Did you always dream of the perfect tropical vacation? With your toes dipped under soft white sand, the sun shines on every part of your body, the cool breeze from the palm trees touching your skin and the beautiful scenery everywhere you look sure makes a perfect tropical vacation. You can stop dreaming now since you turn this fantasy into reality. In Sanibel Island, you will have everything you wish for in a dream tropical vacation.
Sanibel Island is a sister island of Captiva Island but it is bigger in size. It is a barrier island on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Sanibel Island is very near Fort Myers. Tourists are drawn from around the world to frolic on the island and its beautiful beaches. Sanibel Island is also a famous spot for shelling and is home to different wildlife. The weather on the island is almost perfect throughout the year. Snowbirds love going to Sanibel Island to have fun under the Florida Sun.
Sub: METES AND BOUNDS
Dev: METES AND BOUNDS
1470 Middle Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #214013961
Stunning Newer Mediterranean Style Sanibel Island Residence. Situated Within Steps Of The Gulf Of Mexico This Gorgeous 4 Bdrm 5.5 Bath Home Offers Spectacular Water & Golf Course Views As Well. Beautiful Finishes Include All Stone Flooring, Private Elevator...
Sub: POINTE SANTO DE SANIBEL CONDO
Dev: POINTE SANTO DE SANIBEL CONDO
2445 W Gulf Dr, D32, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217008488
C.15161 - This Is The Ideal Turnkey Rental Unit Overlooking The Gulf Of Mexico. Remodeled Kitchen And Bathrooms Have Made This Unit A Top Rental With Several Years Of Repeat Guests. Ethan Allen Furnishings, Corian Counter Tops And Several Recent Upgrades. P...
Sub: CASA YBEL BEACH & RACQUET
Dev: CASA YBEL BEACH & RACQUET
2255 West Gulf Dr, Unit 215, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217025453
Timeshare!! This Beautiful 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Waterfront Timeshare Located At Sanibel's Casa Ybel Resort Is Available Week 21 Which Includes Memorial Day Each Year. This Unit Has A King Bed In Master, Twin Beds In Guest Bedroom, Living Room With A Sofa Sleep...
Sub: POINTE SANTO DE SANIBEL CONDO
Dev: POINTE SANTO DE SANIBEL CONDO
2445 W Gulf Dr, E23, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217040938
Expansive Gulf Views Abound From This Spacious Updated Condo Featuring 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms + Den. Only 6 Units Have This Floor Plan! Beautiful Kitchen Features A Tray Ceiling, Island And Breakfast Bar. Master Bedroom Sliders Open To Lanai Allowing T...
Sub: PLANTATION VILLAGE OF SANIBEL
Dev: PLANTATION VILLAGE OF SANIBEL
999 E Gulf Dr, 312, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217060611
Extraordinary Opportunity To Own A Brand New Penthouse Unit In One Of The Few Luxury Condominium Complexes On Sanibel’s East End. Located Off East Gulf Dr. Is A Private Winding Paver Drive Lined With Palm Trees That Leads You To The Quaint And Private Direc...
Sub: WHITE PELICAN CONDO
Dev: WHITE PELICAN CONDO
651 E Gulf Dr, 133, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217066786
This Exquisite 3000+ Sf Penthouse Condo Is Located Directly On The Gulf Of Mexico With Dramatic Panoramic Views. In Addition To The Living Space Of Three Spacious Bedroom Suites Plus A Den And Three Baths, This Apartment Boasts A Private Rooftop Deck And A...
Sub: SANCTUARY AT WULFERT
Dev: THE SANCTUARY
5615 Baltusrol Ct, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217070273
An Architectural Masterpiece Which Elicits All That Is Refined Island Living, Resting On 2 Lots, Within The Islands' Premiere Location, The Sanctuary. Upon Approach You Are Greeted By An Exquisite Stone Drive Along With An Elaborate Slate Facade And Excepti...
Sub: SAND POINTE
Dev: SAND POINTE
N/A, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217071934
There Is Loads Of Light In This Recently Updated Sand Pointe End Unit. Two Extra Windows Are In This Two Bedroom, Two Bath Condo Which Adds Lots Of Light And The Kitchen Was Just Remodeled In January, 2019. New Granite Countertops, Cabinet Doors And Stainl...
Sub: SANCTUARY AT WULFERT
Dev: THE SANCTUARY
2689 Wulfert Rd, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217069241
The Sanctuary's Most Admired Villa With Wide Water Views, Supreme Privacy And Exceptional Appointments Throughout. Superbly Designed For Todays Lifestyle, You Will Find An Open Room Concept With Fully Pocketing Sliders That Vanish Revealing An Expansive Lan...
Sub: COTTAGE COLONY WEST CONDO
Dev: COTTAGE COLONY WEST CONDO
2255 W Gulf Dr, 101, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217072417
C.14368 - Easy Investment Opportunity! Gross Rentals For 2018 Were $90,389! Best Location Within The Casa Ybel Resort! Relaxing, Private And Quiet Corner Unit With Easy First Floor Living, Screened Porch, And Amazing Direct Gulf Views. Your Own Private ...
