We loved our stay! It was just a short walk to the beach-- the perfect location. Plus, beach chairs, umbrellas, etc. we didn't worry about a thing! When the beach umbrella that Leslie provided broke, she even came out and brought us a new one. We would definitely stay here again!

We loved our stay on Shell Basket Lane and would definitely stay again! I traveled with my mom and her small dog. The beds were very comfortable. A very short walking distance to an awesome shelling beach! Host was extremely responsive and helpful. The cottage was immaculate and had a great little yard. We had some rain but there was awesome cable, amazon prime, etc. and wifi to keep us occupied! Host made sure we were doing OK after the heavy rain, which we appreciated. We would definitely stay again.

Thanks to Leslie and Jim for making our family beach trip a memorable one. The cottage is truly an absolute gem. From the moment we opened the front door to our departure it felt like home. When we return to Sanibel Island in the future we know where we will be staying - The Sunny Shell Basket Cottage! The Armstrong Family

My family (wife, 3 year old daughter, and 18 month old son) had a wonderful time. The access to the beach was fantastic and had great places to see the sunset. The beach was not crowded at all and everyone was friendly. The place on the outside is like an old Florida motor court inn. On the inside it has been updated and very contemporary. So if you are looking for retro with a modern twist, this is a great place to stay. The pool is just across the street and easy to access. Beach chairs, umbrellas, pull cart, sandcastle toys, and beach towels are all provide during your stay.

Beautiful location with direct beach access! The staff was friendly and helpful, Riding bikes we rented just out the front door to the Wildlife refuge was absolutely awesome! The place itself was as described, clean with a full kitchen and nice furnishings. Wonderful stay!

great location next to quiet beach. Picnic tables, lounge chairs, and grills outside. beach chairs and umbrellas available. ideal for a couple or a family with children.

Charming, small, well kept, no frills property with direct access to secluded beach area, super responsive and friendly on-site management.

Overall, we loved our stay. The location is great, 2-3 minutes walk to the beach. Easy to find and a very quiet area. The staff was terrific and very friendly. Whatever we needed they were extremely helpful. The house is a little aged and worn down. That is really the only negative, but we would definitely stay here again, location would be very hard to beat.

It was the perfect beach cottage, we had two bedrooms in our unit and the little kitchen had everything you need. It was also nicely updated. We were right on the beach and the walk to the ocean was gourgeos. We rented their bikes, swam in the pool, and had a relaxing family getaway. Thank you for the excellent service and accommodations... Truly a treasure!

This is an amazing spot on Sanabell - we loved our stay; bikes on the premises -close beach access - close to the nature preserve - close to tennis all perfect for our group. We loved we could include our dogs. We would certainly stay here again.

This was a really nice, quiet weekend away, which is exactly what my boyfriend and I were looking for. Just the two of us went and used the small kitchen which was just enough to make our meals (we only went out for two meals and used the kitchen for the rest). I think it would have been fine to have two more people stay - more than that would have felt a little crammed in my opinion. The staff was friendly. The unit is attached to others but we never heard neighbors. The bedroom with the queen bed is attached to the bedroom with the two double beds, so if more than a couple stay, you do need to go through that room to get to the other bedroom. Also, there are ceiling windows that you can't cover. They are cool because you get a lot of natural light in the rooms, but it was a full moon while we were there and a little brighter than what we are used to for sleeping. The shelling is amazing and the beach is an easy two minute walk from the unit. Overall this was a great place to stay and I would definitely recommend it!

We totally enjoyed our stay at Paul's place! The bikes were great, we biked to the beaches, lunch and dinner. Our stay was over the 4th of July and we couldn't have been more convenient to see the fireworks on the causeway! Our boys loved the pool!

The place was great. Everything as described, very clean and comfortable beds. Paul was very responsive when we contacted him, and went above and beyond to answer any questions we had. The neighbors were also something to write home about - very kind and interested in sharing what they love about Sanibel with us. Highly recommended!

