Wow! $78/N*. Cozy Beachside Condo ~ 100 Steps to the Beach!

• Comfortable

  Comfortable

  • Guest Kim
  • Date of stay 05/29/13
  • Review Submitted 06/10/13
  Great condo at a great rate. We had everything we needed and more. We really enjoyed having the pool and beach so close. It was nice to have beach chairs, umbrella and beach towels in the condo. We flew in so we were not able to bring our own. Sanibel was awesome for shelling! We had to go to the post office and mail home a 10lb box! :)

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Amazing from start to finish!

  Amazing from start to finish!

  • Guest StacyM
  • Date of stay 04/06/13
  • Review Submitted 04/15/13
  This was my first time using VRBO, and I have to say, the owners of this property have definitely set my future expectations high. The condo is exactly what it says it is; the perfect environment to bring your family, filled with all the amenities one could wish for to spend countless hours at the beach enjoying yourself. I caution writing such a glowing review because I fear the word will spread and this property will be unavailable to rent in the future, but the least I could do to repay the owners is to share how wonderfully maintained this property is, and how respectful and generous the owners are. If you're looking for a solid, peaceful, and all-out wonderful place to take your family, I would suggest you rent this condo. It's a definite gem, and sure to allow your family the opportunity to spend hours on the beach, or exploring the island while on your next vacation.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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• A Perfect Patch of Paradise.

  A Perfect Patch of Paradise.

  • Guest PHM
  • Date of stay 02/16/13
  • Review Submitted 03/12/13
  For once a vacation experience that lives up to its billing . So indeed muted expectations were readily exceeded. Begining with ready and useful communication with the owner who before, throughout and immediately after our stay showed a genuine interest in ensuring that we had the best possible experience in a manner that indcated a wit and willingness without the slightest hint of hovering . I was particularly grateful for the insight that provided me a wonderful golfing expereince. The condo is not luxury but it affords all the requirements for an enjoyable stay starting with an unbelievable comfortable bed and a kitchen that lacked absolutely nothing except maybe your favorite spices. Thought we had forgotten to bring the requisite really sharp knife but no need. There were probably about 8 realy sharp knives and multiple dishes etc that allowed for optimal use of the dishwaher. Sanibel is a gem with its endless stretches of shell filled beaches punctuated by daily dolphin visits right at the shore. Renting a bike is a must and no need for a vehicle with a variety of bike paths and a serious priority given to cyclists and pedestrians. This is the least commercial vacaton spot I have ever encountered in Florida with boutique shopping and scrumptious , well priced eateries. We particularly enjoyed the Island Cow, Doc Fords and don't miss happy hour at Jacarandas with its fabulous appetizers , multiples of which constitute a feast! But during high season it pays to arrive between 5:30 and 6 if you have an aversion to wating for a seat, no matter where you choose to dine in the evening. A real treat and totally unique perspective was being able to pretty much drift along the canal corridors behind the yacht basin ending up right behind Sanibel Arms.Though we had the benefit of a friends boat, without it I would rent a canoe/kayak on my next visit to recaptrue that dreamy feeling and sneak peaks into the lives of the greats and near greats. For those interested , there is a wonderful yoga studio just off Periwinkle which allowed my non golfing partner an evigorating alternative to foresaking too many to mention, lost balls to the discretion of rather ominous looking alligators on the course. I have already been eagerly extolling the virtues of a vaction to Sanibel to many who have inquired about our expereince and would in particular recommend taking advantage of the discreet hospitality afforded by Carlton at the Sanibel Arms.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, tourists without a car.

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• Great Place to Vacation!

  Great Place to Vacation!

  • Guest jbfalk
  • Date of stay 01/26/13
  • Review Submitted 02/22/13
  This is the second year we stayed at this condo and we had a wonderful time. We already plan to come back next year. This condo is lovely and the owners are great to work with and take care of any problem you may have. We enjoyed many miles of biking, swimming in the gulf & pool, walking on the beach, sunsets at the fishing pier near the Lighthouse, and all that Sanibel has to offer. The weather was great and we just loved our time on Sanibel. Our three weeks there were fabulous!

  Recommended for: Age 55+.

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• Excellent experience, top of the line customer service in a charming condo!

  Excellent experience, top of the line customer service in a charming condo!