Sub: SANIBEL ESTATES
Dev: SANIBEL ESTATES
534 N Yachtsman Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217072687
Boater's Paradise! This East End Home Has A 70' Dock Very, Very Close To Sanibel Marina. Home Has 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths With Caged Pool And Spa. Recently Remodeled With New Ac System & Hot Water Heater, Deck Off Master Bedroom. Electric Storm Shutters For Sli...
Sub: BEACHVIEW COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES
Dev: BEACHVIEW COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES
1199 Par View Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217073462
1199 Par View Drive Offers The Perfect Location In Beachview Estates. This South Facing Home Enjoys Brilliant Water And Golf Course Views. Located Mere Steps To The Beach, Sanibel Island Golf Club, Beachview Tennis Club, And Malia Restaurant, This 3br Custo...
Sub: SUNSET SOUTH CONDO
Dev: SUNSET SOUTH CONDO
1341 Middle Gulf Dr, 1a, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217077353
Stunning! Bright And Open Completely Renovated Condo In Desirable Sunset South Condominium. This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Condo Has An Open Floor Plan With Lovely Plank Tile Flooring Throughout. The Kitchen Has Quartz Counters With Tile Back Splash. Stainl...
Sub: WHITECAPS SOUTH CONDO
Dev: WHITECAPS SOUTH CONDO
2907 W Gulf Dr, 5, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217077669
This One Bedroom, One Bath Condo Lives Like A Beach Cottage And Is Cute, Cute, Cute! Delightfully Decorated And Furnished, The Unit Has Been Updated With Tile Throughout, Impact Glass Windows With Plantation Shutters, Bead Board Walls And Custom Cabinetry. ...
Sub: BEACHVIEW COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES
Dev: BEACHVIEW COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES
772 Birdie View Pt, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218001177
Beautiful Custom Home In A Great Location In Beachview. Panoramic Water Views Of The Lake And Expansive Views Of The Golf Course. Surrounded By Lush Vegetation And Mature Fruit Trees. This 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Pool Home Offers Beautiful Appointments Throughou...
Sub: SHELL HARBOR
Dev: SHELL HARBOR
924 Pecten Ct, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217049598
Locations Like This Don’t Come On The Market Very Often And This Property Hasn’t Been Available For Nearly 25 Years. This Sprawling Ground-level, Four-bedroom, Four-bath Home Boasts Almost 3,000 Square Feet Of Living Area And Is Located At The Tip Of The Qu...
Sub: SANIBEL SHORES
Dev: SANIBEL SHORES
836 Donax St, D, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218003504
Sanibel Shores Opportunity. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Single Family Home Overlooks The Sanibel River And Allows For Weekly Rentals. The Living Room, Dining And Kitchen Combo Have French Door Access To The Screened Back Porch With Lush Vegetation And Lots Of ...
Sub: CALOOSA SHORES
Dev: CALOOSA SHORES
5240 Caloosa End Ln, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #216034520
Without A Doubt, Sanibels Best Canal Value! 2700 Sq. Ft. Of Well Maintained Three Bedroom (plus Den) Three Bath Pool Home. Located On A Wide Direct Access Canal. Large Boat Dock With 10,000 Lb. Boat Lift With Quick Access To Pine Island Sound. In A Perfe...
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Dev: METES AND BOUNDS
3767 W Gulf Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218013883
Majestic And Absolutely Stunning Beach Front Estate Located On Sanibel Island, Florida. This Mediterranean Influenced Gem Was Meticulously Built And Designed. Gorgeous Exterior And Interior Detail Finishes Compliment The Richness Of This Private Residence T...
Sub: SHELL HARBOR
Dev: SHELL HARBOR
735 Sand Dollar Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218014461
Charming & Colorful! This Home's Priority Is Fun! Sunny, Inviting & Upbeat. St. Cyr-designed Remodel. Spacious, Canal-front Residence Overlooks Large Pool And Dockage With Access To Bay And Gulf. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths. Volume Ceilings And Custom-finished, Cen...
Sub: TRADEWINDS
Dev: TRADEWINDS
4809 Tradewinds Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218013175
Where The Palm Trees Sway And The Gulf Water Glistens Sits This 3bed/3.5 Bath Beach House With Stunning Waterfront Views. Your Own Private “treehouse” Exudes Happiness And Joy With A Bounty Of Bright Windows And Light Coastal Decor Throughout. Gaze At The G...
Sub: METES AND BOUNDS
Dev: METES AND BOUNDS
6047 Sanibel Captiva Rd, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #217071822
Outstanding Clam Bayou Home With Gulf Views To Forever! This Friendly Sanibel Home Has An Inviting Wrap Around Porch And Upper Sun Deck To Take In The Views. Or, Take A Boat From Your Dock Across The Bayou To The Beach For Some Of The Best Shelling On The ...
