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9.8 out of 10
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3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 8 148.6 sq m
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Sanibel, FL
- Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center17 min walk
- Periwinkle Way3 min drive
- Sanibel Island Lighthouse10 min drive
- Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
SANIBEL SUN CASTLE - Splendid home, great location, heated pool, bike to beach
SANIBEL RENTAL DWELLING LICENSE
License Year: 2025
License Expiration: December 31, 2025
License Number: RDWL-007794
License Type: Rental Dwellings (DRL)
License Classification: Rental Dwelling Unlimited (In Resort for District)
When looking to rent Sanibel homes, please make sure the property you book has a City of Sanibel Rental Dwelling License ("RDL") that allows bookings for less than 28 days. Code enforcement is very strict about this. The City of Sanibel requires the RDL for each property to be included in the rental platforms' listing site. Our property is one of the few homes in Sanibel with an RDL that allows rentals for less than 28 days. We were grandfathered in since our rental license was acquired prior to the time the city imposed the 28-day minimum requirement.
3 bedrooms / 2 baths spacious single-family house with private heated swimming pool and sun deck surrounded by tropical gardens. An oasis of beauty and serenity just a 10-minute bike ride from Sanibel's best beaches, shops and restaurants.
The house offers magnificent views overlooking the lakes and greens of The Dunes, an 18-hole championship golf course and tennis club, considered to be the best in southwest Florida.
15' x 30' heated swimming pool and sun deck surrounded by tropical gardens.
Aquacal pool heater maintains water temperature at 88 degrees year round.
Plenty of comfortable patio furniture and top-brand lounges.
Numerous and spacious sitting areas - indoors and outdoors.
The soothing sound of waters falling from the large patio fountain fills the pool and patio areas.
The house enjoys a great location within a 5-minute drive to Sanibel's best beaches, shops and restaurants.
The "Sun Castle" is one of only a handful of homes in Sanibel that can be rented for less than 28 days. Our rental license predates the 28-day minimum rental restrictions for most homes adopted in the 1980's. As such, we were grandfathered in and allowed to offer short-term rentals. Given this special privilege, we take extra care to make sure our rental activity does not interfere with our neighbors' right to the peaceful enjoyment of their property. We strictly limit the number of occupants to a maximum of eight persons and limit the number of cars than can park in the property to two. Ours is not a party house. Only registered guests can use the pool area. We are also ask guests to keep the volume of music and other sounds low so as not to be heard by neighbors. The result has been a wonderful relationship with our guests and neighbors. Not a single complaint in all these years! And an almost perfect 5.0 rating in guests' reviews.
We do not accept pets except in cases of legal compliance.
The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club is open to the public. Fees apply. Golf and tennis lessons offered, pro shop and fine restaurant on clubhouse.
Country-club living in quiet & peaceful community located near Sanibel's best beaches, shops and restaurants.
The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club::
Enjoy the sounds of silence and the sights of nature! The house offers a magnificent view overlooking greens and lakes of The Dunes golf course which is sanctioned as a wildlife habitat by the Audubon Society.
The Dunes is a clean, quiet and beautiful neighborhood located near entrance to island. Avoid island traffic! House is a 10-minute bike ride away from best beaches, shops and restaurants.
Magnificent view overlooking greens and lakes of The Dunes golf course.
The house is professionally furnished and decorated - island style.
Outdoor shower with hot / cold water adjacent to pool deck. Shower in the garden!
1.2 miles to Gulf Beach (10-minute bike ride) ; .8 mile to Bay Beach (10-minute walk)
Large back yard with beautiful fountain & tropical gardens
Home Theatre - 77 inch Sony 4K - 3D - ULTRA HD LED TV. SONOS surround sound. Amazing home theatre experience!
Samsung 4K 3-D Blue Ray player.
NETFLIX - Over 20,000 film titles available at the flick of a button - free of charge!
Free Comcast high-speed internet & high definition cable TV.
Bar B Q grill on pool deck.
Two outdoor pool-side fire pits: 1) wood-burning fire pit and 2) propane fire pit.