Our host communicated with us promptly and gave us information about what we could expect. When we arrived everything was clear and in order just as we had been told. We received on arrival a number of items that Paul had ordered for us: a box of bottles of water, packages of paper towels, etc. His explicit instructions gave us access to the bikes and storage areas which made our stay more enjoyable. Everything was as listed in the description of the condo. The view from the condo was exceptional: we saw several dolphins a manatee in the canal in front of the condo. We watched ospreys, ibises, pelicans from the porch. The neighbors all around were very friendly. The atmosphere was calm and quiet--very peaceful, which is just what we had hoped for. The location was ideal, far enough from the noisy traffic, but close enough to the road to be able to bike or drive anywhere on the island. Sanibel has many bike and hiking paths all over the island and we were able to walk or bike to a nearby beach and natural areas right from the condo. The condo itself was clean, bright and airy and attractive. The kitchen was well equipped; from the dining area--where we ate several meals--we could watch boats go by on the canal. The living room was comfortable and nicely decorated. The condo was altogether a pleasant place to be.

We have a really nice experience at Briody's Sanibel place. I played tennis every morning with my daughter then we went to the swimming pool to refresh and meet my wife that was tanning. We used the kayak that was an outstanding adventure. We saw dauphins jumping around us. The beaches are nice and the water warm. You have to have a car to go to many beaches that Sanibel and Captiva offers. We want to come back next summer.

We had a great stay at Tenniscourt Place. A very relaxing environment in a great setting with everything you'd need to enjoy sanibel. Paul was a very accommodating host and gave us lots of helpful tips for our stay.

We just returned from a week in Sanibel and "Paul's Place" was a great base for my family (me, DH and teenaged son) to enjoy the island. Easy biking distance from Lighthouse Beach and restaurants -- right on the canal for fairly easy kayak launching -- we never got around to trying the pool or tennis courts in the complex but they are close to the unit and looked well maintained. We did use the community's grill and it worked great. Paul checked in with us on our arrival to make sure we had everything we needed, and was responsive to emails when we had questions. All in all, everything we needed for a great vacation!

Paul thank you so much for letting us stay in your lovely typical home on Sanibel Islands. We booked at the last minute and you were very accommodating and reactive. Paul quickly replied to the multiple messages we sent him before and during our stay. He was kind and polite. We would recommend staying in his lovely home. The location is a great base to explore the island by bike. The house is located on a canal, in a calm and clean neighborhood, just off the main street when entering the island with beaches (e.g. the lighthouse) not far away. The apartment is clean and kept up. The back yard is a wonderful retreat with free high quality Gas grill. There is a full kitchen with dining area and supplies, pots and pans, plats, garbage bags etc. Would come back again and recommend others to stay here. There is also a coin washer and dryer. All in all very pleasant.

If you are looking for a clean, well equipped unit and a thoughtful host, this would be a very good choice for you. Everything advertised was lived up to in reality - no fluff - great stuff! Great location and all the amenities you could want (and then some). Paul was very responsive to our questions and we enjoyed our stay. We would come back and highly recommend this place to others. Sanibel/Captiva - watch out at dusk & dawn for the pesky no-see-ums (OK - not so much as pesky as they are downright maddening if you are unlucky enough to get bitten!). No Joke - if you have sweet blood - bring bug spray. If you do get bites, Island Pharmacy has custom lotions for both repellent and bites that work better that regular bug spray and cortisone. Go to Pinocchio's for delicious and generous portions of ice cream.

Vi fik en rigtig god modtagelse, da Art mødte personligt op og gav os en kort og god præsentation af lejligheden og stedet. Lejligheden var nydelig, pæn og rengjort, og alt nødvendigt udstyr til et godt ferieophold var tilstede. Passer fint til ophold for et par, evt. med 1-2 mindre børn. Lejligheden er en del af ferieresortet "Sundial", hvilket giver en række fordele i forhold til restauranter, swimmingpools og andre ferieaktiviteter. Billeder af lejligheden, udsigt m.m. undersælger efter vores mening - man bliver med andre ord positivt overrasket. Og ikke mindst af alt: ligger lige op til den fantastiske strand, som er en af de bedste på øen.

