Condo in Sanibel, FL

Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B

Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B

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'Peek-a-View' of Gulf from Our Lanai
Sandpebble Condominium
Living Room Toward Kitchen
Living Room and Entertainment Center
Living Room and Lanai

Overview of Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4131 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Golf viewGolf viewGolf view

Check out the area

Sanibel, FL
  • Popular LocationPeriwinkle Way3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanibel Island Lighthouse7 min drive
  • AirportFort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full 1

Toilet · Shower only

Full 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B

A five-minute stroll takes you to Sanibel's famous shelling beach, just across the street from our condo unit. Completely redecorated in ''Sanibel style,'' the unit is beautifully appointed with original art, tile floors, decorator furnishings, a completely renovated master bath, and a kitchen with marble counters and 'high end' appliances. The Sandpebble complex is quiet, intimate, and non-commercial -- just 23 units, most of which are owner occupied. The garden-like grounds run along the Sanibel river, with deck and eating/barbeque areas overlooking the Beachview golf course, across the water. The pleasant pool area has ample lounge chairs and tables. We have an on-island rental agent who can address any questions or problems with a local phone call.

The unit is on the top (4th) floor, with the best view and no noises from units above. Our newly appointed lanai is newly tiled and has comfortable chairs for relaxation and an attractive dining area.

We are across the street from the beach, and there is a "peak-a-view" of the gulf from the lanai. From the other side of the condo, you'll see the bird and animal life along the Sanibel River and the golfers moving down the fairway. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the utensils a guest might need to whip up anything from microwave popcorn to a gourmet meal. The spacious living room has flat screen TV with DVD, stereo with MP3 connection, WiFi (and a wired high-speed internet connection), and a small library of cookbooks and books on local activities and the flora and fauna of Sanibel. There are television sets in both bedrooms. The unit is equipped with a Bosch dishwasher; coin-operated clothes washers and dryers are conveniently located just downstairs.

Sandpebble is centrally located on Sanibel's network of bike paths -- a short ride to the shops along Periwinke Way, a longer peddle to the wildlife at Ding Darling National Wildlife Preserve, or the Sanibel Recreation Center, with its Olympic swimming pool, gym and weight rooms, lighted tennis courts, and childrens water play area. Whether it's the beaches, parks and wildlife, shopping, or great dining alternatives, you'll find everything Sanibel has to offer close at hand.

A note on the effects of Hurricane Ian in September 2022: Sanibel was hit hard by Ian and it has taken more than a year for many properties and retail establishments to recover. We are not taking reservations for stays before November 2023 because we can't be certain that our condo complex will be completely ready for occupancy. Our condo, on the third floor, was not severely damaged, but units on the first floor, utilities, the elevator, and air conditioning units on the roof were virtually destroyed. Repairs are progressing, but we will not rent our apartment until everything is returned to ship-shape condition. One note, however: the hurricane virtually destroyed the garden-like plantings around our building. We expect that repairs to the gardens will be made by the end of 2023, but it takes time for the vegetation to come back, and thus things may appear a bit bare into 2024. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Property manager

Tom or Carolyn Church

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Golf view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time after 10 pm; Pool and patio spaces closed from dusk to dawn.
No parties or use of facilities by individuals no staying in the condo.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sanibel

Located in Sanibel, this condo is by the sea. Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater and BIG Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Key West Express and Sanibel Island Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Golf Club - 12 min walk
  • Periwinkle Way - 3 min drive
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 4 min drive
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 6 min drive
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jerry's Foods - 4 min drive
  • Doc Fords Rum Bar And - 6 min drive
  • Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen - 3 min drive
  • Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory - 6 min drive
  • Cielo Restaurant - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B located?

