Vacation Rentals by Owner

Enjoyed the Beautiful Respite

Guest: The Gormans
Date of Stay: 12/23/11 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

Thanks for all the care with which you "outfitted" 1D4 so that we were able to relax and recoup. All the niceties helped Tremendously but what we most appreciated was how the unit echoed the beauty of its surroundings so that we could still enjoy the beach when the weather made it difficult to go out. We hope to meet you one day to thank you both in person. With much appreciation.

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Paradise

Guest: Carol
Date of Stay: 12/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/19/12

From the moment we walked in the door we felt we never wanted to leave. The property is beautiful and well maintained. The only thing we thought this condo needed was some new pillows in the master bedroom. Our favorite activity was sitting on the lanai watching the sunrise, eating breakfast, watching the surf, the birds, the sunset and watching the moon rise over the gulf. We really didn't want to leave. The sense of peace and tranquility was fantastic. The owners did a great job decorating and the condo is even more beautiful in person. We would highly recommend staying at Oceans Reach to all of our friends and relatives. Hopefully, there will be a week open for us when we return to Sanibel Island next time.

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A Very Nice Place to Stay

Guest: David H.
Date of Stay: 10/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/12/12

We stayed the first week of October. The owners and on-site management were a pleasure to work with. This was our first time on Sanibel. We were looking for a two bedroom/two bath in a small to medium sized complex (no crowds at the pool), on the beach, with a good view from the balcony. The condo itself is all it is advertised: tastefully decorated, wireless internet, large televisions, DVD player wireless internet and all the appliances and dishes. The view for morning coffee is wonderful! The complex is VERY well maintained and has all the amenities: tennis court, shuffleboard court, basketball goal, picnic area with grills and a swimming pool in the right location to get the sun. We were pleasantly surprised to see that our location was also convenient to eateries and shops! If you are looking for a nice condo in a nice complex, that is well managed ... this is it. No drama ... relax and hear the waves as you look over the beach and the water.

Owner response: 1D4 is the end unit on the top floor and does have a wonderful view of the beach for 5 miles. The shellers and morning sunrise people are out picking up shells or taking pictures of the wonderful sunrise. Enjoy this while having your morning coffee on the lanai. The restaurants are close by and also boat rides are available to the other islands. Many little shops and a theatre for plays are also here. In winter, the movies ( 1 mile away) play the Academy Award nominations and we discuss them at the pool. Enjoy the natural beauty of Sanibel and the beach.

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Perfect View

Guest: Lisa G.
Date of Stay: 09/17/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

Perfect View --especially the sunrise. Great condo. We appreciate your efforts. Wonderful weather. Wonderful week - No Crowds which permitted time to relax. And then relax some more. Until.... The Mama Dolphin and her baby came in - multiple times - swimming and playing within two feet of us...... All of this makes us realize we have been wasting our time in Myrtle beach for many years. Hamilton, Ohio

Owner response: 1D4 is the end unit on the top floor and does have a wonderful view of the beach for 5 miles. The shellers and morning sunrise people are out picking up shells or taking pictures of the wonderful sunrise. Enjoy this while having your morning coffee on the lanai. The restaurants are close by and also boat rides are available to the other islands. Many little shops and a theatre for plays are also here. In winter, the movies ( 1 mile away) play the Academy Award nominations and we discuss them at the pool. Enjoy the natural beauty of Sanibel and the beach.

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Shelling on Sanibel

Guest: Lisa G.
Date of Stay: 09/03/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

This was our first trip to Sanibel. We thoroughly enjoyed your condo with it's spectacular views. We found some shells on the beach--don't know what to do with all of them. We had a great time and enjoyed every minute. the Lord has blessed this trip for us and now it's time to go. Thanks again. David and Tammy Toccoa, Georgia

Owner response: Enjoy the beauty of Sanibel with the sunrise every morning while sitting on the lanai on comfortably padded dining set or chaise lounge. Walk out of the beach in winter to see the marvelous sunset. People are looking for the green flash. The condo is well equipped with beach chairs, and bikes for rent on site. Enjoy also the boat trips to Useppa or Pine Island for lunch.