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This condo is a beautiful place to be and to relax. It was really clean an good situated. The People wehre friendly and the host supported me, and my questions. We will came back!

Art and Sandy's condo was the perfect place for our honeymoon! They were very responsive to any questions we had and gave us lots of information regarding Sanibel if we wanted to do something else besides sunning. The condo was well maintained and very clean! We were very happy and would definitely go back!

Art was very easy to get in contact with. Made the process extremely easy and effortless. The condo was very clean and perfect as a getaway for our honeymoon. A simple short walk will lead you straight to the beach. Would recommend this condo to any couple looking to get away and relax!

My husband and I feel so lucky to have found this little piece of paradise! It was clean, close to the beach, and the tiki bar by the pool has a great happy hour. Art was thorough in his communications and the check-in process was a breeze. He was also understanding when we had to leave early due to hurricane Irma. 10/10 would definitely go back.

A bit of Heaven on Sanibel! Clean, clean, clean and tastefully furnished, we LOVED our stay. The porch looks out to the gulf. Comfy easy chair and couch, comfy bed. Perfect for us to relax and near everything.

Nice place! Excellent communication with owner.

Having just departed from one of, if not the most, enjoyable accommodations I've ever experienced on vacation. From the moment we arrived, which was late due to baggage issues at the airport, Bob and Deanna treated us with warmth and generosity beyond anything I've known. I've traveled all over the world, often seeking more personal lodging situations. Nothing prepared me for the greeting and amenities we received. It was as if we were staying with our own loving family. At the same time, we were allowed total privacy. As for the apartment.....Wow! It was everything as advertised, and then some. It was spotlessly clean, well appointed and we enjoyed every bit of it, from the screened in pool to the excellent kitchen and shower to the superb beds. I'm a former owner of two high end restaurants outside of NYC and I cooked multiple meals while there. All that I needed was close at hand. Suzann and I had five days of bliss. Please heed my words. No better accommodations for a trip can be found. Gratefully, John Larkin

The host Deanna & Bob were so friendly and gracious. They are on a canal and the first day we watched a dolphin swim by. I came down with my son to see some Twins games and the space was perfect. Very quiet neighborhood. Fun local bars close by. Would highly recommend this place for anyone that wants to stay in a quiet friendly area. Looking forward coming down again. Tim Minear

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What a great place to stay! Very peaceful and quiet!

We had a great time on Pine Island. Bob and Deanna did everything to make our stay more relaxed and enjoyable. The place is great with good space and we made great use of the kayaks and bikes.

This is a great spot to enjoy the sun and quiet of Florida. The restaurants in the neighborhood are great...lots of wonderful seafood. The host is great. We felt very much at home.

A true Gem!!!!!! If they don't have it there for you. Then you don't need it. Everything was clean. Beautiful. And so much fun. Bob even took us for a tour on his boat. We saw beautiful birds, ton's of fish and even a dolphin in the canal. Can't wait to go back.

We enjoyed our stay and appreciate all that Deanna and Bob did to make our visit so special. The boat ride and manatee in the canal were unexpected, wonderful surprises. Great suggestion to visit Cayo Costa State Park.

We just spent a week in Ed and Carrie's place, and it was most relaxing and enjoyable. Their condo was VERY clean, and well supplied with clean, pretty dishes and utensils, etc. We enjoyed sitting on the porch to relax and read once the temp cooled off later in the day. We rode bikes to nearby restaurants, Pinocchio's Ice Cream and the Lighthouse. It was a short drive everyplace on the Island, to Bowman's Beach and Captiva beaches. Such friendly people in the complex too, a neighbor noticed we were staying there and left bananas on our patio table for us. There was plenty of closet space, dresser drawers, storage, etc. We would most definitely stay at their place again if we come back to Sanibel! Oh, and I should add Ed was very quick about responding to all my messages and questions while there, and even before our trip. Irma had moved thru the week before and he kept me updated on the progress of things getting back to normal there before we came.