This family-friendly Sanibel condo is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Island Golf Club. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Lloyd V., Glen Ellyn, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally Satisfied
Great place, wonderful location, excellent facilities (pool, tennis, laundry and bike rental). Direct easy access to the beach. The condo is family friendly; equipped with all your needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

Avis H., Springfield, MO 65804, USA

Cute Condo
We were pleased with the furnishings, comfort and cleanliness of the condo. We never did see the "peek-a-boo" view of the gulf. A condominium complex or apt. complex has been built in front of Sandpebble Condominiums and a view is not available now, but it is not far to walk through there and get to the beach. Also, there is no washer/dryer in the unit. It is downstairs and a shared coin laundry, but in October we did not have to wait for a washer or dryer. We enjoyed our stay, but a little disappointed that there was no view or a washer and dryer in the unit. I feel that the overview and amenities should be corrected in the description.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

shirley r.

Highly recommend !
Had a great stay . The condo exceeded our expectations. Spacious and well equipped. Also enjoyed the outdoor grills and dining areas overlooking the canal. Reservation process was prompt and easy, including the actual check-in and out at the island. Highly recommend this location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Susan H.

Great place to stay!
My husband and I recently stayed in this condo and it was perfect! Very comfortable and beautifully decorated. The king size bed was wonderful and very good quality. The Churches' were very accommodating and the entire rental process could not have been easier. Sanibel is a beautiful island with great food, interesting wildlife, many fun activities and a beautiful beach with great shelling. We love to bike and the Sanibel bike paths are the best. We would definitely recommend this property and hope to stay there again sometime. Thank you Tom and Carolyn.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Michael J.

Wonderful - Nothing to worry about afterall!!!
This was our first experience using this type of service and we were a bit apprehensive about being scammed. Initially, we were able to reach the owners by email (with a very prompt reply and answers to our questions), but was unable to reach them by phone as they were on vacation at the time. Although this added to our potential concerns, they put us in touch with their leasing agent, which improved our comfort level (Jeannie at Sanibel Holiday was also great to work with). Tom and Carolyn also blessed us by working with our scheduled arrival date, since we were driving from Indiana and unable to fit into the standard weekly schedule (thank you for this!). Due to the loss of my regular job, we had not been on a family vacation in several years and had very high expectations for this trip, but were blown away when we entered the condo! The pictures are nice, but don't do it justice. As an architect, I see things with a level of detail that others may not care to see, and everything was wonderful. My wife also has health issues, so the elevator and push cart were also a blessing. We had looked at some units closer to the beach, but the money we saved on the other side of the street allowed us to eat out and do some other things that made our trip with our daughters special as well. On the subject of food, we also had a cookout down by the canal, which was very pleasant. Parking was close to our end of the building and it was like we had the whole place to ourselves. It is obvious that the owners know to care for their quests. The weather and shelling were great, I can think of no concerns to report and we received our deposit with no issues. My advice, plan early as this place is very popular! I hope we can return one day. Thank you Tom and Carolyn for making your place available to us. We have never met, and have never even talked on the phone, but you feel like family to me! Michael (Indiana)

About the host

Hosted by Tom or Carolyn Church

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Tom and Carolyn Church are innkeepers during the summer and fall, at Coveside Bed & Breakfast on another beautiful island -- Georgetown Island, on the coast of Maine. Tom is a retired college teacher (political science at the State University of New York in Albany). Carolyn was a travel agent and pastry chef. As innkeepers and frequent travelers (during our off-season), we have a good idea what vacation guests are looking for in a rental property, and have tried to provide this in our Sanibel condo.

Why they chose this property

Sanibel Island is unique and very special. More than 60 percent of the island is in conservation land that will never be developed. Most of the island roads pass through unspoilt island ecosystems. Development on the island is concentrated along the beaches (though with ample beach access all along the coast); no structures are more than four stories high and the condominium complexes are tasteful, most with substantial green space. Thus, much of the overdevelopment common to the Florida coast has been avoided by careful planning. We were looking for a property on Sanibel that could be upgraded to a high standard (which we have done over the past several years), that was close to the beach, but that wasn't in a busy, 'resort-style' property. Most of the units at Sandpebble are occupied by owners for the winter season, and the complex is quiet and friendly.
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