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The First Time We Stayed So Close to the Water

Guest: The Family Kicklen, Indiana
Date of Stay: 08/20/11 Review Submitted: 01/08/12

This is the first time we have stayed so close to the water and beach. We have been to Sanibel Island several time and always love it. Thank-you for sharing your lovely condo with us. We are already talking about "when we can come back!!!" The week just goes too fast and we have to head home with just memories and sand in the front of the van, forever!! We do hope to return --until then. Than You Again. P.S. The sunrise IS Awesome!!

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Enjoyed our Return to Sanibel

Guest: John, Terri, and Johnny Hilliard, Ohio
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 01/08/12

We enjoyed our return to Sanibel - and had fabulous weather all week. Lovely sunrises, great shelling, enjoyed walking on the beach and seeing dolphins, manatees and pelicans from our seats on the beach. Especially enjoyed swimming in the ocean with a dolphin! We enjoyed moonlit nights with a full moon that week and flying the stunt kite on the beach. Thank-you for letting us stay in your beautiful oceanfront condo!

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Wonderful sunsets and beach walks

Guest: David H.
Date of Stay: 07/02/11 Review Submitted: 01/17/12

The condo was exceptional with all the views as advertised. Clean, well decorated with all the amenities to make for a great stay. We enjoyed our stay at the Ocean's Reach, great resort and the beach was just a few steps away. The location was close to shopping and restaurants and nature attractions. We would stay again.

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Awesome Sunrise

Guest: Lisa G.
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

We had a wonderful week - loved the shells, beach and sunrise and sunset. I even got splashed by a manatee while kayaking in the Refuge. Loved Sanibel. Hope to come back sometime soon. Sammi, Emma, Abby, Stephanie and David

Owner response:Sammi, Emma, Stephanie and David mentioned that they liked kayaking in the Ding Darling Refuge; it is really something. We did that when the mullet were jumping. It was exciting. There are marks on the trees to follow in your kayak as which way to travel- like the snow mobile trails, only you are on water. The island is 70 percent game preserve. Enjoy the beauty of nature on Sanibel.

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A Respite from the cold up North

Guest: Steve, Susan, Victoria and Alex
Date of Stay: 04/16/11 Review Submitted: 01/17/12

What a glorious week. Nothing but hot sun, sand and beautiful water... a much needed respite from cold, dreary New York! The sunrise over the Gulf was the cherry on this luscious cake. We so enjoyed our week of swimming, shelling, biking to breakfast and just plain rejuvenating. Thank-you! Steve, Susan, Victoria and Alex

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Shelling by Moonlight

Guest: Lisa G.
Date of Stay: 02/18/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

We've had a wonderful time here--loved our time on the beach: shelling, sunning, and fishing. Even shelled one night under the full moonlight. Memorable moments. Carol

Owner response: When you look out the window and it is dark outside here at Ocean's Reach, 1D4, you will see people on the beach with flashlights. If it is low tide, even at 2 in the morning, people are out there with their flashlights looking for a special shell. After high winds or a storm, many new beautiful shells wash in. Sanibel is an East-West island and therefore it catches many shells and is one of the 10 best beaches in the world for shelling. We have lamps made from shells we have picked up on the beach. Enjoy the beauty of Sanibel.

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Great Sanibel Location

Guest: The Hilgenotti's (Seattle,WA)
Date of Stay: 06/25/08 Review Submitted: 07/01/08

The Ocean Front condominium complex is clean, nice, and has all the features a travelling family needs. The views from the deck were fabulous, but the best part was being able to get down to the beach instantaneously. It was a very nice place to stay for 5 of us, and we enjoyed our stay!

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