Our stay in Sanibel was amazing We loved the condo for many reasons. The condo is right across the causeway bridge, so it allows for easy access to Sanibel or back to Fort Myers. The condo is updated and very nice. Another great bonus were the two bikes, beach chairs, outdoor patio, and great view of the canal. In addition, we could ride the bikes to the nearby lighthouse beach. We would highly recommend staying at Ed and Carrie's place, and hopefully will get back there in the future!

A very well appointed 2 bedroom place close to the beach. The shared garden and dock is lovely and the gas BBQ works well. The condominium is close to the beach and we took advantage of lots of free beach stuff including parasols, beach chairs, fishing rods, inflatables and a trolley to carry it in. There are free bikes and we used these a lot. Recommend local restaurants like the lazy flamingo for good food. The owner and his team were responsive to our needs and dealt with our enquiries promptly and effectively. Thoroughly recommended.

Davids villa is well maintained and great location. Short (5") walk to great beach and easily located off the causeway. Bikes are available for easy riding around Sanibel, Tarpon Bay and the many restaurants for brunch or dinner. Nice little screened area to enjoy morning coffee. Would certainly recommend this villa

This is a nice place with a great location close to the beach. The unit is well equipped for your stay and for the trip to the beach. The unit is nice but not a Luxury unit as described and the AC did not seem to work well for August heat. But for the money it is a good deal.

The townhouse is roomy except for a "smallish" but well equipped kitchen. All of the beach toys/chairs/bikes etc made it feel very homey. Location is on a quiet street, although close to the bridge, and within walking distance to the beach, and short drive or bike ride to shops and restaurants. Quiet back yard on the canal with good lawn furniture, tables and hot tub ( although we did not go in it)

The Sandpiper Villa was quiet, comfortable and cozy! It's very centrally located on the island and is within walking distance to a great beach. The villas are fully stocked with everything you might need including paper products and plenty of extra beach towels, bath towels and linens. We never got to see Martha the manatee but that was honestly our one and only disappointment! We'll definitely be back and will hopefully spot her when we return! We did, however, get to see an osprey and an iguana at the canal while we were patiently waiting for Martha.

Comfortable with everything you need. The garage is filled with bikes, wagon s, beach toys. The unit has everything, beach towels, umbrella, kitchen small appliances down to insulated coffee cups. This is a place to relax, unwind and enjoy the island. Would definitely come back like a homecoming.

We really enjoyed our 5 day stay at David's villas. Honestly the pictures here don't do this place justice. It has an old world rustic style. The villa is equipped with everything you need to feel at home. It is a 3 min walk to a beautiful beach - which for us was a huge plus. If you are looking for a home away from home, this is it! Thank you David, looking forward to returning here

We had a great stay! It was walking distance from the beach with wagons provided and biking distance from food and shops with bikes provided. The rooms were spacious and we loved hanging out in the backyard.

The condo is as described. Very nicely furnished, kitchen is very well equipped and view was amazing! Beds were comfy, books are furnished for evening reading ( a BIG plus) and the washer and dryer meant we didn't have to take home stinky clothes! A note: take bug spray, as the no-see-ums are quite pesky at dawn (sunrise) and dusk (sunset). Highly recommend!

Thanks. Family loved it.

Great Location. Property managers were excellent!

The houses are really good located: close to the beach, in a quit street with nice neighbor houses. island is wonderful. It's awesome to have your own boat dock in your garden. Please note that you won't get a modern an newly equipped place; amount of guests has clearly left its mark.

We had a blast at the Beach Road Villas. We rode bikes to the lighthouse and were able to walk to restaurants and shops. The beach was right across the street. We also saw manatees and a dolphin in the canal out back- it was so cool. I had so much fun and would love to return some day.