LARGE COVERED SCREENED PORCH OVERLOOKING POOL, GARDENS AND GOLF COURSE- Large screened covered porch with dining table, ceiling fans and sitting area offers magnificent views overlooking the pool and the lakes and greens of The Dunes golf course. Summer sunsets are spectacular.
POOLSIDE COVERED PORCH - Large open (non-screened) porch adjacent to pool deck features dining table, sitting area, propane fire pit and ceiling fans.
Bose sound system in porch. Ideal for enjoyment of classical music while contemplating the sunset and other wonders of nature from your porch. Note: House is located in "quiet nature zone". No loud sounds or music are permitted in pool deck or other outdoor areas.
Top-of-line Beautyrest mattresses, goose down pillows and comforters, linens and towels.
Brand-new kitchen cabinets and appliances.
Circular driveway, ground-level covered entry.
Central Air Conditioning and Heating - Ceiling fans in all rooms and porches.
MASTER BEDROOM - King bed with luxury Simmons Beautyrest mattress, down pillows and down comforter. Room sleeps 2 adults.
GUEST ROOM # 1: Two (2) queen beds with very comfortable Sertapedic mattresses and down pillows and comforters. Room sleeps 4 adults
GUEST ROOM # 2 - One (1) king bed with very luxury mattress and down comforters. Room sleeps 2 adults. The king bed is composed of two joined extra-long twin beds, each in its separate frame. This gives the flexibility of separating the beds and having two separate twin extra long beds. Beautiful floral-print Tommy Bahama comforter and sheets.
BABY READY - We provide a baby high chair, pack & play station and two railings for bed.
Washer and Dryer.
Large linen closet with full line of top-quality linens and towels.
The house is located on Sand Castle Road - a beautiful circular 3-mile "loop" around the golf course with 20 mph speed limit - ideal for walking, jogging, bicycling or roller-blading.
Complete amenities - exceptionally well-stocked rental property.
Beautiful landscaped gardens full of flowers and tropical fruits. Coconut palms surrounding pool were imported from Tahiti in the South Pacific. Nothing more refreshing than drinking water from Tahitian coconuts!
Professional House Cleaning - Prior to the arrival of each guest, the house is thoroughly cleaned and serviced by professional cleaners. They will place a certificate of service at the door stating that the house has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. It is our way of assuring our guests that they will always find a clean property that meets their highest standards.
House completely renovated in 2016! New master bath, new kitchen, new wood laminate floors throughout the house. Pool was refinished and new landscape installed after Hurricane Ian in 2022. The house did not suffer major structural damage from hurricane.
This is one of Sanibel's finest rental properties. Go First Class in Paradise!!!
License Year: 2025
License Expiration: December 31, 2025
License Number: RDWL-007794
License Type: Rental Dwellings (DRL)
License Classification: Rental Dwelling Unlimited (In Resort for District)
When looking to rent Sanibel homes, please make sure the property you book has a City of Sanibel Rental Dwelling License ("RDL") that allows bookings for less than 28 days. Code enforcement is very strict about this. The City of Sanibel requires the RDL for each property to be included in the rental platforms' listing site. Our property is one of the few homes in Sanibel with an RDL that allows rentals for less than 28 days. We were grandfathered in since our rental license was acquired prior to the time the city imposed the 28-day minimum requirement.
3 bedrooms / 2 baths spacious single-family house with private heated swimming pool and sun deck surrounded by tropical gardens. An oasis of beauty and serenity just a 10-minute bike ride from Sanibel's best beaches, shops and restaurants.
The house offers magnificent views overlooking the lakes and greens of The Dunes, an 18-hole championship golf course and tennis club, considered to be the best in southwest Florida.
15' x 30' heated swimming pool and sun deck surrounded by tropical gardens.
Aquacal pool heater maintains water temperature at 88 degrees year round.
Plenty of comfortable patio furniture and top-brand lounges.
Numerous and spacious sitting areas - indoors and outdoors.
The soothing sound of waters falling from the large patio fountain fills the pool and patio areas.
The house enjoys a great location within a 5-minute drive to Sanibel's best beaches, shops and restaurants.
