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New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout!

Vacation home with kitchen, near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
TV
Pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Located in Mid Island, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Periwinkle Way - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sanibel Island Golf Club - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout!

Prepare to be welcomely surprised by the large size of this updated open layout single-family home! The location for 836 Donax couldn't be better-nestled far enough off of the main road to experience tropical seclusion, while still being close enough to bike to restaurants and antique shops. Gaze out at the Sanibel River from the large family-friendly Kitchen island, or head out of the french doors to the screened-in lanai to feel immersed in the lush vegetation. Cooling off on hot Florida days will be a breeze with the fenced-in pool being only a few steps from your front yard and the sparkling beaches only a 6-minute bike ride! 4 large bedrooms surround the heart of this home, with enough space and beds to easily sleep 8. Interior laundry, ample counter space for family cooking, and large comfortable living space make 836 Donax the perfect vacation spot for an extended stay on Sunny Sanibel Island!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

439564
Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Mid Island within a short 12-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and also 7 minutes on foot from Periwinkle Way. You'll also find Sanibel Island Golf Club and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout! good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is 25.3 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout!?

Yes, every accommodation at New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout! comes with a porch.

New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrea T.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the house except a few maintenance issues. The washer was mildewed bc door was kept closed. They did bring us something to try to clean it and offered to have cleaners come. Kitchen was not stocked great. But is beautifully redone. I loved that we could walk to the beach and was a quiet area. Loved all the iguanas and anoles.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Positives- property was spacious. Kids enjoyed the pool. Negatives- ice maker was not even hooked up in the fridge, only 2 ice trays in freezer, dryer control panel was broken, no potholders, not enough sheet pans, one of the bedrooms was actually the garage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete P.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised...except better

It was a great place to stay for a larger family. The listing said 3 bedrooms, but it actually had 4 much to our delight (that was the "better" part). Great communication from the host, easy access to everywhere on the island. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just ok

No seating in living only a couch. Ants every where. Only one tv. We really didn’t think about that because every where we’ve stayed had tv in bedrooms. Pool was very nice. Yard was a mess chairs turned over not mowed. Mold all over the patio door on outside and on the patio furniture. Not very healthy for us elderly so we couldn’t enjoy the screen in patio. The chairs for beach were moldy. No umbrella for beach. Needs a few more dishes,plates mugs , glasses, lack of comfortable living room furniture.could be a nice place to stay.. 4 bed rooms and one couch. The 4 white kitchen like chairs are not for tv watching.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ernesto G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right

Perfect location! Close to all the beaches and shops and restaurants! The property was just the right size for the party of 7 we were traveling with! Pool right out the front door was awesome and clean! We would love to come back every year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a group fishing trip

Property was great and we had a wonderful time. The only issues we faced were the kitchen wasn't well stocked with items like cups or mugs. They didn't have a wine opener, etc. Otherwise it had everything we needed. The dishwasher also didn't work. Bedrooms, bathrooms, common space, porch, everything else was amazing. Perfect basecamp for adventures out across the island.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raye B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Perfect for a family!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Gary O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good but could have been better

O Sole Mio has been redone and is a pleasant place to stay. It was listed as a 3 bedroom but was a 4. On the downside there were ants (and ant traps) all over the kitchen. We did not get all the supplies promised (trash bags and tp), there were no blankets, no large bowls for cooking or potholders, and the lone chair in the living room had three legs but was propped up to look like it was stable. Fortunately, we tried to move it for TV viewing and it fell over before anyone sat in it. We called and got the chair picked up but no replacement. The property management did get us some blankets (temps were in the 40's and bedspread was stained on the underside) two days later. Overall, it is a decent property and was a lovely place to stay. Property management could have been quicker in response and better at furnishing the basic necessities.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness

OhSolMio

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sanibel Weekend

We were very satisfied with the property. A very nice recovery from the hurricane compared to other areas of the island. Easily room for the six of us, and the kids loved to pool area. A couple of things that could be improved. The broken handle on the front screen door and quite high up. There were ants in the kitchen most of the stay, plus a couple Palmetto bugs in toilet by kitchen. Beautiful refrigerator but the ice machine wasn't connected leading a late night dash for ice our first evening. Some hangers in all the closets would help. Huge spider webs in the roof of the lanai bothered the ladies and kids. A instruction sheet for the TV would have helped. We would definitely consider coming here again as expect more post-hurricane work to continue. Plus the shelling at Turner Beach was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

C.T. Welding C.