Great location and owner includes bikes and everything needed for fun on the beach. Very serene waterfront grounds with BBQ and outdoor dinning.

Great vacation! Easy from start to finish. The villa is beautiful and in a wonderful location. It is a 3 min. tree canopied walk to the beach. Plenty of bikes and beach stuff. When we weren't at the beach, we would enjoy hanging out on the patios. We will be back if David will have us. Oh and by the way, we did see Martha. Awesome!

Just as described! Very accommodating from kitchen supplies to very comfy beds, bikes and needed beach items at your disposal. The easy walk to beach-nicely shaded and definitely agree that it is one of the best beaches on Sanibel. Nice quiet location and an abundance of manatee sightings. We actually had a porpose viewing in the canal- very peacful & relaxing. If your okay with a bit of a blast from the past, it is a bit outdated, but still a very good value!

We loved our stay here. The garage was stocked with beach toys, umbrella, chairs, etc. We loved watching the manatees in the canal behind the house, visiting with the resident tortoise, and watching dolphins at the beach. The beach is a super easy 3 minute walk down a path across the street. It was amazing. My kids couldn't get the WiFi to work, but I didn't care-so I didn't help them. That may be some thing to look into if you are planning to work from the villa or something. David was super friendly and,available to answer any questions.

We stayed in the Lighthouse Villa for our first trip to Sanibel. We were super excited to stay here, the description & pics looked fantastic, & had mostly good reviews. Unfortunately, several issues with our place that totally dampened our stay, & caused us to try & spend as much time out of the villa as we could. The bad..... - There was a terrible odor in our villa that almost knocked us over when we first walked in. So bad that the groceries that we brought to cook that night got put in the fridge, & we went out for dinner, just to avoid the smell. I personally thought it smelled like cat urine, my husband felt sure that it was must/mold. Whatever it was did not dissipate over the four nights that we were there. I went & bought an oil diffuser hoping that it would help, but no luck. The carpet in the den was saturated by the eating table. I called the property manager (Fred), who came the next morning. Super sweet man, & obviously very concerned about the property, & the reputation of the property. But there was only so much that he could do. The carpet stayed pretty wet the entire time that we were there, even with the fan running constantly that the property manager had hooked up. Seems that the odor may lie with the carpet throughout the villa, & that taking the carpet up would solve the problem. - The listing regarding the banana trees could be more accurate with the description - it states "In the morning help yourself to the bananas (over four different varieties) and coconuts." There were no bananas when we were there, & we had some disappointed kiddos, who had envisioned eating freshly picked bananas with their jar of peanut butter (which they brought). Maybe listing when the trees will be producing would be helpful. Also, there is a sign as you enter the island that advises against picking the coconuts, as the trees have been inoculated against some type of fungus. Not sure if that pertained to the trees behind our villa, but didn't want to take the chance. - Bed linens were clean, but so old that they were stained in several places & were very worn. Overall, these issues just led to an "ickiness" about the place. A shame, as it could be super nice, & is in a great location. - There was nothing listed on the villas description about this, but upon entering the villa, there is a sign beside the thermostat which tells you not to set it below 78 degrees, & to turn it off every time you leave the villa. This made for a very warm villa. It was a balmy 82 degrees inside when we checked in, which made the odor & wet carpets even worse. I've stayed in many beach homes, & never had an issue with having to keep the thermostat at such an uncomfortable...

Enjoyed our stay for 2 weeks. The beach is an easy walk of a short block away. The villa was clean, the bed comfortable, the view of the canal soothing. Fun watching the birds, manatee and gofer tortoise. The innkeeper Fred and his wife were very nice and quite helpful.