The "Sun Castle" is one of only a handful of homes in Sanibel that can be rented for less than 28 days. Our rental license predates the 28-day minimum rental restrictions for most homes adopted in the 1980's. As such, we were grandfathered in and allowed to offer short-term rentals. Given this special privilege, we take extra care to make sure our rental activity does not interfere with our neighbors' right to the peaceful enjoyment of their property. We strictly limit the number of occupants to a maximum of eight persons and limit the number of cars than can park in the property to two. Ours is not a party house. Only registered guests can use the pool area. We are also ask guests to keep the volume of music and other sounds low so as not to be heard by neighbors. The result has been a wonderful relationship with our guests and neighbors. Not a single complaint in all these years! And an almost perfect 5.0 rating in guests' reviews.
We do not accept pets except in cases of legal compliance.
The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club is open to the public. Fees apply. Golf and tennis lessons offered, pro shop and fine restaurant on clubhouse.
Country-club living in quiet & peaceful community located near Sanibel's best beaches, shops and restaurants.
The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club::
Enjoy the sounds of silence and the sights of nature! The house offers a magnificent view overlooking greens and lakes of The Dunes golf course which is sanctioned as a wildlife habitat by the Audubon Society.
The Dunes is a clean, quiet and beautiful neighborhood located near entrance to island. Avoid island traffic! House is a 10-minute bike ride away from best beaches, shops and restaurants.
Magnificent view overlooking greens and lakes of The Dunes golf course.
The house is professionally furnished and decorated - island style.
Outdoor shower with hot / cold water adjacent to pool deck. Shower in the garden!
1.2 miles to Gulf Beach (10-minute bike ride) ; .8 mile to Bay Beach (10-minute walk)
Large back yard with beautiful fountain & tropical gardens
Home Theatre - 77 inch Sony 4K - 3D - ULTRA HD LED TV. SONOS surround sound. Amazing home theatre experience!
Samsung 4K 3-D Blue Ray player.
NETFLIX - Over 20,000 film titles available at the flick of a button - free of charge!
Free Comcast high-speed internet & high definition cable TV.
Bar B Q grill on pool deck.
Two outdoor pool-side fire pits: 1) wood-burning fire pit and 2) propane fire pit.
LARGE COVERED SCREENED PORCH OVERLOOKING POOL, GARDENS AND GOLF COURSE- Large screened covered porch with dining table, ceiling fans and sitting area offers magnificent views overlooking the pool and the lakes and greens of The Dunes golf course. Summer sunsets are spectacular.
POOLSIDE COVERED PORCH - Large open (non-screened) porch adjacent to pool deck features dining table, sitting area, propane fire pit and ceiling fans.
Bose sound system in porch. Ideal for enjoyment of classical music while contemplating the sunset and other wonders of nature from your porch. Note: House is located in "quiet nature zone". No loud sounds or music are permitted in pool deck or other outdoor areas.
Top-of-line Beautyrest mattresses, goose down pillows and comforters, linens and towels.
Brand-new kitchen cabinets and appliances.
Circular driveway, ground-level covered entry.
Central Air Conditioning and Heating - Ceiling fans in all rooms and porches.
MASTER BEDROOM - King bed with luxury Simmons Beautyrest mattress, down pillows and down comforter. Room sleeps 2 adults.
GUEST ROOM # 1: Two (2) queen beds with very comfortable Sertapedic mattresses and down pillows and comforters. Room sleeps 4 adults
GUEST ROOM # 2 - One (1) king bed with very luxury mattress and down comforters. Room sleeps 2 adults. The king bed is composed of two joined extra-long twin beds, each in its separate frame. This gives the flexibility of separating the beds and having two separate twin extra long beds. Beautiful floral-print Tommy Bahama comforter and sheets.
BABY READY - We provide a baby high chair, pack & play station and two railings for bed.
Washer and Dryer.
Large linen closet with full line of top-quality linens and towels.
The house is located on Sand Castle Road - a beautiful circular 3-mile "loop" around the golf course with 20 mph speed limit - ideal for walking, jogging, bicycling or roller-blading.
Complete amenities - exceptionally well-stocked rental property.
Beautiful landscaped gardens full of flowers and tropical fruits. Coconut palms surrounding pool were imported from Tahiti in the South Pacific. Nothing more refreshing than drinking water from Tahitian coconuts!