Just ok

House was clean and alot looked to be updated. however, louvers on the blinds were missing, one of the showers had no blinds on the window so when showering the unexpected landscaper was walking by. Made it weird. Living area couch leg was broken. Could use more living area seating. Every morning woke up to back up beepers and equipment running. Right behind the house is the sewage treatment plant. Explains the rotten egg smell. Pool was nice. I know how much the island has been thru and this property was ok considering.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private Island!

It was like being on a private island as Sanibel is rebuilding after Hurricane Ian. The house is perfect for families. Very clean. Would suggest adding another TV, more hooks for towels, and window coverings for bedroom and bathroom. Otherwise...perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Matthew K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Maintenance

After the hurricane there is a lot of repairs still ongoing. We didn't have curtains in the bedrooms, whilst having construction workers outside our windows being able to peak in. We didn't feel like we had much privacy in that regard. Expect to be up early as the workers start around 8a with the chainsaws and heavy catapillar equipment running. At the end of the day we really didn't mind and understand they are a community rebuilding so what can you expect. The price point was right for our group and the essentials were there for us to have a great trip! Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great central location

This was a great location for us within just a few minutes of the causeway and a few minutes drive to Jerry's and other island eateries and essentials. A 12 minute walk to the beach made much easier with the cart we could use for putting beach chairs in (also provided by the property) as well as other beach essentials. Billy's Rentals was a short drive away where we hired bikes and spent the day at the Lighthouse Beach and an evening at the fabulous Mudbugs. The house felt very authentic for the tropical location being nestled amongst the trees and surrounded by iguanas. We also saw turtles, iguanas and a baby alligator in the pond (although no mama alligator much to my son's disappointment!). The shared pool with other properties at the location was very popular with our children for an afternoon dip after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house! Plenty of room!

Great house with plenty of room. We only had a small fam of 3 (other fam couldn't make it) and it was spacious. Perfect location too. Centrally located to all things. Had the best time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation!

We loved the house, pool, location, and layed back life style of Sanibel. One suggestion would be to clean the air filter or put a new one in as it was really dirty and we found ourselves coughing a lot. Everything else was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good time

Great from start to finish
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Retreat

Great pale to stay. Lots of lizards, birds and trees to make you feel away from the hustle and bustle of life. Great location close to restaurants, shopping, and beach access. Has a clean pool on site.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

deanna c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

We came down with our single daughter & son, wife & 2 kids. Plenty of room, sufficient kitchen & great having pool right out the front door. Really enjoyed the screened in porch. Location is great! My only issue was if you plan to cook you need to bring EVERYTHING you need. Great cooking equipment but all that was provided was salt & pepper. We get it, just would have been nice to know.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Beverly W.

Property Used our Needs

Large home that was great for our family. Walking distance to beach and we loved the shared pool. When we arrived there was a nice big umbrella that gave much needed shade at the pool. Toward the end of our stay, the umbrella was missing and we learned it belonged to a homeowner and they left for the season and they took it back. Hopefully, the homeowners association will buy an umbrella for the pool. The home was supplied with everything needed for the beach including a beachwagon, towels and toys. There was new furniture in the bedrooms and some was delivered during our stay for the screened in porch. The management responded quickly to issues we had with housekeeping and plumbing problems. Our first day there was a foul smell outside from a nearby wastewater treatment plant. This smell came and went depending on the wind direction but was noticeable only a few days of our month stay.
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ariel M., Lexington, ky

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant

It was a comfy house a short walk from the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022