Let me start by saying that my wife, son, and I just had the most relaxing vacation of our lives--it was perfect! And that is, in large part, due to the quality and amenities that Paul provided in/with this condo rental. THE GOOD: First, Paul was an excellent host who made himself fully available if/when we needed him. He is a very professional and good man, and covered all the bases that we needed during our stay. The condo overlooked a beautiful marina surrounded by gorgeous, quiet homes and ample trees. One morning we even saw a dolphin meandering in the marina. This condo is close to the causeway, but is completely hidden from it; we never heard traffic even once. All of the neighbors in our condo were kind and quiet. Paul set us up with everything we needed for our son, including a crib, high chair, beach toys, AND a Burley Child's Bike trailer--these things made our life easy and enjoyable! We also had access to two bikes, beach chairs and beach umbrellas, which we used everyday. Plenty of beach towels, and beach toiletries (sunscreen, etc.) were provided. We were so set up with everything we needed (to relax in the condo) and wanted (to relax on the island), that we didn't have to worry about buying/renting any equipment once we were on the island. Finally, Paul was amazing and easy to work with. We will definitely renting this condo in the future. THE BAD: The mosquitos--but that's island living for you. THE UGLY: Our first full day at the condo was accompanied by a construction crew re-roofing the neighboring condo, 8am-8pm. That was loud and obnoxious, but fortunately, they were done after the first day, and our remaining five days were spent in peace. Most of that first day was spent at the beach anyways. Construction happens--not anyone's fault (understandable since we came in a more off-season for the island). CONCLUSION: We have been to Sanibel before, and we have done extensive research on hotels and rentals, and I am confident in saying that Paul's condo is the best rental and accommodations that you can find on the island for this price.

What a sanctuary! The unit and location per the Host's description is everything we expected. We were happy with our accommodation, it was a quiet and relaxing place... just what we were looking for. My husband and I rode the bikes everyday to explore the island, it's quaint neighborhood, small commercial district and followed the trails along the beach. The host shipped over to us a pair of brand new bike helmets to use which were highly appreciated. My husband needed a bigger size before the new ones arrived! We are frequent travellers and must say the property's location and accommodation positively contributed to our wonderful Sanibel experience! Thank you Paul.

Location of the condo building is fantastic with a peaceful canal running right by the property. Great community pool and nice quiet location. The unit itself is in need of renovations at this point - flooring, linens etc need an upgrade.

It was our 2nd stay at Paul's in Sanibel and it was as amazing as the first time : quiet, everything you need is provided, big condo, very clean. We used the bycicles every day and the kayaks once during the week, the pool is great and Paul was very prompt to answer to my mails. We do recommand and will be back as soon as we can.

Everything worked out well. The apartment was just like it was listed. We enjoyed the peace and quiet of the condo. Access to bikes and beach chairs were very helpful. Would consider staying there again.

It was a pleasure to stay in Paul's Appartement. We loved the fact that we could use the bikes and canoes. Paul is a nice host and we can highly recommend staying at his Appartement.

The unit is very clean located in a central area. Would recommend it to anyone.

Paul at Airbnb was very helpful with our vacation plans and we really enjoyed our stay on Sanibel Island recently. Very peaceful at the condo and it had everything we needed right there! Would return if we ever get another chance to escape!!!!!

This home had everything you could possibly need. We loved watching the manatees and dolphins swim in the canal out back. The beach is directly across the road we found beautiful shells there. This was an amazing vacation Basil was beyond accommodating we can't thank him enough.

The townhouse/condo was beautifully and modernly furnished, spacious, clean and included many amenities and extras. The location was toward the east end of the island, right across the street from the beach (just walk across and through the parking lot of the condo community across the street) and an easy bike ride to many shops and restaurants. The area is quiet/residential and as is most of the island, very family friendly. There is a pool, but no hot tub in the pool area. Two kayaks were included which allowed for wonderful relaxing rides on the series of canals and Sanibel river right off the dock at the rear of the condo. Life jackets as well as plenty of beach equipment was also included in the condo. We loved sitting on the open porch in the back and did not experience any problem with insects. We were surprised to see a dolphin jumping out of the water right from the back porch, as well as swimming with us when we kayaked! We also enjoyed using the gas grill on the back porch. The two bedrooms are upstairs which allows for nice separation from the living room space. The beds (king and queen) were extremely comfortable. The extra futon in the queen bedroom was also comfortable. The bathrooms were modern and updated as was the kitchen. The tv in the living room was very large and fun to watch when we settled in at night. There were no tv's in the bedrooms. We appreciated that there was plenty of hand soap, bar soap, shampoo, toilet paper, tissues, basic cleaning supplies and even a complete spice rack for cooking. Often rental properties have none of the above which means buying and usually wasting most of it. Also there were plenty of towels and extra sheets and pillows if needed. It felt like home for the week and we would definitely consider staying again. Basil was very kind, friendly and accommodating and allowed us to come into the condo a little early (since the cleaners were all done) and even allowed us to stay a little later on check out day (since there was no one checking in that day). He was very helpful in answering all of my questions before we came. All in all, a very gracious host and a lovely, beautiful home.

