OCT 2024 HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE - - Thankfully no damage and the property is available. Please come visit us! This unique, near-beach home is located in the desirable Gulf Pines neighborhood. This neighborhood and home is surrounded by nature, just a 5 minute walk to a beautiful stretch of private beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Just six houses away, you'll find the path leading directly to the beach, far from condos and miles from public beach access.
This beach house has been completely renovated and updated in 2023. It has all NEW flooring, kitchen cabinets, appliances, furniture, main level bathroom, lighting, mattresses and bedding.
Soaring cathedral ceilings and a full wall of windows bring the tropical beauty of Sanibel right into your living room. The spacious living room features new flooring and new furniture, and large HDR Smart TV. Brand NEW expansive screened porch accessible from the living room and dining room is a great private space to dine, or just relax and enjoy the tropical views and peaceful retreat of the backyard.
Also on the first floor is a NEW fully equipped kitchen, dining room, two bedrooms, laundry room with new washer and dryer, and full bathroom. One main level bedroom has 1 king size bed; the other has 2 full/queen size beds with new mattresses and bedding. The dining room and west bedroom have huge windows that provide beautiful views of the garden.
Upstairs is accessible via a spiral staircase to the bright and airy private master bedroom, master bathroom, and spacious sundeck to relax and enjoy the treetop views. The Master bedroom features new flooring, King size bed, new mattresses and bedding. An entire wall of windows in the master bedroom allows you to wake up to tropical views and the sound of the ocean and the birds. It's magical.
The Gulf Pines neighborhood offers private beach access, 2 heated swimming pools, and 2 tennis courts. The beach access, large swimming pool, and tennis courts are just a short 2 minute walk from the house. The neighborhood is lushly landscaped with quiet roads and trails to explore. You'll truly feel like you've escaped to your own private island.
Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms -- 2 King beds, 2 Full/Queen beds (sleeps 8), 2 Smart TVs, free WIFI, front porch, large enclosed lanai, sundeck, fully equipped kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, washer & dryer, BBQ grill, and 2-car garage. Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, beach towels, beach cart, coolers, umbrellas, 2 bicycles, and 2 kayaks with paddles and life vests are provided for added convenience.
Sanibel Island features 22 miles of paved biking and pedestrian trails. Access to hop on this trail system is just a short 4 minute bike ride from the house. J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge is just 2 miles away with a 4.3 mile Wildlife Trail to walk, bike, or drive. There are also miles of kayaking and canoe trails accessible from here. The refuge is part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystem in the United States. It is world famous for its spectacular migratory bird populations.
Sanibel is an amazing sub tropical barrier island, like no other beach town you will ever find. With beautiful white sand beaches loaded with seashells, free from high rise buildings, and embracing its natural beauty, we hope you fall in love with Sanibel the way we have. Cheers to your next island adventure! We look forward to seeing you soon!
Please note: This Single Family Home requires a 28 day minimum rental period per the City of Sanibel. This unit is non-smoking with a maximum occupancy of 8 people.
City of Sanibel Rental License No. 20-00020667
