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Sun loungers
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island

NOW OPEN. Completely restored from Hurricane Ian. All new appliances and kitchen, and furnishings. This is a near-beach cottage, newly restored with love, inside and out...a great place to relax after the beach which is close by with great shelling. Beautiful pool, in cozy 8 unit complex. Screened in Lanai, 2 bedroom 1 bath, queen sized beds. full size restored bathroom- shower only. old Sanibel charm! Tiled floors, beach gear, all you need! you will return again and again! New Washer and dryer inside. A sheller's and bikers paradise! WIFI internet, flatscreen TV, CABLE, Great Cell Tower Nearby, microwave, stove, oven, electric grill, beautiful handy location! Golf course two blocks away. Sanibel has many beautiful beaches. NOW OPEN!
See online guide to some of our favorite places to see and things to do.
(Caution, this unit has some fragile decor and is not small child proof. May not be suitable for young children) (No smoking, and No Pets) Bicycles are not provided, but available to rent. Nearby Bicycle rentals provide all types of well maintained bicycles and will deliver.
We love the beautiful landscaping and peaceful atmosphere. "A tropical paradise!"

Property manager

Diane Gossett; Dave Gossett

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Boat on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Unit size: 750 sq ft (70 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Prefer children 10 or older. NOT for toddlers.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

2-1/2 Blocks Beach 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island
2-1/2 Blocks Beach 2 Bedroom Sanibel Island
212 Blocks 2 room Sanibel
2 1/2 Blocks From Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island

About the neighborhood

Map
Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Periwinkle Way - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gramma Dot's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pinocchio's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island have a pool?

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

Is Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island located?

Situated in Sanibel, this golf cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Periwinkle Way and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Island Golf Club and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also within 15 minutes.

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Near Beach! 2 Bedroom Cottage Sanibel Island Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place
What a beautiful cottage! Very comfortably furnished with a real beachy feel. Well equipped wirh everything you need for a great stay. Beautifully landscaped, and the heated pool is delightful. I stayed for 10 weeks this winter, and have booked again for next year.
Stayed 69 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory M.

Good value, nice location
Relatively quiet cottage with the basic needs covered, really enjoyed the bike trails
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Close to Everything
Great place to stay, we enjoyed the onsite pool and being close to the beach
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell Cottage - Lucky Charm for Us!
We loved the Shell Cottage! Perfect size for us and had everything we needed. An easy and pleasant walk to the beach. Really nice quiet area with great neighbors! Plus, this cottage must have been a good luck charm for us! My husband found the elusive Junonia shell during our stay. We have been visiting Sanibel for years and have spent countless hours looking for this rare and special shell. And this was the lucky visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell Cottage
Lovely quiet beach cottage two blocks from several beaches with shared pool. Nearby stores and restaurants. Fully equipped kitchen, decorated nicely, lots of books, movies and DVD player, cable tv, beach toys & beautiful flowers and trees. Loved my stay, will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great cottage
This cottage is half a duplex, but we would never have known that there were people staying in the other half. It is in a great location, halfway between out of the way beaches and the main road with shops, etc. The kitchen was small, but had everything we needed. The pool that is shared between a few homes was lovely and there was never anyone else in it when we swam.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Pleasant little cottage
The property was beautiful, no complaints there. The only thing that marred our vacation was the proximity of the property to the island septic plant. Some mornings and evenings the smell was terrible.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanibel Island return
Property was as advertised. Just redone after the hurricane. In a very quiet area. Limited traffic. Nice grounds. House is small, but ideal for what we needed and wanted. A long block from the beach, but very doable for just a short walk. Sanibel still rebuilding and not a lot open. This as of Nov. 18. But there are work crews everywhere helping the process. Great communication between us and the owners, before, during, and after our stay. Nice to know. Short answer. Would I stay here again? Yes.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

NanCee L.

