near the quiet side of the complex but with a view of the pool. Being in a corner unit enabled us to see the sun rise every morning from bed-wow! The office staff were helpful and accommodating. We had ordered bicycles for the week and they were waiting for us in the car park. We rode all over the island on the paved bike paths. It was an unusually cool week, but it didn't stop us from being out on the beach--shelling, bird watching during the day, and star gazing at night. The resident ospreys have eggs they are sitting on in a nest near the pond and it is very entertaining to watch the activities as they come and go. Went to Doc Ford's and the Lazy Flamingo for lunch, and had dinner at Sanibel Steaks and the Mad Hatter. We have been to Sanibel in the past but keep returning to Ocean's Reach for the perfect vacation.

                        Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.

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                      • We will go back!!!

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                        We will go back!!!

                        • Guest Peggy & Fred, Michigan
                        • Date of stay 12/01/12
                        • Review Submitted 12/14/12
                        The staff of Oceans Reach were excellent and helpful and available.  The condo was very nice and the one we stayed in 4C2 had very comfortable bedding (A major priority for us).  We enjoyed the pool area that was very quiet -no children around and a lot of great adult conversation. The veiw from our Lanai was amazing.  Truly a place to relax and enjoy. Thank you for planning the perfect weather for us and it was a 60th birthday to be remembered!!

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                      • Great place to stay on Sanibel

                        Great place to stay on Sanibel

                        • Guest happykansas
                        • Date of stay 05/08/10
                        • Review Submitted 05/13/10
                        Very comfortable accommodations. Management on-site is very good. The location simply could not be better. Quiet, off the beaten path, a real hidden gem. The beach is divine. We visited other beaches but there isn't any reason to! The one right out the door of the condo is perfection! Sanibel is a lovely tropical paradise that cherishes it's natural features. A lot of the island is protected wildlife preserve area. Riding one of the rental bikes is a great way to enjoy it all.

                        Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, sightseeing.

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                      July 28 - August 3 - $1475 
                      August 4 - August 10 - $1495
                      If I am rented, I can select another Ocean's Reach condo for you; no extra cost
                      August 11 - August 24 - $1150/week
                      August 25 - Sept. 21 - $1095/week
                      Stays of 3 nights or loger, please ask for cost
                      Sept. 22 - October 5 - $1095/week
                      Oct. 6 - Oct. 19 - $41195/week
                      

                      Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


                      This owner accepts: Credit cards.
                      Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.

                       

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                      Last updated: 03/20/2013
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                      Owner info

                      Year Purchased: 1991

                      About the owner: I am a retired public relations and marketing consultant and volunteer my services with Iowa Religious Media Services, an ecumenical media library that has six mainline denominations and their churches as members. I also play my flute with a group, sing in my church choir and enjoy cooking, gardening and working out.

                      Why the Owner Chose Ocean's Reach:
                      I purchased this unit with its perch on the edge of the sea because I am a water person. My mother, who also loved the water, had just come to the end of a long and productive life, so when I stay here I also remember her energy and inspiration. Ocean's Reach is a special sanctuary for me as well as a place where I have developed many friendships. The office staff is phenomenal. I serve on the board, was president during and after the hurricanes of 2004, and the way everyone pulled together to recreate us from that disaster is inspiring. Our vision was to create a first rate vacation destination and guest feedback tells us we have accomplished that and more.

                      The Unique Benefits at this Condo:
                      Sitting in my condo, I can watch the changing moods of the sea from morning till night, from sunny days to storms. I am just 19 steps to the shell-beach, where I can go day or night as curiosity leads me. If I have a problem, the staff is always available to solve it. Cooking is a pleasure with a full kitchen and then the gas grills in the picnic area are also available. I can rent a bike on the property and follow the more than 14 miles of bike trails around the island, or veer off into an unpaved street to explore nooks and crannies.


                      Contact us

                      • Primary: Toll Free (800) 867-0117
                      • Secondary: (515) 277-9228 (Iowa, USA)

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                      • Watch beach activities, and be soothed by the sigh of the sea from this lanai.

                        Watch beach activities, and be soothed by the sigh of the sea from this lanai.

                      • 2nd bedroom has queen bed, TV/DVD, California closets and lots of storage.

                        2nd bedroom has queen bed, TV/DVD, California closets and lots of storage.

                      • Gulf front pool catches ocean breezes, offers great views.

                        Gulf front pool catches ocean breezes, offers great views.

                      • Bathrooms newly enhanced with contemporary glass block tile

                        Bathrooms newly enhanced with contemporary glass block tile

                      • Palm shaded picnic area with gas grills and picnic tables for dining alfresco

                        Palm shaded picnic area with gas grills and picnic tables for dining alfresco

                      Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #202664

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                      2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom
                      Sleeps 6


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