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5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach

Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Sanibel Island Southern Beach

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Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
TV, DVD player, books, music library
Dining
Marina

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Located in Mid Island within a 5-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Periwinkle Way - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Marketplace At Sundial - ‬18 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.

5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach


Let's not say goodbye but see you later!

Hurricane Ian may have caused a great destruction to Sanibel but be assured the love of this Unique Paradise will keep our resilience and determination strong as together we repair and rebuild our homes. Yes, it has been very tough, and we are deeply saddened but optimistic we will have the Sunny Shell Basket Cottage back stronger, better and newer then before
We cannot thank you all enough for your kind words and support during this time it has truly touched us both.

Through the many years we have greatly appreciated all our fabulous guests ...it has been our pleasure and honor to host you.
We hope in the not-too-distant future we will once again have the pleasure to Host you to one of our units.

In the interim stay safe and enjoy each day. We shall update when ready to take bookings.

Leslie and Jim

Surround yourself with sunshine, seclusion and the sound of the sea.
This lovely, cheerful 2 bedroom 2 bath cottage has old Florida Charm ...and is newly updated.
Situated on a private, sleepy lane it is only a 2 to 3 minute walk to the beach. The Cottage has all the amenities of home WiFi, 3 TV's, DVR, washer and dryer, granite kitchen and dishwasher. Wake to the sound of the waves breaking, perhaps a visit from an Egret, Heron or Ibis all while enjoying fresh brewed coffee on the privacy of your own sunny deck.
This Sunny Shell Basket cottage is one of the very few homes that can rent for less than a full week on Sanibel Island. Comfortable, charming and cozy…not your typical vacation rental. For those who are looking to get away, enjoy each other, your family, nature, and the serenity… stay at Sunny Shell Basket Cottage.

Why choose this BRIGHT, CHEERY and UPLIFTING rental!!
1) Walk to the beach in less then 3 minutes
2) Free standing home no Condo
3) Park right next to your front door
4) Short bike/car ride to many restaurants
5) Umbrellas, chairs and towels
6) Netflix
7) Wi fi
8) Gas grill with gas
9) HD TV
10) Well stocked kitchen
11) all 5 STAR reviews
12) Perfect location
13) Did I mention BRIGHT, CHEERY and UPLIFTING!!

Please Note
I have implemented the CDC recommendations for cleaning and disinfecting the cottage between our quests. We leave a minimum of 24 hours between guest check out and check in.
All bed pads and bed spreads will be changed between guest. All Linens washed on Highest temperature.

I ask quest to follow CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Practice social distancing
Wear a cloth face cover in public
Clean your hands often
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Cover coughs and sneezes
Clean and disinfect “high-touch” surfaces

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Need approval and addition fee

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Mid Island within a short 5-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and also 16 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 there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a garden and a video library.

Are there hot tubs at 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is 25.3 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach?

Yes, every accommodation at 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach comes with a deck.