Great location!
We had a fabulous vacation! Sanibel Island is truly paradise. This cute cottage was the perfect launch point for our adventures, as well as a great place to wind down at the end of the day. We swam every day in the pool that we had all to our selves most of the time. The couple times there were others, we made friends— many of which were longer staying visitors in other units. Great family friendly atmosphere. We enjoyed using the bikes and wagon to load up and pedal down to the beach. Restaurants were also close by to ride to! The weather was beautiful! We hope to get back for another vacation soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanibel Shell Cottage
We loved our week on Sanibel at the adorable Shell Cottage in a lovely neighborhood within a short walking distance to the beach. It had been completely renovated after Hurricane Ian so everything looked fresh and new with a flair. We spent lots of time on the front screened lanai which felt very private because of the landscaping. Also there was a winding path of shells going to a back raised deck leading to the side door which was pretty with its flowers, trees, and some orchids facing a window. All the seating was very comfortable, inside and out, and the kitchenette was quite workable. There were only 3 things we wish had been supplied - a workable toaster (the lever wouldn't be pushed all the way down the slots - it was a cheap toaster), an easily workable light above the sink and stove - there was one but was very hard to turn on and off, and paper towels. Oh - and we couldn't find a small pot for boiling eggs in - only a very large one. Other than that, everything was perfect, and we would gladly stay there again next March, if available.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Judy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice little cottage
The cottage has comfy furniture and a nice large tv. There is a clean, new mattress on queen bed that we used. The shower has good pressure and the kitchen has all the utensils you might need as well as a clean, full-size fridge. We took advantage of the lovely heated pool a few times. The location is within biking distance of good restaurants and an easy walk to a nice, free beach. Be sure to visit Island Cow and Traders, 2 of the best restaurants on the island! Unfortunately, I am sensitive to smells and there is a sewage treatment plant at the end of the road and the odor was unpleasant for half of our stay; but the rest of time, I enjoyed the Adirondack chair on the front porch .
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Ashana K., Phoenix, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication
This place was not for us
My husband and I rented this cottage for 9 days to celebrate our anniversary . We arrived in the late afternoon and left the next morning. I realize there are a lot of fabulous reviews about the space (which is why we reserved it), but the minuses definitely outweighed the pluses for us. First of all, as people who love to cook our own food (which is one of the reasons why we use vrbo, there was virtually NO place to put our groceries in the kitchen. Not even one shelf in the cabinet was available for us. The kitchen is tiny and cramped, and if. you are a family of more than 2, you are going to be banging into each other and wondering where to sit. There were signs on the walls and refrigerators instructing us to DO NOT turn off the security light, DO NOT open the windows (in the "welcome" book), plus a plethora of other rules telling us what we should not do. The security light was bright and supposedly needed to stay on as a deterrent so critters wouldn't mess with the garden. In all the. years we've stayed in vrbo's (and as a touring musician, I can tell. you it has been many), we've never been in a place where we couldn't open the windows or turn off lights. And you were not allowed to move the furniture on the porch to make it more comfortable. The bedrooms are small and the owners belongings are secured in closets. You feel like you are living with them, even though they are not there. I tried sleeping in the bed and felt like I was suffocating so I spent a sleepless night on the couch with the security light. The next morning my husband and I found another place, tidied up after ourselves and left. I reached out to the owner to let him know and requested that he consider giving us a refund or at least partial refund (something would have been nice!) as a good faith, good customer service gesture. I explained why we left and he denied that there were signs and told us well, we could have opened the windows and turned off the lights. Apparently, they'd had problems in the past. He was rude and unpleasant and I would never, never treat a customer this way in my business. We went to another location and had an amazing vacation with an owner who couldn't do enough for us to make our trip memorable. I cannot recommend this location and absolutely cannot recommend the host.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely time
We very much enjoyed our stay. The cottage is is convenient to everything. We would definitely stay again in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem of a cottage tucked away and serene, but close to everything! So perfect for a family of 4.
Easy and pleasant process to rent. Great communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanibel Island cottage
Love this location. Close to everything but quiet & private. Parking right by door. Semi private pool.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Mandi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Not as expected
Construction workers next door beating and banging couldn’t even take a nap on my vacation. Older neighborhood with couch sitting out at the drive. The unit itself was clean. Lots of instructions most of which started with Do Not.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan T., Frisco Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Shell Cottage!
Just right for a family vacation! Lovely little lanai and outdoor spaces. Loved the laid back vibes and plants and animals around the property. Great location for biking to restaurants and the beach. Be sure to bring your own soap and shampoo. Also, the pillows could use an upgrade on the Master bed small thing compared to benefits of this little place. Beautiful and peaceful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
We had a great time at the cottage. It was everything as advertised, great location, clean, well appointed, and very nice neighbors. The pool was perfect and a great place to chat with neighbors. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanibel Shell Cottage
Great location and very quiet. Close to bike trails and beach, restaurants and shops. The lanai was a great screened-in outdoor space. The pool is warm and clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late winter getaway
The house and its location were just what we were expecting from the description and it was a convenient 2 minute bike ride from the closest beach. The neighborhood (and the whole island) is very peaceful, and the house is well-equipped and was just right for the two of us.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
She’ll Cottage
Cottage was very nice. Very close to the beach and restaurants. Bike path is just across the road. Neighbors were great.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Great location to the beach. Could have been a little less cluttered. More organized. More updated. I bought my own coffee pot Bc the others were dirty. Kitchen towels stained. Bedding is very old. More lighting outside getting in and out of the car after dark considering alligators in the area. Owner should have maintenance on call for plumbing issues and dead animal removal. We were expected to handle both. Cottage is cute but could improve.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Karen O., Cincinnati

