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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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4131.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Periwinkle Way
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)
    ‪31 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

Our condo is fully recovered from the hurricanes of 2022 and 2024. 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 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 and internet for streaming, stereo with MP3 connection, WiFi , and a small library of cookbooks and books on local activities and the flora and fauna of Sanibel. There are additional 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 recent hurricanes: The island has largely returned to its former self, despite the storms of 2022 and 2024: the beaches are open and beautiful, and most shops and restaurants have reopened. Our unit is on the 4th floor and suffered little direct damage from any of the hurricanes, though some drywall was replaced and we have completely repainted the interior and have installed new window treatments throughout. The pool and deck area, laundry, the elevator and parking areas, the deck overlooking the river are fully functional. Please contact us with any questions.

Property manager

Tom or Carolyn Church

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc Fords Rum Bar And - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Beach, Great Rates, Stylish Interior--Sandpebble4B have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

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?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Island Golf Club. Gulfside City Park and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on Sanibel!

We enjoyed our stay here. The condo is well appointed and we didn't lack for anything. The check-in was very easy and we loved being so close to the expansive beach. If you like shell-picking, this is a great spot for it. The beds are comfortable and the lanai is an added plus. Parking is very convenient and we appreciated the elevator to the 4th floor. All together an excellent stay on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandpebble - Sanibel

Perfect for our needs. We were visiting our parents and wanted to stay near-by. The condo was generously sized for Sanibel (we've been coming here for decades), with a great kitchen and comfortable common space. Perhaps the only drawback was that it is not on the beach side of Middle Gulf Drive. For us, that wasn't an issue as we spent most of our time with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 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.

8/10 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.

10/10 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.

10/10 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.

10/10 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)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great stay, Gracious owners, we'll be back

First time locating a property on line and it was the BEST experience I have ever had. From the first contact w/Tom to the day of arrival-everything was smooth as silk. This was the best week in Florida we have ever had. (Did I mention that we lived in Ft. Walton Beach for 5 years??). The property has all the personal touches that a guest would need. Beach chairs, beach towels, cooler for the beach, great beds, wonderfully appointed kitchen and a notebook of all the local tips. Books, games, WIFI, and a beach to be marveled at. Cool off in the pool and watch all the wildlife off the back of the property. Wonderful scenery, central location, easy access to all the local sites, and a quiet condo complex was just the answer for us. We will be back......
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful interior, short walk to beach

Our family of 4 has been on several vacations to Sanibel, but this is the 1st time staying at Sandpebble. As other reviewers have said, the condo is beautifully furnished and has everything you'll need. The view over the golf course out the back balcony was my favorite, very quiet and serene. The only drawback is that it is is on Middle Gulf drive which is a very busy road during the day, with a steady stream of traffic all day. The small screen porch on the golf course was great for cross breezes. It was in the 80's and we never used air con, since the breeze kept the condo cool.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., London, UK

Perfect!

I wish I could write a bad review about this apartment, then I can be confident that it will be available whenever we want to go back! It doesn't feel like a rental - it is more like you are staying at a friend's apartment. We loved the layout - there were 3 adults and 2 teenagers and we had plenty of room. The kitchen is very well equipped. We especially loved all the art work on the walls. The boys were often on their own in the pool or shared it with one other family. Sanibel was lovely although extremely hot at this time of the year. We had to walk for about 3 minutes to get to the beach, and on the last day we were rewarded by 2 dolphins joining us as we were in the sea. I cannot recommend this apartment highly enough! Thank you - we will definitely come and stay again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Much better than expected!

The owner's were kind enough to work with our schedule. When we arrived, we were pleasantly surprised by the beauty of the grounds. This is a somewhat small condo complex and it seemed not many people were there this time of year. We had the pool to ourselves most days. Upon arriving inside the condo, we found it nicely appointed and roomy. We were a bit concerned by the size quoted on the website, as there were six in our party. We had 3 teenage boys, but the sofa folded into a queen bed. The layout of the place made it work for us. The kitchen had very nice appliances (something you would have in your own home not a rental), the dishes and glassware were also very nice too. The master bath was also updated and quite lovely. There is a laundry downstairs right off the eleveator. Our overall trip was excellent. We loved Sanibel. All agreed, we would definiitely come back and stay in this condo again. The management company was also fantastic to work with as well. They were a wealth of information if we needed anything.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., St Catharines, ON Canada

Sanibel getaway week for two Canadians!

We so enjoyed our vacation in Sanibel late November! The condo was so warm, lovely and comfortable. Although this was to be mainly a relaxing break for us, we rented bicycles and cycled the island, visited three different beaches, shopped at the market on Sunday morning, dined out every evening. Weather was perfect - we did not want to leave :) Thank you Carolyn and Tom!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great stay at Sanibel

Had a great stay loved the condo and the view of the river and golf course.We had plenty of room and was very comfortable.This was one of the best deals I've had on a rental.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A Gret R&R from Maine's Long Winter!

This was our 2nd trip to Sandpebble on Sanibel; great condos, plenty of room, nicely decorated - a beautiful area. A walk across the street to the beach, with a quiet, clean private pool area as well. Lots to do on Sanibel and plenty of mainland spots to explore. Highly recommended for those who love walking, biking, photography, and seeing Mother Nature up close.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine T., West Bend, WI USA

Wonderful Memories Made in Sanibel

We just arrived home from a wonderful vacation in Sanibel. The condo was much bigger than we anticipated. It afforded privacy for two couples - each having their own bath. We liked the fact the condo was in a smaller complex. The view of the canal was great - we saw a lot of wildlife. The pool was warm and clean. The condo is well equipped and beautifully decorated -we loved the owners' little touches. The beds were comfy and the condo was quiet. The beach is a short walk away and the wi-fi works well. The condo was on the 4th floor but, there is an elevator and, carts to use to bring up your luggage/groceries. If we return to Sanibel, we would definitely rent from these gracious owners again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily S., Washington DC

Great location, comfortably and thoughtfully decorated

We have stayed at this property on a number of occasions with our children and it is a perfect family vacation spot. The condo is an easy walk across the street from the beach, and the pool is protected and warm and great for kids. The other Sanibel beaches and restaurants and a fabulous playground are any easy bike ride away (we've had no problem locking up our bikes in the parking lot, where there is a designated space for bikes). The interior of the condo is thoughtfully decorated and the kitchen is well stocked.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation hideaway!

We have stayed at this apartment at Sandpebble twice and loved it both times! The two bedroom, two bath layout is simple and compact, but very tastefully decorated and up-graded in all the right places - a "cut above" the standard rental condo in Sanibel. The master bath was re-done this year in elegant style and the kitchen is well-stocked for the active cook. The "lanai" porch is lovely and we wound up sitting out there for breakfast and supper most days (weather permitting). Perfect for two couples or a small family, the beach is a only a short walk and all of Sanibel's charming attractions are close at hand. In addition to the fantastic beaches for swimming, walking and shell-gathering, "must-do's" include the Ding Darling wildlife reservation, the Saturday farmers' market, and riding the extensive bike paths. The owners have provided a very complete guide to the area and there's lots to do and see very nearby. We highly recommend this condo and will definitely return for another stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay

The condo was well appointed and flexible in layout. (The second bedroom with twin beds and its own bath was great for kids.) The kitchen had what we needed to easily prepare meals and the screened porch was a nice option for an outdoor meal. The location too was nice. A couple of minute walk to the beach or a short bike ride to shops. What we especially liked was that the building itself is small and quiet. It doesn't feel commercial. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to others and, in fact, have.

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.

Languages:

English, French