Professional House Cleaning - Prior to the arrival of each guest, the house is thoroughly cleaned and serviced by professional cleaners. They will place a certificate of service at the door stating that the house has been thoroughly cleaned and inspected. It is our way of assuring our guests that they will always find a clean property that meets their highest standards.
House completely renovated in 2016! New master bath, new kitchen, new wood laminate floors throughout the house. Pool was refinished and new landscape installed after Hurricane Ian in 2022. The house did not suffer major structural damage from hurricane.
This is one of Sanibel's finest rental properties. Go First Class in Paradise!!!
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 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
No smoking inside house.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number RDWL-007794
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sanibel
Located in The Dunes, a neighbourhood in Sanibel, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Periwinkle Way and Santini Marina Shopping Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at FastTrax Fort Myers. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sanibel, FL
What's nearby
- Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Periwinkle Way - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
- Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
- Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 4.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Turtles Tiki Bar - 11 min drive
- MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - 9 min drive
- Cheeburger Cheeburger - 11 min drive
- Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - 9 min drive
- Cielo Restaurant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Ralph A. Penalver

I first heard of Sanibel while on a visit to Tahiti in French Polynesia in 1976. There I casually met a couple who were making their way around the world on a sailboat. When I said I lived in Florida, they said, "The closest thing to Tahiti in the continental United States is Sanibel Island in Florida." The first thing I did when I returned from my trip was to check out Sanibel. It was love at first sight. I decided to buy a place in Sanibel as a second home and searched all over the island for a location that offered me beauty, peace and tranquility - and close contact with nature. I searched and searched until I found a spec house under construction overlooking the lakes and greens of The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club. The view from the house was magnificent and there was wildlife everywhere. The Dunes is adjacent to Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and many of the birds come to swim and feed in the lakes of the golf course. The moment I saw the property, I knew I had found my place. It was private and quiet - yet centrally located with Sanibel's best shops and restaurants less than five minutes away. I had a professional 18-hole golf course with beautiful greens and lakes in my backyard. The gulf and bay beaches are just a short bike ride away. So are the groceries, shops and some of Sanibel's best restaurants. Bill Frey one of Sanibel's most renowned builders and architects, designed and built the house. He called it the Sand Castle. It has truly been a castle of joy and wonderful memories for my family and for the many renters with whom we have shared this island paradise.
You will marvel at the magnificent view overlooking the lakes and greens of The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and the beauty of the pool area and tropical gardens. We hope that you will love our vacation house as much as we do. Thanks for taking our home into consideration for your Sanibel Island vacation.
You will marvel at the magnificent view overlooking the lakes and greens of The Dunes Golf and Tennis Club and the beauty of the pool area and tropical gardens. We hope that you will love our vacation house as much as we do. Thanks for taking our home into consideration for your Sanibel Island vacation.
Why they chose this property
The Sand Castle is not your typical rental property. We love our Sanibel home and have devoted much time and effort over the past 30 years to make it a truly unique property. As such, we have furnished and equipped our Sanibel house for maximum comfort. We have been fortunate to have good renters over the years - persons who appreciate our house and cared for it as if it was their own. Some have been coming back every year for the past two decades. This year we completely renovated the house, installing new floors, bathrooms and kitchen while maintaining the warmth and happy feeling that brought us so many wonderful memories over the years. We take special pride in the garden and landscaping of our Sanibel home. We have planted every tree on the house with the idea of creating a tropical paradise. Guests to our Sanibel house are welcomed to take home with them a small potted "Tahiti coconut palms". These are the "offspring" of the Tahitian coconut palms we brought from our trip to Tahiti and the South Pacific. Take home a Tahitian coconut palm from our yard and plant it in your yard. The Tahitian coconut palm will be a souvenir of your Sanibel vacation and bring back fond memories of your stay at our Sand Castle.
What makes this property unique
The Sand Castle is beautifully-designed will be specially appreciated by people who enjoy a home with a "happy feeling" - beautifully designed and decorated in simple, yet elegant, island style with all the comforts you would expect in a luxury house. The yard and pool area are magnificent. It offers a private heated swimming pool and a secluded sun deck surrounded by tropical gardens.
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