[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Sanibel Island Southern Beach ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101250100/101250062/942ab1f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101250100/101250062/84bb3dc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101250100/101250062/b233ea8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101250100/101250062/3a694d72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101250100/101250062/4a825afa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located on Sanibel's desirable East End, Pirates Retreat offers a spacious 2-bedroom cottage with a King bed in the master bedroom and access to an attached lockout suite. Enjoy beach activities, swimming, shelling within walking distance or explore the 30 miles of bike paths using complimentary adult bikes and beach equipment. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel Summary: This upgraded and spacious 2 BR / 2 BA cottage boasts over 750 sq ft of optimized island space and features a King bed in the master bedroom, a sleeper sofa in the living room, a full bathroom and a comprehensive kitchen as well as access to the attached lockout suite with a Queen bed, a full bath and a kitchenette. Walk or bike to enjoy swimming, shelling, dining and shopping. Complimentary adult bikes and beach equipment are provided to explore the 30 miles of bike paths running right by the cottage, or to enjoy a day at the beach full of fun under the sun. The Space: Pirates Retreat is one of 6 cottages within the historic PalmView of Sanibel, each one beautifully appointed with a distinct theme. Pirates Retreat combines the one bedroom Pirates Cove unit with the adjacent lockout suite, providing guests with a larger two bedroom experience. The PalmView offers charming fully equipped cottages within walking distance to Sanibel’s famous shelling beaches and the Gulf of Mexico We are pet friendly for up to two dogs up to 50lbs each. If you will be traveling with pets, please notify us after confirming your booking so that we can update your reservation accordingly. Per pet fee of $75 will apply. Guest Access: Guests enjoy free access to our Gigabit mesh internet service, bikes, beach gear, grill and cooking area as well as a communal laundry room. One parking space per unit. The Neighborhood: The cottage is situated on the desirable East End of Sanibel, which is equidistant to almost every sought after beach on Sanibel. You will be near restaurants, shopping, and activity, while still far enough removed to be reminded that you are on vacation. This location is also advantageous in that it provides quick on and off access to the causeway, as to allow guests a quick commute into and from Fort Myers without having to contest with seasonal traffic. Getting Around: We recommend bikes or a golf cart to get around. Other Things to Note: Guests must complete rental agreement prior to their stay. A non-refundable cancellation fee of $100 will apply for reservations cancelled prior to the cancellation policy window. This fee covers our credit card processing fees on a refunded deposit payment. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 750 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19210000/19208700/19208622/8e458cdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandals and Flip Flops, #301 Mid Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 34 reviews CA $476 CA $854 total includes taxes & fees Oct 18 - Oct 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=19208622&PinnedHotelID=19208622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54410000/54406400/54406349/74e43c57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Owner fresh design and new furnishings throughout! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 6529a5df11d8fb0031de4fe3 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.43826%2C-82.04580&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cLP1oY7Na_Fqd54F1yUas-7oBq0=) Sanibel, FL #### What's nearby - Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Periwinkle Way - 11 min walk - 0.9 km - Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.3 km #### Getting around - Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 38 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬2 min drive - ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬16 min walk - ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Marketplace At Sundial - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel located? > Located in Mid Island, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach, Periwinkle Way, and Sanibel Island Golf Club. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pirates Retreat Cottage at Palmview Inn of Sanibel Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### JANE M. Sep 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### SANIBEL RETREAT WEEKEND clean and comfortable....beachy feel to "cabin" ...unfortunately came away with excessive itching from the beach time no-see-um bites but we can survive that ##### JANE M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ilene E. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean, spacious, great location This was a very comfortable rental for our stay in Sanibel. It gave us the room my family needed plus it was a very short walk to the beach. The management was very responsive to my messages. Check in and check out were easy. The listing is accurate and the property 100% met my expectations. ##### Ilene E. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lisa Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Property location is great, cute, cozy quiet with bikes and other concessions. Limited to none follow up on communication asks. In addition, the cottage I rented had just the basics. Should offer coffee and essentials, had to buy everything and left it behind. ##### Lisa Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie B. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Spot Adorable little place - easy to get to and had everything we needed for our quick getaway ❤️🏖️ ##### Natalie B. 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