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SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach.

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A swimming pool with a view of palm trees and a sunset.
A stone fountain with water spouting from multiple levels, surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers.
A building with a beige facade and a metal roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with sculptures and tropical plants.
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a rocking chair, a ceiling fan, and a view of a balcony with a tropical mural.
A group of people seated around a table with food and drinks, overlooking a pool and greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, Dunes Golf and Tennis Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Periwinkle Way
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪48 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
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Sanibel

Located in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Sanibel, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bowman's Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Travelling with kids? Consider Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and BIG Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Map
Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dunes Golf and Tennis Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Causeway Islands Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach. have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach.?

As of 29 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach. on 1 December 2026 start from NZ$3,939, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SANIBEL SUN CASTLE Splendid home, heated pool, great location, bike to beach. located?

This family-friendly Sanibel holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bailey's Beach, Periwinkle Way and Dunes Golf and Tennis Club. Sanibel Island Southern Beach is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for out needs. Close to beach, secluded pool/back yard. Beds/Baths we super clean, and the golf courses we played on Sanibel. The owner is so friendly and accommodating and just pleasant to deal with. When we need a place on Sanibel again this is the only one I need to look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had an amazing stay here! The house was perfect and had everything we needed. It was in a perfect location and lovely neighborhood. The host was so kind, helpful and responsive. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
No other comment
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time there! The house was perfect for our family. The pool was great! Everything was very clean! Highly recommended! We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2026
Thanks. Angela. for your 10/10 rating and nice review. Glad that you found the house to be "perfect* for your family and that you enjoyed yiur stay. We certainly enjoyed hosting you. Hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the pool and screened in porch! This home is in a fantastic quiet neighborhood. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 April 2026
Thanks, Brynn, for your kind words. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host you. Thanks for taking good care of our property. Please keep us in mind next time you plan a Florida vacation. We hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property. The pool was perfect and was close to the beach. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2026
Thanks, Matt, for your great review and 10/10 ranking. You were great guests. Thanks for giving us the chance to host you. Stay in touch and come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming and very attentive to our schedule. Highly recommended, would be pleased to stay there again. Beautiful home, delightful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2026
Thanks, Stan, for your 10/10 ranking and for taking the time to write such a nice review. My wife and I are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay. You were great guests. We hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very nice property right on a golf course. Comfortable, quiet, nicely decorated. Would love to live there! A short weekend jaunt, could have definitely stayed much longer.Host is phenomenal about communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2026
Hello Carlton, Thank you for your kind review and 10/10 ranking. So glad that you enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure to host you and to communicate with you. I greatly appreciate that you took such good care of the house. I hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks Ralph enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

Close to beach and golf was great
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was lovely, if I had to choose a favorite part, it would be the pool. We had a couple of chillier days, but the pool temperature was very warm, and the backyard seemed protected from the wind. It was a great spot to sit and read. We used the grill twice and there was an abundance of kitchen items for cooking. It was a very easy bike ride to the beach. Ralph was a great host! We would definitely stay again if we are back in Sanibel.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2026
Thank you so much, Heather, for your kind words and wonderful review. I am so glad that you and your family were able to enjoy the pool even on days that were chillier than normal. We installed a really powerful pool heater that is able to maintain pool temperature at 88 degrees or warmer even on cold days. It was a good investment. You were wonderful guests and left the house in excellent condition. Thanks for taking such good care of the property. Hope you had a nice journey home and that you come back soon. Ralph
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have asked for a better place for a chill vacation. The house had everything you could need. The only thing we had to buy was food/drink. Beautiful pool, rockin A/C for the hot days, owners who truly care about their house and visit frequently. You can tell because it felt like home. They checked in multiple times just to make sure everything was good. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2026
Thank you, Kristine, for your 10/10 ranking and great review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! You were wonderful guests and hope you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation on Sanibel

We really enjoyed our stay. Great home and great property manager. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Thank you so much, William, for your kind words and 5-star ranking. So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. You were great guests. We hope you come back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Sanibel Sun Castle

Great location. Nice porch and pool area. Enjoyed our 5 days in Sanibel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The dolphin house

We had a beautiful stay at the dolphin house. I would love to come again to this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2025
Thanks, Elizabeth, for your 5-star rating and kind review. I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay! You and your family were wonderful guests. The dolphins in the front yard fountain are eager to welcome you back. Stay in touch.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for families.

Great location close to restaurants, activities and shopping. We loved the heated pool and grilling out. Very comfortable home .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just great!

Rooms/kitchen were great! House worked great for 4 people Loved pool area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2025
David and his family were outstanding guests. It was a pleasure to host them and I hope they come back soon. David was always courteous in his communications and truly cared for the property. They left the house in excellent condition. Five star guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. House was clean on arrival and well stocked with household items. Property was convenient to everything including the beach. The pool was great with clean warm sparkling water. Ralph was a wonderful host and easy to reach during our stay. The views of the golf course were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A view of Florida

Very clean, the owner was available anytime we needed anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing in Island tkme

Ralph was amazing the owner and everything was communicated very well I would definitely come back here again. Met all of my expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Time

Staying at Ralph's place was a great. The property was great - clean, organized and very accommodating. Ralph was also very helpful and easily available to get in touch with. Our family had a wonderful time and would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thanks so much, Mark, for your 5-star ranking and wonderful review. So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. You were great guests. I hope you come back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Family Vacation Ever

We brought our children and grandchildren down to Sanibel for a much anticipated family vacation. The property and the owner could not have been any better! The house was even better than advertised, and the owner was beyond attentive and kind. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2022
So nice of you, Ramona, to take the time to write such a wonderful review. We are so glad the the house exceeded your expectations and that you and your family enjoyed your stay in Samibel Island. Thanks, too, for the five-star ranking. You and your family were wonderful guests. It was a pleasure to host you. Hope you come back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A residential stay on Sanibel Island

As the island continues to recover and rebuild from Hurricane Ian, this property suited our vacation accommodation needs. Ralph's communication prior to, during, and after our stay was top-notch. The pool provided an excellent alternative to the beach on hot days, and it was nice to relax and dine on the screened-in porch.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review our propery. You were excellent guests. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Getaway

Our family of 7 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Sanibel Sand Castle. The house was spacious, never feeling crowded, and had everything we could have needed. Our host Ralph was only a phone call away and was super helpful with any questions we had. The backyard with the pool was our absolute favorite! Can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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