We stayed at this beautiful condo during our honeymoon. The decor was gorgeous and the attention to detail in regard to making it feel like home was beyond what we could ask for. They have everything you need to make a trip to the beach and a fully equipped kitchen. The kayaks were a blast and the location is a very quick walk to the beach! We will definitely be staying again in the future! Thank you Basil!!

Great location, lovely comfortable apt. Linens very nice. Close to Sea School. Hope to return again

Great place to stay!!! It was perfect for a quiet, relaxing vacation.

"Island Escape" was just perfect for us! We didn't want to leave. Basil was an absolute delight to deal with from the moment we began communication. He set the tone for our trip, which was so positive it actually made us more excited to make our first visit to Sanibel! I can't say enough positive things about the beautiful condo. If I had to mention something specifically, I would share that it really is a few hundred steps to the beach AND even so, a collapsible wagon was provided to comfortably transport any and all supplies needed for the beach-going experience. Basil and Debbie have left all of the supplies you'll want to use, too! In addition to that, in the event that guests aren't up for the short walk to the beach, a parking pass is provided to utilize at a nearby lot, with spaces right in front of the walkway to the sand. Oh, and the Handbook for the condo that is left for you is so helpful!! It contains all of the useful info you will need to enjoy your time on the island - they thought of everything! If (when) I return to Sanibel, "Island Escape" is the first place I will try to stay. :)

The house was absolutely beautiful! This was our first time using Airbnb and we were not disappointed. The house had everything we needed and wanted. It is located close to everything and just seconds away from the beach! Basil was always there to answer any questions we had. My family and I can not wait to return again in the near future!

best over all experience in 25+ yrs of rentals.

This is our first experience with airbnb. From the first email, communication was great. My husband and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary in this fantastic home. I say "home" because you feel at home the moment you walk in the door. It is beautiful! Our host, Ralph, was wonderful. The house was available sooner than expected. Ralph offered us an early arrival to start our celebration a day early. I can't say enough about this beautifully decorated home. All you need to do is pack your clothes. The house has everything you can think of. If you want to cook, which I love to do, you have everything at your disposal. If you want to go out to eat, fabulous restaurants minutes away. We enjoyed Sanibel beach, which is only minutes away. We relaxed at the house, swam in the private, heated pool. We cooked on the gas grill and ate our dinners on the screened-in porch and watched the sky light up with the most gorgeous colors as the sun went down. Swimming in Ralph's pool at night was amazing (and warm too). The stars in the sky seemed to be brighter. And at day's end, getting in bed was a treat. The mattress was so comfortable. We slept so well. We loved every minute of our stay and look forward to visiting again. Thank you Ralph for opening up your lovely home so that all can enjoy!

Ralph was a wonderful host. He was very attentive to our needs and truly desired to make our stay enjoyable. The pool was crystal clear and water temperature perfect for the cooler weather we had. The kitchen appliances were relative new and in great working condition and the grill worked especially well. There was plenty of outdoor seating and we used the screened in porch a lot. Based on Ralph's description, we were expecting a few more of the basic essentials to be provided (such as paper products, hand soap, toothpaste, trash bags etc..). However, to Ralph's credit he was prepared to do what ever necessary to make it right. I only write it here to help the next person, not to be critical of Ralph or the home. Overall, my family and I were extremely satisfied staying at the Sand Castle and would recommend it to anyone looking for a getaway to Sanibel Island.