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage with great pool and on the bike path
Cute beachy cottage with great outdoor spaces. We ate breakfast on the back deck and enjoyed wine on the lanai. The pool was refreshing after a day at the beach. Good space for 2 adults. Our favorite beach was Bowman's because of the shells It is a drive and a quarter-mile walk to the beach but well worth it!. Plan to bike to the closest beach from the cottage since it is about half a mile away. Check out Lighthouse Beach Park for the manatees. Great hosts! We will visit this area again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
We loved our stay but there are issues
After our stay, I asked the hosts to be more transparent on booking sites about the smelly issues. They have not, so I will. Two of the 7 nights we stayed there there was a horrific sewer smell that drove us inside for the evening. This is not due to the red tide as there was none. The sewage treatment plant is just on the other side of a wooded barrier and stream. The smell comes and goes maybe due to wind direction or the facility causing it? The cottage and gardens are darling and fulled with love. However, the front entry no longer looks like the photo so I had a hard time recognizing the unit and had to call the hosts. Photos need to be updated inside and out to reflect the current condition. There are beautiful flowers and gardens on the property that we truly enjoyed. The lanai is perfect for that old Florida charm with a lovely view of the garden. However, the fan cannot be on without the light which takes away from evenings on the lanai. The kitchen was stuffed with items but we still had to go to the store to buy a sharp knife, colander and can opener. Cutting boards and pans are badly scratched. The location is misleading. Yes the cottage is close to the beach if you are riding a bike but the 2 1/2 blocks is more like a half mile. This is difficult when dragging your beach gear. Parking at the beach entrances is by permit only so having a wagon or bikes is a must. The hosts failed to tell us they no longer provide bikes or beach chairs, even though it was in their description and photos at the time. Most rental places do provide bikes, beach chairs and umbrellas. Bike rentals are $40 for a week and they deliver! Beach chairs are $8 a day. Bring your own chairs and umbrella, as everything that was left at the cottage was rusted and mildewed. . The pool was lovely and the grounds to this 8 unit community are kept clean. We decided to come back to Sanibel for a month visit but because the hosts were misleading about the current condition of the property verses the photos we decided to book elsewhere. Because of these issues I would give the place a C rating. The hosts get an F rating for being misleading and neglecting their duties to be honest.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away in secluded beautiful tropical cottage
we very much enjoyed our stay, the hosts were very responsive and deeply cared. Sweet cottage, great location, near beaches. make sure you get a bike as traffic on main road not moving :). The internet is fast and very reliable. The kitchen well equipped. The AC works perfectly too. There are some times with bad smells which appear to come from the wastewater plant but locals assured us this is a temporary issue. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2021