What a perfect spot on Sanibel! The condo was exactly as described and shown in photos, or even better. Very comfortable, very Florida, yet homey and inviting. Amazing how much great equipment was stashed in the small but high-end kitchen, which we barely touched since we ate out most meals. We loved the cute white dishes. As for proximity to the beach....look no further! The grounds are immaculate, the staff extremely welcoming and helpful. More beach stuff in the garage than we could ever have used, just for the two of us. Parking beneath the building wasn't particularly a perk in November, but in the summer heat would really be wonderful. The salt water pool was perfect too, so refreshing and easy on the eyes (or was that the hunky guy who hung out there?!)
My only suggestion is to update after-hours check-in instructions, which direct you to get the key from the Holiday Inn next door. In our late night arrival, driving around searching for Holiday Inn in total darkness wasn't fun, because it doesn't exist! The ownership changed a few years ago, I was told, and I don't recall the new name of that hotel. They did have our key, however.
Billy's Bike Rental had our bikes waiting in the garage as promised, and my husband especially made use of his....crowning achievement was riding all the way to the end of Captiva and back one afternoon, 25 miles! I wasn't that ambitious but had fun nonetheless.
Thanks for sharing your outstanding Sanibel getaway!
Debbie & Gregg, Louisville KY