Ralph is an amazing host. He did a wonderful job communicating and preparing us for our stay. His house instructions were clear and concise. He also made some fantastic recommendations on things to do in the area (we did all of them). The house was clean and well equipped with everything we could've needed. Top notch!

Ralph's home is a large house located in a residential neighborhood called THE DUNES. At our arrival we've been welcomed by an italian flag waiving above the main door (as our is family from Milan, northern Italy). The house was perfectly clean, beds were ready and a large pitcher of fresh water was in the fridge. The house is a two story building. The first floor is occupied by the garage and basement that are not accessible to the guests, the upper floor has a large living room, kitchen, dining room, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom is really big with a wonderful en-suite bathroom. We had a terrific time in Ralph's house. Our kids loved the pool were they probably spent more time than at the beach! I loved to grill hamburgers, fish, shrimps and steaks for my family on the large BBQ near the pool. Having rented the bikes at a local bike rental (thanks again Ralph for your help!) we were able to reach the beach or the shops in less than 10 minutes. Ralph is an excellent host and a very communicative person. He even offered us a really apreciated late checkout. I would surely recommend this house to any friend visiting Sanibel.

Amazing experience, home away from home! Great communication !

Debra's home is very clean and comfortable. The pool area was undergoing some work but didn't bother us at all. The beach is an easy walk across the street. We enjoyed the grill and ate all our meals in. Debra had everything I forgot and many things I brought to use in the kitchen. The bedroom set up is perfect for families or for two sets of people. Would definitely stay again!!

This cottage was exactly as described. While small, it was just the right size for me for a week. Beach is steps away and never crowded....lots of space between people. Beach towels, chairs and umbrellas are provided as complimentary. Great shelling on the beach and a shell washing station next to cottage! Staff during my stay were very friendly and helpful. Danielle responded very quickly to my questions during booking and in arranging for my late arrival. I would definitely stay here again.

Friendly and helpful management, conveniently located to National Park nature preserve

Thanks for a fun stay! We loved being so close to the beach and having all the amenities including a freshwater pool available to us.... you rock!!!

+ Great location next to the beach. - The bathroom/shower was tiny so larger guys may have difficulties, but the host was very upfront about it.

This place is as advertised... It is very tiny but it was great for my wife and I for our honeymoon. It is RIGHT by the beach and close enough to good restaurants. Riding bikes was a lot of fun, and although they were not the nicest of bikes, they did the job. The staff was very accommodating and got us the things we needed "TP, trash bags, etc" in a timely manner. The only thing I would say is that the bathroom is TINY!! The shower is so small and unless you are a small person, it is a bit tricky. Great place!

This beach unit was perfect for a little weekend stay. You can rent this unit through Royal Shell however this airbnb was much cheaper so I highly recommend using this cite to rent! It is just a one bedroom one bathroom which was perfect for what we needed since most of my family was staying at another home down the road, we just wanted an extra bed so there wouldn't be people sleeping on the floor. This location has lots of benefits!! They provide chairs and beach carts which are wonderful since you have a little bit of a walk to get to the beach! Also you have access to a pool which was great for my daughter who wanted to swim, however the waves would be rough some days so off to the pool we went! The staff was very helpful and supper friendly! The unit was super clean and so were all the facilities! Would recommend a stay with Danielle at any of her Sanibel locations!

Place was awesome, Cheryl & Luke are amazing people, perfect managers. Housekeepers Elise and Nikki are great too! Never more than 20 people on beach within 1/4 mile either direction. Was August 13/14/15, Sunday morning had beach to selves until 10:30am. There where kids under 12 there but where never a problem. Lots of dogs, which was great. But beach access is used by local nearby cottages too.

Awesome place, nice people, amazing location.