  • Guest Terri
  • Date of stay 01/05/13
  • Review Submitted 01/13/13
  The owners of this condo were the best I've ever worked with... interactive, friendly, and wanting to know my experience was a good one. Condo was impeccably clean. The condo kitchen was the best stocked I've ever been in as far as necessary items to cook with. It also included all the needed beach accessories, right down to beach toys and nets for seashells! The condo location is perfect, and it is paved in a way that makes it very easy to transport luggage in and out, which is lacking in some condo complexes in Sanibel. This condo and owner really goes to the max of making sure your needs are met. Locally, there are so many things to do. I highly recommend getting a $12 annual pass to the JN Ding Darling Wildlife preserve (instead of the $5 daily pass) and driving through (or bike or walk) multiple times a day.. we saw so much.. every kind of bird imaginable.. roseate spoonbills, night herons, white pelicans, brown pelicans.. at least 12 varieties of birds... in addition we saw a six foot gator, horseshoe crabs, blue crabs, racoons, snakes, 3 turtle varieties.. it was fantastic. Take your camera AND bug repellant! Of course, shelling is awesome in Sanibel and we had a great time on the Adventures in Paradise shelling cruise, as well as Captiva Cruises. You gotta get cake at The Bubble Room! Jerry's has a great reasonably priced restaurant in the grocery store. Oh, and if you are there at the right time of the year, the farmers market in Sanibel on Sundays is not to miss... try the strawberry or guava & cream cheese turnover, and the lady who sells chicken parmigan that you just need to heat up ... to die for! We hit this up on Sunday mornings and get some things for lunches or dinners in the condo. That chicken parm is the BEST! Off of Sanible.. the Ford and Edison Winter Estate are really cool to see, and I love visiting Fleamasters (which you will either love or hate) but my favorite stores in there are Shooz and Just Dove (both in the blue aisle) I love the Springstep shoes and the owners of Just Dovi are great at doing custom shirts, and the Isaccs shirt hold color and wash up beautifully. I have MANY of them now. Also nice... I just arrived home yesterday, and my deposit refund is already being processed to the card I put it on... most places I've waited 3-5 weeks to get my security deposit back. Again, I can't say enough good things about the customer service of the owners. FANTASTIC AND TOP NOTCH.

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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• Beautiful place, perfectly wonderful owners

  Beautiful place, perfectly wonderful owners

  • Guest Wendy A.
  • Date of stay 12/26/12
  • Review Submitted 01/07/13
  My husband and I had the most relaxing and refreshing time at this wonderfully cared for condo. It is very clean, easy to be in, has everything you need, is very nicely appointed. We loved it. The owners could not be more friendly and kind. From a little welcome starter pack of coffee and chocolate waiting for you when you arrive, to checking in to wish you a safe trip home, they are very thoughtful people. Likewise the staff at Sanibel Arms--helpful and kind. Sanibel is a marvel--this condo made it even nicer. We rented bikes (a car only one day so we could visit relatives in Miami), and rode them everywhere as our only transportation--to Ding Darling Bird Refuge, to dinner at Traders and Gramma Dots, to getting our groceries daily at Jerry's. The Bean is a long time favorite for us too. Best though was bringing fresh fruit and fish to the condo, cooking it ourselves, and having a quiet evening. It was heavenly. We knew the minute we walked in that we would love our time, and immediately booked it for next year; same time, but a little bit longer! It was hard to leave. We recommend this particular place highly. Thanks so much to the owners who provided a place of such tranquility.

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• Return Visit

  Return Visit

  • Guest Lori G.
  • Date of stay 11/10/12
  • Review Submitted 11/20/12
  This was our second visit and we are already looking forward to the next. Great condo, great location, great hosts and neighbours. Thanks again!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• TPS

  TPS

  • Guest Terry
  • Date of stay 10/27/12
  • Review Submitted 11/14/12
  The condo is beautiful, as is the condo complex. Carlton was very concerned and helpful, and the office staff were, as usual, wonderful. My laptop couldn't connect to WiFi (a problem with the computer, not the WiFi), so I ended up using the community center ones. I was thankful the condo was right next door. We will definitely be back!

  Recommended for: Families with young children, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Anniversary trip

  Anniversary trip

  • Guest Jackie
  • Date of stay 08/19/12
  • Review Submitted 09/02/12
  We had a wonderful time in sanibel. Property was everything owner described. Owner contacted us before trip to see if we had any questions and also called us on our last day to thank us for staying.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway.

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• Sanibel best

  Sanibel best

  • Guest ileana
  • Date of stay 08/04/12
  • Review Submitted 08/14/12
  Very nice condo on the East end, cloes to everything. Just a short walk to pool and beach. Tried a new restaurant--Sweet Melissa's Cafe--well worth it.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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April 7, 2013 - December 21, 2013 $620.00/Week Discounted from $795.00
*** Super Summer Special Rate August 10 - October 12, 2013 $550.00/Week***
December 21, 2013 - January 25, 2014  $925.00/Week Discounted from $1215.00
January 25, 2014 - April 26, 2014  $1500.00/Week Discounted from $1615.00
April 27, 2014 - December 20, 2014 $620.00/Week Discounted from $795.00
** Super Summer Special Rate August 9, 2014 - October 11, 2014 $575.00/Week**
*** Stays of less than one week possible at owner's discretion***
*Nightly rate based on 7 night rental* Shorter stays higher!*

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