Sub: SHELL HARBOR
Dev: SHELL HARBOR
784 Limpet Dr, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218020517
Completely Rebuilt In '07, All Elect., Plumb., Hvac,roof, Impact Windows And Pool/spa! Gorgeous 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath (2 Master Suites) Direct Access Canal Home. Flooring Is Clear, 3/4" Maple Wood Throughout. Bathrooms Stone And Tile Throughout With Walk-in ...
Sub: Mariner Pointe Condo
Dev: MARINER POINTE CONDO
760 Sextant Dr, 1052, Sanibel, FL
MLS® #218025821
Beautifully Updated, Nautical Theme 2/2 Condo Has The Feel Of Being On A Luxurious Yacht. The Bay Views Complete The Feel Of Standing On A Deck And Being Right On The Water. Unique Built-in Makes For Lots Of Storage Without Taking Up A Lot Of Space. Open Ki...
Sanibel Island Real Estate
There is no surprise when snowbirds and tourists decide to actually become residents of Sanibel Island. Some even open their own businesses here. People who love a laid back lifestyle will definitely find a perfect home on Sanibel Island. There are activities to enjoy for each member of the family. There is boating, great fishing, golfing, shelling, swimming and many more. There is no reason for you to wonder why people have started investing in their own Sanibel Island properties.
There is good weather all-year round, unlimited sunshine, soft white sandy beaches and clear azure waters. Is there anything you can ask for? Soon-to-be residents can choose from different homes including cottages, condominiums and single-family homes. The best part of it all is that residents can choose which type of view they want to have. How about you, do you prefer a waterfront view, gulf-front view or the beachfront view? On Sanibel Island, there is something for everyone.
Sanibel Island Beaches
The best part of Sanibel Island is undoubtedly its gorgeous beaches. There are five main beaches on Sanibel Island each offering their own unique characteristics and activities. There is Bowman’s Beach, a quiet and secluded beach that is perfect for strolling and relaxing. There are the Causeway Beaches, which is more popular for swimming, fishing and windsurfing. There is Algiers Beach where there is plenty of shade for setting up picnics. There is the Lighthouse Beach and Fishing Pier for fishing and exploring the native wetlands. There is Tarpon Bay beach where you can go swimming and sunbathing.
There are a few rules that you need to follow when going to the public Sanibel Island beaches. This is how the island keeps the beach clean and maintains the clear waters. If you have a pet, they can stay on the beach as long as they are leashed and that you clean up after them. From November to May, alcoholic beverages are not allowed. Open fires are not allowed too. If you are going shelling, taking live shells are not allowed.
Sanibel Island Shelling
On Sanibel Island, shelling is a popular activity due to the abundance of pastel colored seashells on the beach shores. In fact, Sanibel Island has an Annual Sanibel Fair and Show every March that showcases different shell art and collections. The shelling experience you will get on Sanibel Island is quite unique. This island is considered as one of the best shelling place on the entire planet. The shells here are world-renowned and it will be a waste if you do not get your hands on these colorful sea treasures. Both the young and adults will enjoy shelling just make sure you return any live shells that you collect. Have you heard of the Sanibel Stoop? It refers to the act of stooping over to collect seashells.
Sanibel Island Recreation
Sports and recreation are something that residents and tourists enjoy on Sanibel Island. You can go golfing, biking, kayaking, canoeing, boating and fishing. Sanibel Island has over 26 miles of biking trails. You can choose to visit the wildlife. Sanibel Island is home to around 50 types of reptiles, 32 types of mammals and 220 bird species. And yes, you will see adorable dolphins here too.
The fun is unlimited on Sanibel Island. Thanks to the perfect sub-tropical climate, everyone can enjoy the different activities available. The golf courses are scenic, the fishing spots are just terrific and the waterways are great for exploring the island. Seeing the blue herons and dolphins is icing on the cake. Every experience on Sanibel Island is memorable.
Sanibel Dining Restaurant
On Sanibel Island, you can easily end up with a grumbling tummy after a full day of activities and touring. Do not worry as the Sanibel Island restaurants will not disappoint. While on the island, make sure you stuff yourself with the freshest and most succulent seafood you can get your hands on. There also plenty of native delicacies and local cuisines you should give a try. There are casual restaurants and fine dining restaurants on the island if you are looking for a fancier dinner date.
Sanibel Island Historic Attractions
When visiting Sanibel Island, you should spend some time knowing more about the history of the place. This should give you more appreciation of the island’s beauty and culture. Take time to visit the shell mounts that the Indians built. Also, visit the 1884 Sanibel Lighthouse.
Sanibel Island Accommodations
The island is buzzing with tourists throughout the year so you need not worry about accommodations. You can choose from luxurious beach resorts, inns, hotels, cottages, condominiums and campgrounds. These accommodations will offer you a comfortable stay on the island.
Sanibel Island is definitely one of a kind. Every experience here will be memorable but why keep the experience in your memory if you can live it every day? Invest in a vacation home on Sanibel Island so you have the freedom to go and leave the place anytime you please. If you do not plan to stay for long, have the property rented for extra income. At least, you will always have a home to stay in whenever you feel like visiting the beautiful Sanibel Island.
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